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 […]
Margaret Kartsonis
Margaret “Maggie” Kartsonis is a Labor and Employment Associate who represents clients in a wide range of employment matters arising under federal, state, and local employment laws, including Title VII, the ADA, FLSA, and FMLA. She handles matters through all stages of pre-litigation and litigation before administrative agencies, federal and state courts, and arbitration forums, […]
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, […]
Alexandra Lapes
Alexandra Lapes brings nearly a decade of experience in conducting workplace investigations and advising clients on complex employment matters. She routinely serves as a neutral, third-party investigator in high-stakes employee complaints involving harassment, discrimination, and retaliation. Alexandra’s investigative experience spans a wide range of sectors — including financial services, non-profits, media organizations, and matters involving […]
Whitney H. Lazo
Whitney H. Lazo focuses her practice on the defense of management in employment-related matters. She defends employers in state and federal court, and before various administrative agencies, including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Department of Labor. She researches, drafts, and files various motions, such as successful Motion to Compel, Motion to Dismiss, and […]
Maegan Madrigal
Maegan Madrigal advises and represents employers in a wide range of employment law matters, helping clients navigate workplace challenges while minimizing legal risk and advancing their business objectives. She works closely with employers to assess new claims and disputes, develop effective litigation strategies, and provide practical guidance on issues involving the Family and Medical Leave […]
Sharina Rodriguez
Sharina Rodriguez, Esq., has focused her practice in employment litigation and counseling involving age, race, sex and disability discrimination and/or harassment, retaliation, whistleblower, wage and hour, restrictive covenants, and breach of contract disputes arising under federal, New Jersey and New York law. Her experience also includes counseling private and public employers in all areas of […]
Matthew Seydel
Matthew Seydel represents employers in a wide range of workplace disputes, including matters involving wage and hour compliance, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and related employment claims. He has significant experience handling all phases of litigation, including case evaluation, discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediation, and trial preparation. Drawing on a diverse litigation background that includes […]
Jean Schroll Knapp
Jean Schroll Knapp focuses her practice on management defense in employment and labor law litigation. She defends employers in general commercial litigation and employment discrimination actions, including those brought under New Jersey’s LAD, CEPA, and FLA, as well as federal claims under the FMLA, ADA, and Title VII. Additionally, Jean defends claims under the FLSA […]
Marcheta R. Ball
Marcheta R. Ball, the Firm’s Director of Litigation Support Services, brings more than 25 years of law firm experience and a proven track record of operational excellence. In her role, she leads firm-wide litigation and legal support services, driving innovation, efficiency, and technology-based solutions to elevate NFC’s delivery of exceptional client service. Marcheta oversees a […]