In a case of first impression, the New Jersey Appellate Division held yesterday that someone charged with substantiated child abuse by the state has a constitutional right to appointed counsel, even if she cannot afford counsel, in administrative proceedings commenced after the charges are filed and on any related appeals. The Court found that the consequences of a substantiated finding of child abuse are so severe and the proceedings are sufficiently complicated, that counsel is necessary under the New Jersey Constitution. The Court also reversed the finding of child abuse and remanded the matter for further proceedings before the Office of Administrative Law.
Day Pitney Miami Litigation Partner Georgia A. Thompson was recognized by South Florida Business & Wealth magazine with a 2023 Up and Comer Award—Excellence in Leadership (Existing Company).
Day Pitney Trusts and Estates Partner Tasha Dickinson and Litigation Partner Mark Romance authored the article, "What Partners Can Learn From Associates: Top Five Insights," for the Daily Business Review.
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Day Pitney Counsel Ashley Picker Dubin was featured in the Legaltech News article, "Generative AI May Worsen Access to Justice—At Least in the Short Term."
Florida Partner Gary S. Betensky has been reelected to serve as chair of the Palm Beach County Environmental Control Hearing Board for a third year.
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Day Pitney Litigation Partner Paul Marino and Senior Associate Michael Fialkoff authored an article for Law360 titled, "Mootness Fees Are Losing Traction in Del. And Federal Courts."
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