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Atlantic City Reporting Message, Jurors Parking Lot: 135 N Mansion Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 08401, All , CONFIRMED,, petit jurors scheduled for jury duty on Monday, March 9th, 2026 in Atlantic City, DO NOT, have to report to the courthouse. Your jury duty service is complete and you are excused for three years. If you did not complete or confirm your jury service, you will not receive an email confirmation and will need to contact the jury office at atljuryac.mbx@njcourts.gov to reschedule. Thank you for your willingness to serve. Jury Management , The New Jersey Judiciary does not and has never asked for juror’s banking information or social security numbers over the phone, by email, or in person. Court officials will never ask for payment to avoid arrest for failure to report for jury duty. Anyone who has concerns about being approached inappropriately concerning jury duty should contact the county jury manager as well as local law enforcement., Mays Landing Reporting Message, All , CONFIRMED,, petit jurors summoned for March 9, 2026 are no longer required to report for jury duty in Mays Landing. Your service is satisfied and you are excused for three years. Thank you for your willingness to serve. Jury Management, The New Jersey Judiciary does not and has never asked for juror’s banking information or social security numbers over the phone, by email, or in person. Court officials will never ask for payment to avoid arrest for failure to report for jury duty. Anyone who has concerns about being approached inappropriately concerning jury duty should contact the county jury manager as well as local law enforcement., Message from Assignment Judge M. Susan Sheppard, Welcome. Jury Service is both an honor and a duty of citizenship. As a juror, you will have the opportunity to observe, participate in, and increase your knowledge about the operation of our court system and the judicial branch of government. Those who serve find it to be a rewarding experience and we anticipate that you will also. Thank you for serving., Health and Safety, If you feel sick, do not report to the courthouse. Instead, contact your local jury management office contact your local jury management office to reschedule your service., Voluntary Demographic Information, The juror questionnaire includes three voluntary demographic questions. This information contact your local jury management office helps the Judiciary understand the diversity and representativeness of jury pools. Your responses to these questions are optional and will not affect your selection. , Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy, Advise the Jury Management Office if you require an accommodation in order to serve. You can reach the Jury Management Office by phone at 609-402-0100 ext. 47930 or by email at atljuryac.mbx@njcourts.gov, Juror Parking Directions, Atlantic County Civil Courthouse 1201 Bacharach Boulevard Atlantic City, New Jersey 08401 609-402-0100 Parking for jurors is Free at the Mansion Ave parking lot, situated between North Carolina and Pennsylvania Ave, with the address 135 N. Mansion Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401. Please note that this free parking is only available in that specific parking lot. Handicapped spaces are designated on Bacharach Blvd, with the handicap entrance located on the East Wing of the building (Bacharach Blvd). Additionally, there is metered parking in the vicinity of the courthouse, although availability is limited, Dress Code, Jurors reporting for service should wear clothing appropriate for an appearance in court. Shorts, t-shirts, uniforms or clothing containing statements or offensive symbols are not permitted. All hats must be removed when in a courtroom. Comfortable clothing is also advisable., Courtroom Regulations, Cell phones, pagers and electronic devices must be turned off in the courtroom. You are not permitted to read newspapers or other materials in the courtroom. You are not permitted to bring food or beverages into the courtroom., If You Are Selected As A Juror, The trial judge will instruct you regarding the trial schedule, reporting times, any recesses, lunch arrangements, etc. The judge's instructions will take precedence over any general instructions given in the assembly area. You must wear your juror badge at all times, including during lunch., Other Factors Relating To Your Juror Service, The daily fee for petit jurors is $5 for the first 3 days and $40 for each day after 3 days. The daily fee for grand jurors is $5 for each day of service. Checks are processed on Friday. Your juror check will generally be received within 3 weeks. Check with your employer or your union representative, or read your employee handbook if you have questions about whether you will be compensated by your employer while serving as a juror., Employment Protection, Be aware that N.J.S.A. 2B:20-17 protects jurors from employment related retaliation and provides for the possibility of both criminal and civil sanctions., Terms of Service, Petit jurors must call, check the recorded message, or check the website each evening prior to your service to obtain instructions regarding whether you must report. If you are selected, you must remain for the duration of jury selection