Real Estate Tax Assessment Summary (PDF)
By Kevin J. DiMedio, January, 2012
Many property owners in New Jersey are paying more than their fair share of New Jersey Real Estate Taxes as a direct result of the economy affecting real estate values.  Click here for a summary of real estate tax assessments in New Jersey.  Should you be interested in learning how you may be able to reduce your real estate taxes, please contact Kevin J. DiMedio to schedule a consultation.

New Jersey Legislature to again extend the Permit Extension Act (PDF)
The New Jersey Assembly Housing and Local Government Committee recently released Bill A4422 (Senate Companion Bill S3165) to extend the expiration date of all state and local government land use approvals until December 31, 2014.  The Bill also contains a new definition for “smart growth area" and clarifies the legislative intent of the original 2008 Permit Extension Act to include approvals in those designated areas as well. The Act is slated for a vote by both the full Senate and Assembly on the final day of the legislative session, Monday, January 9th.  Please contact Kevin J. DiMedio to review your current or prospective project approvals in light of the proposed Extension Act extension.

2010 Tax Act (PDF)
Frequently asked Questions and Answers Relating to Estate Planning
By Irving Koffler, August 2011

Appeals surge on property taxes, in CourierPostOnline.com (PDF)
By Jim Walsh and Sharon Mullen, March 21, 2011
Interviewed by the CourierPostOnline.com, Earp Cohn attorney, Rich Cohn comments on the increase in homeowner tax appeals. Property tax appeal filings jumped by more than 50 percent from 2008 to 2010 resulting in an increase in calls from people seeking to cut property taxes by appealing the assessed value of homes and other buildings.

Summary New Jersey Construction Lien Law Amendments (PDF)
By Kevin J. DiMedio, January, 2011
Long overdue revisions to the New Jersey Construction Lien Law (N.J.S.A. 2A:44A-1, et seq.) were enacted. The Lien Law amendments clarify the statute and make it more consistent with court interpretations of the Law over the last 16 years. The amendments take effect immediately and include several significant changes that owners, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers must understand and appreciate. Click here for a brief summary of the Lien Law amendments.

Summary of Estate Tax & Gift Tax Provisions (PDF)
By Kevin J. DiMedio, December 14, 2010
The current proposed "Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization, and Job Creation Act of 2010" contains details about numerous tax relief matters which, if enacted, may affect your estate plan. The Act specifically addresses, among other tax matters, federal estate and gift tax taxes, based on the compromises reached by President Obama and Republican leaders recently. This article sets forth a summary of certain proposed changes to federal estate and gift taxes and generation-skipping transfer taxes.

Interview with John Reisner, in The Caring Times (PDF)
By Ginny Ritchie, Fall 2010
John Reisner was recently interviewed by The Caring Times, regarding his long history of volunteering and community service.

Court Decision Invalidates COAH Rules (PDF) (Burlington Chamber of Commerce)
By Kevin J. DiMedio, October 2010
The Appellate Division recently ruled on challenges made to the New Jersey Council on Affordable Housing (COAH) revised rules relating to affordable housing. COAH is the state agency charged with administering to municipal compliance with affordable (low and moderate income) housing obligations since 1985 (pursuant to the Fair Housing Act and the New Jersey Constitution as interpreted in the Mount Laurel decisions). COAH adopted revised rules relating to the affordable housing period from 1999-2018 (the Third Round) in 2004. Those rules were challenged and invalidated in substantial part by the court.

Estate Planning Considerations for 2009 and Beyond (PDF)
By Irving Koffler, August 2009
While the changes in the federal estate tax and anticipated future legislation will benefit you and your heirs, the interplay between the federal and New Jersey estate taxes adds a level of complexity. We invite you to contact our office to schedule an appointment so that we can re-examine your estate plan with you to help minimize estate taxes and establish an appropriate program to meet your current objectives.

Earp Cohn P.C. lawyers are active in the community and regularly make presentations, deliver speeches, and act as sponsors for business, legal and industry groups and events. If you or your organization would like to have one of our attorneys participate at an event, please contact us at 856-354-7700.

February, 2012
Philadelphia's Top Rated Lawyers - 2012 Edition
Philadelphia's Top Rated Lawyers has shared its list of local lawyers who have reached the highest levels of ethical standards and professional excellence. The selection includes Thomas L. Earp and Irving Koffler (Business Specialty), John Reisner (Estate Planning Specialty) and Richard B. Cohn (Real Estate Specialty).

