Partners, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals and strengthening communities through comprehensive support services, is delighted to announce the appointment of four esteemed professionals to its Board of Trustees:
- Rasmeet Chahil, Esq. – Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler LLP
- Shanta Pamphile, Ph.D. – Founder and CEO of Free of Mind Psychotherapy, LLC
- Sari Placona, Esq. – Partner at McManimon, Scotland & Baumann, LLC
- Robert Roglieri, Esq. – Partner at Trenk Isabel Siddiqi & Shahdanian, P.C.
These new trustees bring a wealth of experience and a shared commitment to Partners’ mission of promoting access to justice and providing vital support to underserved populations.
Michael Kaplan, Chair of the Board, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “We are honored to welcome Rasmeet, Shanta, Sari, and Robert to our Board. Their diverse expertise and dedication to community service will undoubtedly enhance our efforts to effect positive change in the lives of those we serve.”
Leslie K. Brown, Executive Director of Partners, added, “Each of these individuals has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to advocacy and empowerment. Their insights and leadership will be invaluable as we continue to expand our programs and reach within the community.”
About the New Board Members:
- Rasmeet Chahil, Esq. is counsel at Lowenstein Sandler LLP, specializing in complex commercial litigation. Her dedication to pro bono work and mentorship aligns seamlessly with Partners’ values.
- Shanta Pamphile, Ph.D. is the founder and CEO of Free of Mind Psychotherapy, LLC, where she provides culturally competent mental health services. Her focus on holistic well-being will enrich Partners’ approach to client care.
- Sari Placona, Esq. serves as a partner at McManimon, Scotland & Baumann, LLC, with extensive experience in public finance and redevelopment law. Her legal acumen will be instrumental in guiding Partners’ strategic initiatives.
- Robert Roglieri, Esq. is a partner at Trenk Isabel Siddiqi & Shahdanian, P.C., specializing in labor and employment law. His advocacy for fair workplace practices resonates with Partners’ commitment to justice and equality.
Partners is confident that the addition of these distinguished professionals will further its mission to empower individuals and strengthen communities through comprehensive support services.
About Partners: Our Mission
Partners, formally Partners for Women and Justice, is a non-profit public interest law firm committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of domestic violence and sexual assault victims. We have been dedicated to providing legal representation, advice, and counseling sessions to those in need. Our mission extends beyond gender boundaries, as we proudly serve women, and members of the LGBTQ+ community.
You can provide victims with a path to safety and relief by donating to Partners. With your support, we can help them emerge from abuse stronger, braver, safer, and empowered.
Click here to learn more about Partners and our mission to support victims of domestic violence and sexual assualt.