process, and the trial. Once your service is completed, you will not be eligible to be selected to serve again for 3 years. Grand jurors' reporting date and time will be listed on the summons. Grand Jurors do not call the recorded message or check the website prior to their service. The term of service for Grand Jurors is one day a week for a 10 week period., Smoking Policy, The courthouse is a non-smoking facility. If you leave the courthouse to smoke, you must inform jury staff so that we are aware of your location at all times., Failure to Report, Individuals who fail to respond to a jury summons or fail to report when summoned may be subject to penalties including fines. If you have forgotten to appear as scheduled for jury service, please contact the Jury Management Office immediately at 609-402-0100 ext. 47930
DISTRICT VB (SUBURBAN ESSEX COUNTY) FEE ARBITRATION COMMITTEE – SECRETARY VACANCY , The Office of Attorney Ethics (OAE) is seeking attorney applicants for the volunteer position of District Fee Arbitration Committee (DFAC) secretary for DFAC VB, which covers Essex County (Suburban). The OAE Director, after consultation with the DFAC chair, appoints the secretary, pursuant to R. 1:20A-1(c), to perform the functions specified in R. 1:20A-1 to -6. The secretary must be an attorney with an office in the District and is not a member of the committee. The District Secretary is a volunteer position that performs critical tasks attendant to the operation of the local DFAC and the attorney disciplinary system as a whole. The selected District Secretary is paid an emolument set by the Supreme Court to reimburse for costs and expenses. The secretary’s duties include: keeping full and complete records of all DFAC proceedings; maintaining files (including in electronic format in the OAE database) of all fee disputes received, with such records scanned and uploaded in the OAE database on a timely basis; ensuring careful adherence to the Court Rules for the processing of all requests for fee arbitration; working with the DFAC chair and vice-chair to administer the DFAC, including by assisting in overseeing the timely completion of all hearings on the DFAC’s docket of pending cases; and responding to inquiries from the OAE, the public, attorneys, courts, DFAC officers and members, and/or interested parties about the fee arbitration process. The District Secretary will receive an annual award of four (4) continuing legal education credits which go towards the professionalism/ethics requirements and an annual pro bono service “Madden” exemption. The Judiciary is committed to maintaining an inclusive volunteer corps that reflects the diversity of the population it serves. Any candidate who seeks to apply for the position should submit a letter of interest and a resume, to be received by March 31, 2026, by email to OAE.mbx@njcourts.gov , or by mail to the following address: Director, Office of Attorney Ethics P.O. Box 963 Trenton, NJ 08625 Questions concerning this Notice to the Bar may also be directed to the e-mail address above or to (609) 403-7800, extension 34162. Document Date: March 5, 2026 Publish Date: March 6, 2026 Download Notice
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Municipal Job Information, Job Title: Violations Clerk Vicinage: Essex Municipal Court: Maplewood & South Orange Shared Municipal Court Closing: April 3, 2026 Posted: March 6, 2026
S.M.T. VS. S.A., ET AL. (FV-04-2749-24 AND FV-04-3792-24, CAMDEN COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) (CONSOLIDATED) (RECORD IMPOUNDED) A-0973-24/A-1122-24 Published Appellate Feb. 10, 2026 Summary A-0973-24/A-1122-24 The parties appealed from their respective denials of final restraining orders (FROs) against each other. S.M.T. alleged a series of incidents regarding physical abuse, forced sexual acts, and coercive control within the parties' marriage. Although the trial court concluded S.A. committed the predicate act of simple assault and recognized a prior incident of simple assault against S.M.T., it did not make specific findings with respect to the sexual assault allegations or coercive control and ultimately denied S.M.T. an FRO. It reasoned the proven incidents of physical assault amounted to "marital contretemps" for which an FRO was not necessary to protect S.M.T. from future harm because any risk could be handled in the existing family dissolution matter. The court disagreed and concluded S.M.T. proved the need for an FRO because she proved simple assault, sexual assault, coercive control, and established the likelihood of a risk of continued domestic violence. A pending dissolution matter is not the appropriate forum to address future risk of domestic violence, unless the parties have mutually agreed to civil restraints. The court concluded if the predicate act involves physical force and violence, "the risk of harm is so great that the inquiry [regarding the secondary analysis of Silver v. Silver ] can be perfunctory." J.D. , 207 N.J. at 488. In these cases, "the decision to issue an FRO 'is most often . . . self-evident.'" A.M.C. v. P.B. , 447 N.J. Super. 