Katherine E. Cervantes
Katherine E. Cervantes is a results-driven litigation attorney with a proven record of success handling complex business and employment disputes. Recognized for achieving favorable outcomes through mediation, arbitration, and both bench and jury trials –including a notable appellate victory — Katherine brings strategic insight and courtroom strength to every case. As first chair, she has […]
Amy Valentine McClelland
Amy Valentine McClelland brings extensive experience in complex civil litigation, white-collar defense, and employment law to NFC. A skilled litigator and trusted advisor, she has represented businesses, municipalities, and elected officials in high-stakes matters, from litigation avoidance strategies to defending against claims under Title VII, CEPA, and vicarious liability. In addition to acting as in-house […]
Micaela P. Banach
Micaela P. Banach brings more than two decades of distinguished litigation experience, representing clients in a broad spectrum of employment matters as well as complex business disputes and professional liability actions. She is widely regarded for her strategic approach to high-stakes litigation and her proven ability to deliver exceptional results for her clients. Over the […]
Immanuel O. Adeola
Immanuel “Manny” O. Adeola is an accomplished litigator with a focus on labor and employment law, representing public and private entities in state and federal courts. He has extensive experience handling employment disputes, civil rights claims, and complex litigation on a broad range of workplace issues across New York, New Jersey, and Delaware. Skilled in […]
Martha Klak
Martha Klak is a skilled attorney with experience handling complex legal matters across multiple areas of law. With a strong background in evaluating legal issues, preparing key legal documents, and advocating on behalf of clients, Martha has successfully navigated a broad spectrum of legal challenges. In prior roles, Martha has been responsible for evaluating documentation, […]
Zachary E. Brower
Zachary Brower is an accomplished employment law attorney with expertise in both litigation and transactional matters. He specializes in drafting mediation statements, pleadings, and motion briefs for employment law cases. With in-depth knowledge of key employment regulations, including the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), New Jersey Temporary Workers’ Fairness Act, […]
Natalie P. Bryans
Natalie P. Bryans is a distinguished employment law attorney whose practice is dedicated to representing employers in complex litigation and administrative matters. Natalie routinely represents clients throughout all stages of litigation in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage and hour disputes. In addition to her representations in state and federal courts, Natalie has defended […]
Sheryl Reba
Sheryl Reba is a highly-skilled attorney with a focus on management-side employment litigation and employment law. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to representing client interests by diligently managing complex legal matters and striving to prevent litigation through proactive guidance. In her role, Sheryl skillfully handles a diverse caseload spanning both federal […]
Naomi N. Gulama
Associate, Naomi Gulama, focuses her practices on the management side of Labor and Employment Law and General Litigation, by conducting research and drafting pleadings and motions pertaining to a variety of employment-related claims, including discrimination, retaliation, failure to accommodate, and restrictive covenants. Additionally, she conducts client interviews, drafts and reviews employee handbooks, and assists clients […]
Carol Shieh
Carol Shieh’s practice focuses on the defense of management in employment-related disputes. Prior to joining NFC, Carol worked for a prominent San Diego-based firm as an Associate Attorney responsible for defending employers in all stages of litigation, as well as providing counsel regarding compliance with employment and labor laws. Carol defends single and multiple-plaintiff litigation […]