The Partners NJ Team

The PartnersNJ team is dedicated to empowering individuals who have experienced domestic and sexual violence, offering them vital resources and steadfast support to help them find their voice and rebuild their lives. We recognize the challenges that come with navigating the legal landscape, which is why our compassionate professionals provide tailored legal assistance that respects each person’s unique path. Our commitment is to equip clients with the information and skills needed to take control of their situations, ensuring that whether you seek expert legal counsel or a supportive presence, we are here to guide you throughout your journey.

Leadership Team

Leslie K. Brown

Leslie K. Brown

Executive Director

Michele C. Lefkowitz, Esq.

Michele C. Lefkowitz, Esq.

Director of Legal Programs

Patricia B. Connor

Patricia B. Connor

Director of Administration and Finance

Staff

Amanda Laski

Amanda Laski

Manager of Operations

Shelsea Diaz

Shelsea Diaz

Paralegal

Cynthia Bianchi

Cynthia Bianchi

Paralegal

Gina Aiello Pfund

Gina Aiello Pfund

Staff Attorney

Board of Trustees

Michael A. Kaplan, Esq.

Michael A. Kaplan, Esq.

Chair

Lowenstein Sandler LLP

Randi W. Kochman, Esq.

Randi W. Kochman, Esq.

Vice Chair

Cole Schotz P.C.

Christine Turgeon, CPA

Christine Turgeon, CPA

Treasurer

PricewaterhouseCoopers

Karen Murphy, Esq.

Karen Murphy, Esq.

Secretary

Bressler, Amery & Ross, P.C

Rasmeet Chahil, Esq.

Rasmeet Chahil, Esq.

Lowenstein Sandler LLP

Vanessa Coleman, Esq.

Vanessa Coleman, Esq.

Brach Eichler, LLC

Arielle Dance, PhD

Arielle Dance, PhD

American Cancer Society

Rebecca Fitzhugh, CPA

Rebecca Fitzhugh, CPA

Shannon Hobbs

Shannon Hobbs

BNY, Global Financial Services

Grettel Muscato, MPA

Grettel Muscato, MPA

Mountainside Medical Center

Sari Placona, Esq.

Sari Placona, Esq.

McManimon, Scotland & Baumann, LLC

Robert Roglieri, Esq.

Robert Roglieri, Esq.

Trenk Isabel Siddiqi & Shahdanian, P.C.

Adam N. Saravay, Esq.

Adam N. Saravay, Esq.

McCarter & English, LLP

Michael C. Zogby, Esq.

Michael C. Zogby, Esq.

Barnes & Thornburg, LLP