402, 417 (App. Div. 2016) (quoting Silver , 387 N.J. at 127). It would be rare for proven physical assault to be deemed mere marital contretemps, and the court found no reported decision where marital contretemps was relied upon as a basis for denying a restraining order where physical assault was a proven predicate act. Additionally, effective January 8, 2024, the PDVA was amended to include coercive control among the statutory factors courts must consider when determining whether to issue an FRO. N.J.S.A. 2C:25-29(a)(7). (“Any pattern of coercive control against a person that in purpose or effect unreasonably interferes with, threatens, or exploits a person's liberty, freedom, bodily integrity, or human rights with the court specifically considering evidence of the need for protection from immediate danger or the prevention of further abuse.”) Coercive control is not among the predicate acts enumerated in the PDVA; rather, it is analyzed pursuant to the second prong of Silver . The trial court failed to make findings regarding the allegations of coercive control in its analysis of prong two. S.M.T. detailed S.A.'s acts of coercive control in limiting her travel, controlling the family's finances and her access to money, surveillance by various electronic means, and depriving her of sleep using lights, television noise, and spilling water on her. The trial court stated: "It's clear from the contentions that it's somehow recognized by [S.M.T.] that [S.A.] feels he has a right to exert certain authority over her, and again, the [trial c]ourt doesn't pretend to understand the actual tenets of the faith or culture in that regard." The court noted actual tenets of faith and culture are not relevant as to whether acts of physical assault, sexual abuse, or coercive control have occurred. Close
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Canon 3 CJC-Part 1 Appendix (CJC): Canon 3 Canon 3 CJC, Canon 3, A judge shall perform the duties of judicial office impartially and diligently., Rule 3.1 Precedence of Judicial Office, The judicial duties of a judge shall take precedence over all other activities. Judicial duties include the duties of the office prescribed by law, this Code, court rule, and administrative directive., Rule 3.2 Competence, A judge shall maintain professional competence., Comment, : Competence in the performance of judicial duties requires the legal knowledge, skill, thoroughness, and preparation reasonably necessary to perform judges’ responsibilities of judicial office., Rule 3.3 Judicial Independence, A judge shall be unswayed by partisan interest, public clamor or fear of criticism., Comment, : A judge shall decide cases without regard to whether particular laws or litigants are popular or unpopular with the public, the media, government officials, or the judge’s friends or family. Confidence in the judiciary is eroded if judicial decision-making is perceived to be subject to outside influences., Rule 3.4 Decorum, A judge shall maintain order and decorum in judicial proceedings., Rule 3.5 Demeanor, A judge shall be patient, dignified, and courteous to litigants, jurors, witnesses, lawyers and others with whom the judge deals in an official capacity, and shall not permit lawyers, court officials, and others subject to the judge's direction and control to display impatience or discourtesy or to detract from the dignity of the court., Rule 3.6 Bias and Prejudice, A judge shall be impartial and shall not discriminate because of race, creed, color, sex, gender identity or expression, religion/religious practices or observances, national origin/nationality, ancestry, language, ethnicity, disability or perceived disability, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, status as a veteran or disabled veteran of, or liability for service in, the Armed Forces of the United States, age, affectional or sexual orientation, marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, socioeconomic status or political affiliation. A judge shall require lawyers in proceedings before the judge to refrain from manifesting, by words or conduct, bias or prejudice on the bases specified in Rule 3.6(A), against parties, witnesses, counsel or others. This section does not preclude legitimate advocacy when the listed bases are issues in or relevant to the proceeding. A judge shall not, in the performance of judicial duties, by words or conduct manifest bias or prejudice, or engage in harassment, including but not limited to bias, prejudice or harassment on the bases specified in Rule 3.6(A), and shall not permit court staff, court officials or others subject to the judge’s direction and control to do so. This section does not preclude reference to the listed bases when they are issues in or relevant to the proceeding., Comment:, The prohibited bases in this rule are primarily drawn from the Law Against Discrimination, N.J.S.A. 10:5-1, et seq. Examples of manifestations of bias or prejudice include but are not limited to epithets, slurs, demeaning nicknames, negative stereotyping, attempted humor based on stereotypes, threatening, intimidating, or hostile acts, suggestions of connections between race, ethnicity, or nationality and crime and irrelevant references to personal characteristics. Even facial expressions and body language can convey to parties and lawyers in the proceeding, jurors, the media and others an appearance of bias or prejudice. A judge must avoid conduct that may reasonably be perceived as prejudiced or biased. Harassment is verbal or physical conduct that denigrates or