February 29-March 2, 2012
Annual National Institute on White Collar Crime
Ed Borden of Earp Cohn PC and others sponsor reception at the Annual National Institute on White Collar Crime.
More than 1,300 legal practitioners, including judges, state and local prosecutors, law enforcement officials, defense attorneys and members of the academic community will convene in Miami for the 22nd Annual National Institute on White Collar Crime, hosted by the American Bar Association Center for Continuing Legal Education and the ABA Criminal Justice Section. This year’s institute will deliver information on a variety of “white collar crimes,” such as mortgage fraud, health care fraud, money laundering and many others.

Wednesday, March 22, 2012
New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education (NJICLE)
Kevin J. DiMedio will again be participating as a panelist in the Annual Land Use Law Case Update seminar presented by NJICLE, in conjunction with the New Jersey Bar Association, Land Use Law Section. The seminar will focus on the recent case-law developments affecting land use, planning and zoning in New Jersey from the past year’s judicial decisions, including both reported and unreported, as well as regulatory, legislative and ethical issues. Please register if you wish to attend.  Mr. DiMedio handles a full spectrum of real estate matters to include land use (zoning, planning and permitting) construction, sales and leasing, as well as tax appeals and related litigation in his practice at Earp Cohn P.C.  Please contact Mr. DiMedio to consult on your real estate matter.

Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Society of Financial Service Professionals (SFSP) – South Jersey Chapter
Kevin J. DiMedio attended the SFSP Annual Tax Law Update presentation, held at The Enterprise Center at Burlington County College.  Panelist discussed numerous Federal and State tax developments from the past year affecting individuals and businesses.  Earp Cohn P.C. attorneys within its Corporate and Estate Planning groups handle Federal and State tax matters for both individual and business clients.  Earp Cohn P.C. is a member of the EFPC-SNJ which cosponsored the seminar.

Wednesday, December 7, 2011
National Business - Institute CLE Seminar
Doug Johnson presented “Representing Your Client in Federal Court” at the National Business Institute CLE Seminar in Cherry Hill, NJ.

Tuesday, November 29, 2011
CCSNJ Nonprofit Workshop
Kevin J. DiMedio attended the Chamber of Commerce of Southern New Jersey (CCSNJ) Nonprofit Workshop on Tuesday, November 29, 2011 held at the Crowne Plaza in Cherry Hill, New Jersey.  A panel of experts discussed the top issues and challenges faced by nonprofits, including: legal and accounting issues; low-cost marketing strategies; emerging trends in online and mobile giving; financing options; grant writing; and updates on the public policy issues in Trenton.  Mr. DiMedio serves as counsel and works with several nonprofits and charitable organizations based in the Southern New Jersey area. The attorneys at Earp Cohn PC frequently volunteer their time and support to numerous charitable organizations and worthy causes throughout the region.

November 2011
UMDNJ CARES Institute “Calling All Angels Gala”
Kevin J. DiMedio, CARES Advisory Board Member, again supported and sponsored the Institute’s recently held fourth annual “Calling All Angels” gala.  The sold-out event welcomed more than 430 attendees and netted approximately $100,000.00, as reported by the UMDNJ School of Osteopathic Medicine ENews in November. 

“Calling All Angels” Gala Committee

For over two decades, the CARES Institute has provided interdisciplinary, evidence-based medical and mental health services to children, families and developmentally challenged adults suffering from abuse, neglect or violence.  Acknowledged as an international leader in this area, it treats over 2,600 children annually in New Jersey’s lower seven counties, and also trains and educates healthcare, child protection and law enforcement professionals throughout the state, the country and abroad. 
Mr. DiMedio and Earp Cohn PC are proud to support this great Institute in our community.

November 2011
South Jersey Magazine
Kevin J. DiMedio was included within the "Awesome Attorney" listing in South Jersey Magazine.

Saturday, October 22, 2011
Wills For Heros - Rutgers Camden School of Law
John Reisner participated in the Wills For Heros event at the Rutgers Camden School of Law on Saturday, October 22, 2011. The Camden County Bar Association Probate Committee, of which Mr. Reisner is a member, in cooperation with the Wills for Heros Foundation, sponsored the event. Law students from Rutgers Camden School of Law assisted each of the participating attorneys, as they meet with dozens of first responders from the Camden, Burlington and Gloucester county area, and prepared individual estate plan documents for them. Most first responders left with a Last Will and Testament, a Power of Attorney, and a Living Will-Advance Directive. 

