Meet the Team at Zazzali, P.C.
At Zazzali, P.C., our attorneys bring nearly a century of collective legal experience, trust, and unwavering commitment to serving working people. Whether you’re seeking representation in labor and employment disputes, appellate litigation, or public-sector matters, our team offers the experience, empathy, and resilience you need on your side.
Leadership Team
- Andrew F. Zazzali, Jr. – A seasoned litigator with over 35 years of experience representing labor unions and ERISA funds in arbitration, federal and state court, and before agencies like the NLRB.
- Colin M. Lynch – Managing Partner; a litigation leader with Super Lawyer honors, active in labor and employment law and bar committee leadership.
- Robert A. Fagella – A recognized authority named to New Jersey Super Lawyers for nearly two decades in labor and employment law.
- Richard A. Friedman – Labor law specialist with decades of courtroom and administrative experience.
- Edward H. O’Hare – Skilled in labor, administrative, and civil rights law.
- Raymond M. Baldino – Recently elevated to partner (May 2024), Baldino represents union and public-sector clients in litigation, arbitration, and public records matters.
- Albert J. Leonardo - Skilled in labor, administrative, and education law for public and private employee unions and their members.
- Sheila Murugan - Skilled in arbitrations, civil litigation, and administrative matters.
- Zachary F. Ramsfelder
- Wesley B. Friedman - Employment litigator who advocates for unions and employees, drawing on over a decade of in-house experience representing management.
Counsel & Associates
Our dedicated counsel and associates deliver hands-on representation with personalized attention:
- Kathleen Naprstek Cerisano - A skilled school law practitioner with extensive experience in employee tenure and seniority rights and pension benefits.
- Jason E. Sokolowski
- Daniel Geddes
Of Counsel
Our esteemed Of Counsel attorneys provide seasoned insight and strategic guidance, enriching our representation with depth and experience.
- James R. Zazzali
- Paul A. Montalbano
- Brady M. Connaughton
- Matthew G. Connaughton
What Sets Us Apart
- Experience You Can Trust: Decades-long dedication to labor and employment law, guided by deep institutional knowledge and proven courtroom experience.
- Proven Recognition: Zazzali, P.C. has been named a Regional Tier One Best Law Firm (Labor Union) and Tier Two (Employment Individual) by U.S. News & World Report. Many attorneys consistently appear on Super Lawyers lists.
- Compassion Meets Strategy: Rooted in our firm’s history since 1925, our team approaches each case with empathy and rigor—recognizing both the personal and legal stakes for our clients.
Reach Out to Our Team
We have offices in Newark, Trenton, and New York. Each member of our firm, from partner to associate, is committed to providing personalized and powerful advocacy tailored to your needs. Contact our attorneys at 973-354-5289 or via our online contact form to start a confidential conversation.