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New Jersey League of Municipalities Celebrates 100th Year Anniversary

By Karen Mason | Published May 4, 2015 | Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

On May 7 the New Jersey State League of Municipalities will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a banquet at the Hilton in East Brunswick. At the same time, the League will commemorate the retirement of Bill Dressel, the League’s Executive Director, who has forty-one years of service with the organization. Mason, Griffin & Pierson will Read More

Minh Dang Honored by Womanspace

By Karen Mason | Published May 4, 2015 | Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Human rights scholar and activist, Minh Dang, is the recipient of Womanspace’s Barbara Boggs Sigmund Award. Firm Director, Edwin W. Schmierer, is a long-time member of the Board of Trustees and Mason, Griffin & Pierson is a sponsor of the event. Womanspace is a non-profit organization that provides counseling and housing for women and their Read More

Historic Harrison Township Day

By Karen Mason | Published May 4, 2015 | Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

On Saturday May 2, the Township of Harrison hosts its annual family entertainment event at Ella Harris Park. Mason, Griffin & Pierson is a sponsor.

Stuart 5K Run/Walk

By Karen Mason | Published May 4, 2015 | Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

The firm is a sponsor for Stuart Country Day School’s fundraising event, “Poetry in Motion”. The 5K Run/Walk is on Saturday May 16. Cory Kestner, an associate with Mason, Griffin & Pierson is Co-Chair of the event. For more information, go to https://www.stuartschool.org/athletics/poetry_in_motion/index.aspx.

Run With Rotary April 26

By Karen Mason | Published April 1, 2015 | Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Mason, Griffin & Pierson is a sponsor of the 2015 RUN WITH ROTARY, the Montgomery Rocky-Hill Rotary Club’s annual community charity event scheduled for Sunday, April 26 in Skillman Park, Skillman, NJ. The Run with Rotary offers a 5K road race or a one-mile fun walk-ramble. Kristina P. Hadinger, a Director with MGP, is Read More

Consumer Privacy Laws – Is Your Business in Compliance?

By Karen Mason | Published April 1, 2015 | Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Federal legislation currently governs the collection and use of certain kinds of consumer information. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is the organization that administers the consumer protection laws. The laws ensure accuracy, fairness and privacy for consumers’ personal information. Known collectively as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), the current code contains numerous amendments that Read More

E-File Mandate

By Karen Mason | Published March 2, 2015 | Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

For tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2015 New Jersey has amended the Corporation Business Tax Code to require paid tax practitioners who prepare returns for partnerships to file partnership returns (Form NJ-1065) by electronic means. Payments of corporation business tax liabilities, including estimated payments, extensions and vouchers must also be made electronically Read More

“Ban the Box” Law Takes Effect March 1

By Karen Mason | Published March 2, 2015 | Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

On August 11, 2014, Governor Chris Christie signed into law “The Opportunity to Compete Act,” also known as the “Ban the Box” bill. In an effort to remove barriers to employment for people with prior criminal records and, in turn, prevent recidivism, the law restricts employers having fifteen or more employees from inquiring into the Read More

Support Local Youth Baseball

By Karen Mason | Published March 2, 2015 | Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Mason, Griffin & Pierson is proudly sponsoring youth baseball teams in Princeton and Montgomery. For information go to https://www.princetonlittleleague.com/ and https://www.leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?url=mbsl.

Princeton Nursery School Holds Fundraiser February 27

By Karen Mason | Published February 2, 2015 | Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

The firm is pleased to support Princeton Nursery School’s “Hoedown Showdown” event on February 27, 2015. Victoria D. Britton, an Associate with the firm, is a board member of Princeton Nursery School. The school is a non-profit dedicated to providing quality preschool education for an affordable tuition. The event will be held at the Present Read More

Ian Hammett- Estate Planning Article Series

Tips for College Students & Parents: Be Prepared
As families begin to plan for their child’s transition into college, there are many practical logistics to consider. One such item that should be on the top of the list is to ensure they are prepared to be on their own from a legal perspective. At Mason, Griffin & Pierson, we offer a program to counsel college students and their parents in such matters.
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“Do I really need a Will?“ The answer for almost all adults in New Jersey, from those just starting out to those well into retirement years, is yes, you should have a Will.
At Mason, Griffin & Pierson, we can assist clients develop a comprehensive estate plan to express their wishes that incorporates, as appropriate, estate and gift tax planning strategies and prepare the documents. Documents include Last Wills and Testaments, Powers of Attorney, and Advance Directives for Health Care.
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New Reporting Requirements Corporate Transparency Act

On January 1, 2024, reporting requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act ("Act"), went into effect. All businesses subject to the Act will have to report specific information on the company and certain individuals that own and/or control the company. Mason, Griffin & Pierson is happy to guide you through this reporting process and answer any questions that you may have. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you would like our assistance.
Sharon A. Dragan receives the Michael A. Pane Ethics In Government Award

Congratulations to Sharon A. Dragan for receiving the Michael A. Pane Ethics In Government Award. The award was presented by the NJILGA at the New Jersey State League of Municipalities November convention. The Michael A. Pane Ethics In Government Award honors a municipal professional who exemplifies the highest standards of ethics and whose work has significantly enhanced the integrity of local government. November 2023 The Michael Pane Award, established by the Pane Family and the New Jersey State League of Municipalities, is given in honor of Michael A. Pane, Sr., who was the long-time editor of the Municipal Law Review, president and trustee of the New Jersey Institute of Municipal Attorneys, counsel to the New Jersey Association of Municipal Clerks, counsel to the League of Municipalities and author of the New Jersey Practice Series, Local Government Law volumes.
Liz Zuckerman appointed to the District VII Ethics Committee:

The Supreme Court of New Jersey appointed Elizabeth Zuckerman to serve on the District Ethics Committee for District VII (DEC VII) for a three-year term. The district includes Mercer County. August 23, 2023
Paul M. Bishop named Director

We are pleased to announce the election of Paul M. Bishop to the Board of Directors, Mason, Griffin & Pierson, PC. Paul, one of the firm’s senior litigators, practices business, commercial, and general litigation, and represents clients in complex disputes throughout New Jersey’s state and federal courts. July 2023