shows hostility or aversion toward a person on prohibited bases listed in Rule 3.6(A). Sexual harassment includes but is not limited to sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature that is unwelcome., Rule 3.7 Ensuring the Right to Be Heard, A judge shall accord to every person who is legally interested in a proceeding, or to that person's lawyer, the right to be heard according to law or court rule., Comment:, A judge may make reasonable accommodations to ensure pro se litigants the opportunity to have their matters fairly heard., Rule 3.8 Ex Parte Communications, Except as authorized by law or court rule, a judge shall not initiate or consider ex parte or other communications concerning a pending or impending proceeding., Comment:, This rule does not prohibit a judge from appointing an independent expert in accordance with the rules of court. The proscription against communications concerning a proceeding generally includes communications with or from lawyers and other persons who are participants in the proceeding. It does not preclude a judge from consulting with other judges on pending matters, provided that the judge avoids ex parte discussions of a case with judges who have previously been disqualified from hearing the matter and with judges who have appellate jurisdiction over the matter, or from consulting with court personnel whose function is to aid the judge in carrying out adjudicative responsibilities. A judge may initiate, permit or consider ex parte communications appropriate to service in the recovery court (formerly drug court) or other similar programs. In general, settlement discussions, discussions regarding scheduling and a judge’s handling of emergent issues are not considered to constitute ex parte communications in violation of this rule., Rule 3.9 Diligence, A judge shall dispose promptly of the business of the court., Comment:, Prompt disposition of the court's business requires judges to devote adequate time to their duties, to be punctual in attending court and expeditious in determining matters before the court, and to insist that court officials, litigants and lawyers cooperate to that end. In disposing of matters promptly, a judge must demonstrate due regard for the rights of the parties to be heard and to have issues resolved without unnecessary cost or delay., Rule 3.10 Judicial Statements on Pending and Impending Cases, A judge shall not publicly comment about a pending or impending proceeding in any court and shall not permit court personnel subject to the judge's direction and control to do so. This rule does not prohibit judges from making public statements in the course of their official duties or from explaining to the public the procedures of the court., Comment:, “Court personnel" does not include the lawyers in a proceeding before a judge. The conduct of lawyers is governed by RPC 3.6 of the Rules of Professional Conduct. This rule is not intended to prohibit a judge from discussing the facts and holdings, subject to the guidelines of the Advisory Committee on Extrajudicial Activities, in a matter that has been concluded., Rule 3.11 Broadcasting, A judge should permit broadcasting, televising, recording and the taking of photographs in the courtroom and areas immediately adjacent thereto during sessions of court and during recesses between sessions only in accordance with the guidelines promulgated by the Supreme Court and subject to the restrictions contained therein., Rule 3.12 Communication with Jurors, A judge shall not commend or criticize jurors for their verdict other than in a court order or opinion in a proceeding. Following the verdict, a judge may express appreciation to jurors for their service to the judicial system and the community in open court and in the presence of counsel or the parties. A judge may not have post-verdict discussions with jurors, unless those discussions are part of a hearing ordered on good cause shown pursuant to Rule 1:16-1., Rule 3.13 Judicial Administration, A judge shall diligently discharge the administrative responsibilities of the office without bias or prejudice, maintain professional competence in judicial administration, and facilitate the performance of the administrative responsibilities of other judges and court officials., Rule 3.14 Supervisory Duties, A judge shall require staff, court officials and others subject to the judge's direction and control to observe the standards of fidelity and diligence that apply to the judge and to refrain from manifesting bias or prejudice in the performance of their official duties., Rule 3.15 Responding to Judicial and Lawyer Misconduct, A judge has the following disciplinary responsibilities: A judge who receives reliable information indicating a substantial likelihood that another judge has committed a violation of this Code should take appropriate action. A judge having knowledge that another judge has committed a violation of this Code that raises a substantial question as to the other judge's fitness for office shall inform the appropriate authority. A judge who receives reliable information indicating a substantial likelihood that a lawyer has committed a violation of the Rules of Professional Conduct should take appropriate action. A judge having knowledge that a lawyer has committed a violation of the Rules of Professional