Earp Cohn PC attorney and Advisory Board Member, Kevin J. DiMedio, Esq., along with Advisory Board Chairman Steve Kantor at last year’s UMDNJ CARES Institute Gala.

Thursday, October 20, 2011
UMDNJ CARES Institute “Calling All Angels Gala”
Kevin J. DiMedio again will host a table at the 4th Annual UMDNJ CARES Institute “Calling All Angels Gala.”  Mr. DiMedio has been an Advisory Board member and sponsor of the UMDNJ CARES Institute for the last 4 years.  The Gala draws approximately 500 attendees including major corporate and health care industry sponsorships.  Founded in 1985, the CARES Institute is nationally recognized for its leadership in providing state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment services to children who have suffered abuse, neglect, or domestic violence or other crimes. This year, more than 2,000 children will be treated at the CARES Institute with medical and mental health services that have been proven to help children overcome the effects of incidents of abuse and neglect or domestic violence.  Mr. DiMedio and Earp Cohn PC are proud to support this great Institute in our community.

Thursday, October 6, 2011
Chamber of Commerce – Southern New Jersey (CCSNJ)
EARP COHN P.C. is a sponsoring exhibitor at the CCSNJ Business Expo 2011.  The Expo is in its 27th year and is widely regarded as the premier business trade show in Southern New Jersey.  Earp Cohn P.C. and over 130 of the region's top companies will display the latest in products, services, and technologies.  The Expo is held at the Crowne Plaza in Cherry Hill, New Jersey.  EARP COHN P.C. has been a member of the CCSNJ since 1991.

Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Shore Real Estate Market
Kevin J. DiMedio will be hosting an informative presentation along with other local professionals discussing the current trends and cycles within the Shore real estate market.  For more information and to register please click here.

Monday, October 3, 2011
International Claims Association Annual Meeting
Doug Johnson spoke at the International Claims Association Annual Meeting in Las Vegas, Nevada. The topic of the speech was:  “When Claims Communications with Your Attorney Are Discoverable.”  The International Claims Association is a membership organization which promotes training and education for claims professionals in the life, health and disability insurance fields.

Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Chamber of Commerce – Southern New Jersey
Kevin J. DiMedio attended the CCSNJ presentation entitled “Getting Down to Business” featuring State of New Jersey government panelists from the NJEDA (Caren Franzini), NJBAC (Linda Kellner) and Choose NJ (Tracye McDaniel).  The seminar was held at The Mansion in Voorhees, and panelist discussed numerous State initiatives to make New Jersey more business friendly for current and prospective companies.  Earp Cohn P.C. is a member of the CCSNJ and also sponsoring exhibitor at the upcoming CCSNJ Expo 2011 on October 6, 2011 in Cherry Hill, New Jersey.

July, 2011
SJ Magazine
Kevin J. DiMedio was included within the "Top Attorney" listing in SJ Magazine.

Tuesday, March 29, 2011
The Builders League of South Jersey - 90 Minute Law School Series
Kevin J. DiMedio will be presenting "The New and Improved Construction Lien Law." Governor Chris Christie recently signed legislation that revised the New Jersey Construction Lien Law. The Lien Law amendments clarify the statute and make it more consistent with court interpretations of the Law over the last 16 years. The amendments include several significant changes that owners, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers must understand and appreciate. Please use this registration form if you wish to attend.

Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Business Development & Email Marketing
Kevin J. DiMedio will be hosting an informative presentation featuring David Yunghans the Regional V.P. of Constant Contact who will present the power of email marketing. For more information and to register please click here.

Wednesday, March 2, 2011
New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education (NJICLE)
Kevin J. DiMedio will again be participating as a panelist in the Annual Land Use Law Case Update seminar presented by NJICLE, in conjunction with the New Jersey Bar Association, Land Use Law Section. The seminar will focus on the recent case-law developments affecting land use, planning and zoning in New Jersey from the past year’s judicial decisions, including both reported and unreported, as well as regulatory, legislative and ethical issues. Please register if you wish to attend.

Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Camden County Bar Association Continuing Legal Education
Richard M. Schlaifer will be participating as a panelist in the Interplay Between Family Law and Trust & Estate Practitioners CLE seminar. The seminar will focus on how an estate will fare in later divorce, and how the divorce will change the estate plan. Please use this registration form if you wish to attend.

December 2010
The Dear Santa Society
Brian C. Darreff was involved in this year's Dear Santa Society, a charity associated with the Claims Association. The Dear Santa Society has brought Christmas smiles to kids since the late 1980s. Each child receives toys and warm clothing, and families receive baskets filled with fixings to make a holiday meal. Earp Cohn cherishes the opportunity to help families during the holiday season.

