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Tauriello Appointment to Somerset Bar

By Karen Mason | Published July 2, 2014 | Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Joseph C. Tauriello has been appointed Co-Chair of the Somerset County Bar Association’s Civil Practice Committee for the 2014-2015 year term. The committee reviews and reports on relevant Bar issues, oversees continuing legal education providers, and contributes to the association’s newsletter, The Clarion.

Schmierer on Planning Conference Faculty

By Karen Mason | Published June 2, 2014 | Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Rutgers Center for Government Services presents the 14th Annual Current Issues in Planning and Zoning Conference on Friday, June 13, 2014 at the Imperia, 1714 Easton Avenue in Somerset, NJ. Edwin W. Schmierer, Chairperson of Mason, Griffin & Pierson‘s Local Government Law Practice Group, will be on the faculty of program’s general session – “Affordable Read More

Racin’ 4 Mason Bike Ride June 28

By Karen Mason | Published June 2, 2014 | Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

YMCA Camp Mason, located in Hardwick, NJ, will hold its annual Racin’ 4 Mason bike ride on June 28, 2014. Camp Mason is named after Mason, Griffin & Pierson’s co-founder, Ralph S. Mason, who served as the President of the Board of Trustees for many years. All proceeds from the race support scholarships that enable Read More

Somerset County Bar Association Golf Outing

By Karen Mason | Published June 2, 2014 | Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Several MG&P attorneys will join in the Somerset County Bar Association for its 5th Annual Golf & Tennis Outing on June 10 at Raritan Valley Country Club. Mason, Griffin & Pierson is a sponsor of the outing. Victoria D. Britton is a member of the Association’s Board and is editor of its newsletter, The Clarion. Read More

Girls On The Run 5K

By Karen Mason | Published June 2, 2014 | Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Girls on the Run will present a 5K on June 15 at 9 AM in Somerville NJ. The non-profit organization provides a healthy and fun curriculum for girls. Nicole Sciotto, an associate with MG&P, is one of the event’s planners. For more information go to www.gotrcnj.org.

Montgomery High School Concert June 11

By Karen Mason | Published June 2, 2014 | Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Mason, Griffin & Pierson is a sponsor of the Montgomery High School Music Department. The 2014 concert series concludes on June 11 with the “End of Year Music Department Concert”. For more information go to https://www.mtsd.k12.nj.us/page/319.

Princeton Community Pool

By Karen Mason | Published May 1, 2014 | Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

The Princeton Community Pool is a state-of-art facility, and an exciting gathering place for residents of the Princeton area. Mason, Griffin & Pierson has long been a generous sponsor of the Princeton Area Community Foundation’s Pool Fund and is proud to help strengthen the community’s permanent endowment for this recreational facility. For more information go Read More

5K Legal Runaround is May22

By Karen Mason | Published May 1, 2014 | Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

The Somerset County Bar Foundation is hosting its 9th annual 5K Legal Runaround on Thursday, May 22, 2014 in Somerville, NJ. Victoria Britton, a trustee of the Somerset County Bar Association, is one of the event’s planners. For more information go to www.practicehard.com

Healthy Children Healthy Planet

By Karen Mason | Published May 1, 2014 | Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

To celebrate the Princeton School’s gardening program, the Riverside School in Princeton will hold a community-wide event on May 19. The program is designed to encourage healthy living, and Mason, Griffin & Pierson is a sponsor. All are welcome to attend. For more information go to https://www.princetonk12.org/.

Estate & Financial Planning Seminar

By Karen Mason | Published May 1, 2014 | Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Valerie L. Howe, Director and chair of Mason, Griffin & Pierson’s Estates & Trusts Practice Group will present a seminar on Tuesday May 6 at 6 PM at the Nassau Club in Princeton. Along with Financial Planner, Martin Hopkins, the seminar will cover estate and financial planning. The RSVP deadline is past, but to see Read More

Ian Hammett- Estate Planning Article Series

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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