Conduct that raises a substantial question as to the lawyer's honesty, trustworthiness or fitness as a lawyer in other respects shall inform the appropriate authority. Acts of a judge in the discharge of disciplinary responsibilities under this rule shall be absolutely privileged., Comment:, Appropriate action includes notification to the Assignment Judge, the Administrative Director of the Courts, or the proper disciplinary authority., Rule 3.16 Administrative Appointments, A judge shall not make unnecessary appointments and shall exercise the power of appointment only on the basis of merit, avoiding nepotism and favoritism. A judge shall not approve compensation of appointees beyond the fair value of services rendered., Comment:, Appointees of the judge include officials such as commissioners, receivers, guardians and personnel such as clerks and secretaries. Consent by the parties to an appointment or to the fixing of compensation does not relieve the judge of the obligation prescribed by this rule., Rule 3.17 Disqualification, Judges shall hear and decide all assigned matters unless disqualification is required by this rule or other law. Judges shall disqualify themselves in proceedings in which their impartiality or the appearance of their impartiality might reasonably be questioned, including but not limited to the following: , Personal bias, prejudice or knowledge., Judges shall disqualify themselves if they have a personal bias or prejudice toward a party or a party’s lawyer or have personal knowledge of disputed evidentiary facts involved in the proceeding. , Financial interest., Judges shall disqualify themselves if they individually or as a fiduciary have a financial interest in an enterprise related to the litigation. Subject to subparagraphs (i), (ii), (iii), and (iv) hereof, a financial interest means ownership of a legal or equitable interest, however small, or a relationship as director or advisor or other participation in the affairs of a party. Financial interest does not include: ownership of an interest in securities held by a mutual fund or common investment fund, or ownership of securities held in managed funds, provided, in respect of managed funds, that no investment discretion has been retained by the judge or the judge’s spouse, civil union partner, or domestic partner; ownership in securities held by an educational, religious, charitable, fraternal or civic organization in which the judge holds an office; the proprietary interest of a policyholder in a mutual insurance company, of a depositor in a mutual savings association, or a similar proprietary interest unless there is a reasonable possibility that the value of the interest will be affected by the judge’s decision; ownership of an interest in government securities unless there is a reasonable possibility that the value of the interest will be affected by the judge’s decision. , Personal Relationships., Judges shall disqualify themselves if: the judge or the judge’s spouse, civil union partner, or domestic partner, or a first cousin or more closely related relative to either of them, or the spouse, civil union partner, or domestic partner of such relative, or to the judge’s knowledge, a second cousin or related relative to either of them, as defined below, or the spouse, civil union partner, or domestic partner of such relative, is a party to the proceeding or is likely to be called as a witness in the proceeding. the judge or the judge’s spouse, civil union partner, or domestic partner, or a first cousin or more closely related relative to either of them, or the spouse, civil union partner, or domestic partner of such relative, is a lawyer for a party. the judge or the judge’s spouse, civil union partner, or domestic partner, or any member of the judge’s family residing in the judge’s household has an interest in the litigation, including among other things, a financial interest in an enterprise related to the litigation. the judge has a social relationship with a party or the lawyer for a party of a nature that would give rise to partiality or the appearance of partiality. , Prior Professional Relationships., Judges shall disqualify themselves based on their prior professional relationships as follows: In proceedings in which the judge served as a lawyer in the matter in controversy or in which the judge has been a witness or may be called as a witness; In proceedings in which a party was a former private client for whose matter the judge had primary responsibility, for a period of seven years from the conclusion of the representation. However, disqualification for a period of time in excess of seven years from the conclusion of the representation may be required. In making such a determination, a judge should consider, among other relevant factors: 1) the scope of the representation, including but not limited to the cumulative total of matters handled by the judge, whether a continuous fiduciary relationship existed with the client over an extended period of time, and the time that elapsed from the conclusion of the representation; 2) the duration of the representation; 3) the nature of the representation, including but not limited to whether it involved acrimonious negotiations or litigation, or whether any information relayed during the representation could cast doubt on the