December 2010
South Jersey Bankruptcy Inn of Court
Richard M. Schlaifer gave a special presentation to his colleagues at the South Jersey Bankruptcy Inn of Court on Individual Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Cases at its December meeting. The presentation was timely as he had recently confirmed an individual chapter 11 plan involving the reorganization of an individually owned business.

December 2010
Estate and Financial Planning Council of Southern New Jersey
Kevin J. DiMedio was recognized as a member of the Estate and Financial Planning Council of Southern New Jersey.

November 12, 2010
Urban Land Institute, Emerging Trends In Real Estate
Richard S. Israel and his guest, an officer of a national home builder, attended a conference at the Union League in Philadelphia to discuss the real estate market in the Philadelphia area over the next twelve to thirty six months. The theme of the conference was "The Era of Less," which reflects the collective opinion of real estate industry leaders that although the market has begun to rebound from the depths of the recession, the upward curve is expected to be shallow. The analysts used information gleaned from interviews with hundreds of real estate developers, builders, commercial and residential landlords and financiers. There was also an interesting presentation about the results of an online survey of members of "Generation Y."

November 2010
South Jersey Magazine
Kevin J. DiMedio was included within the "Awesome Attorney" listing in South Jersey Magazine.

August 2010
SJ Magazine
Kevin J. DiMedio was included within the "Top Attorney" listing in SJ Magazine.

April 16, 2010
New Jersey State Bar Association
Kevin J. DiMedio attended the NJSBA sponsored seminar titled, "Post Remediation Care under the Site Remediation Reform Act: Permits Insurance and Liability Considerations." The seminar was held at the Law Center in New Brunswick. Mr. DiMedio is on the Board of Directors for the NJSBA Land Use Law Section.

April 15, 2010
61st Annual Atlantic Builders Convention
Kevin J. DiMedio attended the 61st Annual Atlantic Builders Convention (ABC) at Atlantic City. The ABC is the Northeast's largest and most influential building industry trade show and conference. The three-day event featured 600 exhibits, a distinguished list of guests and presenters, educational programs, and a number of social and networking opportunities. The theme for the 2010 ABC was "Changing Tides," reflecting the changing economic conditions of the homebuilding industry.

November 12, 2009
National Association of Woman Business Owners, Beyond the Glass Ceiling
The South Jersey Chapter of the National Association of Woman Business Owners (NAWBO) presents Beyond the Glass Ceiling: a dinner honoring extraordinary individuals for their contribution to Woman and Woman Business Owners. NAWBO will recognize outstanding individuals in the local community who have demonstrated leadership roles in their profession, actively contributed to their communities, and served as mentors and role models for women business owners and women in business. Carol S. Harding is helping to sponsor this event. Chi B. Chung will be attending as well.

October 20, 2009
South Jersey Claims Association, Insurance Ethics Class
Brian C. Darreff taught a class in Insurance Ethics for the South Jersey Claims Association. Attendees included representatives of the insurance claims, underwriting and marketing communities, along with attorneys from a number of law firms. The class included lectures and hypothetical situations that emphasized ethical decision making in the professional and personal venues. Attendees received continuing education credit hours for attending.

October 16, 2009
Camden County Improvement Authority, Tri-County Economic Development Summit
Shelley Levitan Adler, Richard S. Israel, Blair C. Lane, and Donald A. Nogowski attended the fourth annual Tri-County Economic Development Summit to meet with public officials and economic development professionals from the three counties of Burlington, Camden, and Gloucester. During the summit, our attorneys discussed development opportunities that exist in over 100 municipalities in the South Jersey region.

August 26, 2009
Insurance Society of Philadelphia, Insurance Coverage and Bad Faith Workshop
Brian C. Darreff presented a seminar on Pennsylvania and New Jersey insurance coverage law and bad faith. The Insurance Society of Philadelphia hosted the class. Mr. Darreff's expertise in these areas of the law allowed him to present valuable considerations and practice tips to the program attendees who also received continuing education credit hours for attending.

July 18, 2009
Boat People S.O.S., Inc., Annual Board of Director's Meeting
Chi B. Chung attended the annual Board of Director's meeting of Boat People S.O.S., Inc. in Falls Church, Virginia. Ms. Chung provided recommendations and advice for the organization's work with international human trafficking, financial review, strategic planning and branch viability.