judge’s impartiality; 4) any other serious concern arising from the representation that could cast doubt on the judge’s impartiality; and 5) in respect of a corporate client, whether the principals of the entity are the same as existed during the representation. In proceedings in which a law firm involved in the matter previously represented the judge, the judge’s spouse, civil union partner or domestic partner, for a period of three years from the conclusion of the representation. Disqualification, however, for a period in excess of three years from the conclusion of the representation may be required in certain circumstances. In making this determination, a judge should consider, among other relevant factors: 1) whether the judge, the judge’s spouse, civil union partner or domestic partner maintains a professional relationship with the law firm; 2) the scope and duration of the representation; and 3) the nature of the representation, including but not limited to whether it involved acrimonious negotiations or litigation, or whether any information relayed during the representation could cast doubt on the judge’s impartiality; and 4) any other serious concern arising from the representation that could cast doubt on the judge’s impartiality. For purposes of this rule, an insurance company that had retained the judge to defend its insureds in tort actions shall not be considered a former client of the judge. In proceedings in which a party is a governmental entity that previously employed the judge: for a period of two years following judicial appointment if the judge was employed as a state government attorney, county prosecutor or assistant county prosecutor, provided, however, that prior employment as state government attorneys with broad supervisory authority shall not disqualify judges who had no actual involvement in the matter while in government service; for a period of five years following judicial appointment if the judge represented a local government entity; In proceedings in which the judge’s former law firm is involved, for a period of at least seven years following termination of the relationship or until all financial obligations from the law firm to the judge are satisfied, whichever is longer; In proceedings in which the judge’s former law clerk is appearing or has signed papers, for a period of six months following the termination of the clerkship. , Post-Retirement Employment., Judges shall disqualify themselves if the judge has initiated contact about or discussed or negotiated his or her post-retirement employment with any party, attorney or law firm involved in any matter pending before the judge in which the judge is participating personally and substantially, regardless of whether or not the discussions or negotiations lead to employment of the judge by the party, attorney or law firm; Irrespective of the time periods specified in this rule, judges shall disqualify themselves whenever the nature of the relationship to a party or a lawyer, because of a continuing social relationship or otherwise, would give rise to partiality or the appearance of partiality. A disqualification required by this rule is not subject to the parties’ waiver. The judge shall, however, disclose to the parties any circumstance not deemed by the judge to require disqualification but which might be regarded by the parties as affecting the judge’s impartiality. A judge shall address disqualification or issues of recusal and disqualification promptly upon recognition of grounds which would give rise to partiality or the appearance of partiality. A judge shall not be automatically disqualified upon learning that a complaint has been filed against the judge with the Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct, litigation naming the judge as a party, or any other complaint about the judge by a party. If, however, the judge concludes that there is a reasonable basis to question the court’s impartiality, the judge may recuse himself or herself. A judge shall promptly disclose to the parties to the pending litigation that a complaint has been filed or made. , Comment:, Judges must be available to decide the matters that come before the court. Although there are times when disqualification is necessary to protect the rights of litigants and preserve public confidence in the independence, integrity and impartiality of the judiciary, unwarranted disqualification may bring public disfavor to the court and to the judge personally. The dignity of the court, the judge’s respect for fulfillment of judicial duties, and a proper concern for the burdens that may be imposed upon the judge’s colleagues require that a judge not use disqualification to avoid cases that present difficult, controversial or unpopular issues. In determining whether disqualification is necessary, the applicable standard is as follows: Would a reasonable, fully informed person have doubts about the judge’s impartiality. DeNike v. Cupo , 196 N.J. 502. When disqualification on the basis of financial interest in an enterprise related to the litigation would be based solely on a judge’s modest ownership of publicly traded stock in an entity participating as amicus, disqualification is not required. In determining whether one’s financial interest in an entity appearing as amicus is modest, the judge should consider the value of the stock owned, the relative size of the publicly traded company, the number of shares owned relative to the number of shares traded publicly, and the length of time the shares have been held. For purposes of this rule, as with New Jersey Court Rule 1:12-1, a “first cousin or more closely related relative” includes first cousin, aunt or uncle, niece or nephew, grandparent, grandchild, child, parent, or sibling. A “second cousin or related relative” includes a second cousin, great aunt or uncle, first cousin once removed (e.g., a first cousin’s child or a great aunt or uncle’s child), great grandparent, or grandniece or grandnephew, or great grandchild. Judges shall keep informed about their personal and fiduciary interests and make reasonable efforts to keep informed about the personal financial interests of their spouse, civil union partner, or domestic partner, and family members residing in the judge’s household. “Knowledge” means actual knowledge of the fact in question. However, knowledge may be inferred from the circumstances. The fact that a lawyer in a proceeding is affiliated with a law firm with which a lawyer-relative of the judge is affiliated does not itself disqualify the judge. If, however, the judge’s impartiality might reasonably be questioned under paragraph (B), or the lawyer-relative is known by the judge to have an interest in the law firm that could be substantially affected by the proceeding under paragraph (B)(3)(c), the judge’s disqualification is required. In making such a determination, a judge should consider, among other relevant factors: (1) the degree of relationship between the judge and the relative affiliated with the firm (e.g., sister, nephew, nephew’s spouse); (2) the closeness of the relationship between the judge and the relative; (3) whether the relative’s affiliation with the firm was known to 13 the judge without counsel making the court aware of such affiliation; (4) the size of the law firm the relative is affiliated with; (5) the relative’s role in the law firm (e.g., owner or equity interest holder, associate, intern); (6) the relative’s relationship, if any, to the lawyer in the proceeding; (7) whether the law firm represents a named party to the action, as opposed to an entity proceeding (or seeking to proceed) as amicus curiae ; (8) the timing of the law firm’s commencement of participation in the proceeding; (9) whether the law firm is providing its services pro bono , if such arrangement is known by the judge; and (10) the nature of the proceedings. Note that this comment addresses only whether a lawyer-relative renders the judge disqualified from hearing all matters involving the law firm with which the relative is affiliated. Nothing in this comment should be read to permit a judge to hear proceedings in which a lawyer in the case is related (as first cousin or closer) to the judge or the judge’s spouse, civil union partner or domestic partner. In evaluating whether a judge should be disqualified from proceedings in which a party was a former private client of the judge for a period of time in excess of seven years from the conclusion of the representation, judges should be guided by DeNike v. Cupo , 196 N.J. 502. A lawyer in a governmental agency does not necessarily have an association with other lawyers employed by that agency within the meaning of this rule; judges formerly employed by governmental agencies, however, should disqualify themselves in a proceeding if their impartiality might reasonably be questioned because of the association. With regard to Rule 3.17(B)(4)(c)(ii), a municipal court judge who was a former municipal prosecutor in the same municipality may preside over local ordinance violations. A judge may not initiate contact about or discuss or negotiate his or her post-retirement employment with any party, attorney or law firm involved in any matter pending before the judge in which the judge is participating personally and substantially. A matter pending before the judge includes any matter or aspect of a matter which has not been completed, even if only the performance of a ministerial act remains outstanding, such as signing a consent order or a similar order. If the subject is raised in any fashion, the judge must put a halt to the discussion or negotiation at once, rebuff any offer, and disclose what occurred on the record in the presence of all parties and counsel. The judge, all parties and attorneys on the record should then evaluate objectively whether any further relief is needed. A judge who engages in post-retirement employment negotiations or discussions while still on the bench with any party, attorney or law firm that does not have a matter pending before the judge, must do so in a way that minimizes the need for disqualification, does not interfere with the proper performance of the judge’s judicial duties, and upholds the integrity of the courts. A judge should delay starting any such negotiations or discussions until shortly before his or her planned retirement, and should discuss post-retirement employment opportunities with the fewest possible number of prospective employers. A judge should also inform the Appellate Division Presiding Judge for Administration or Deputy Presiding Judge for Administration, his or her Assignment Judge, or the Tax Court Presiding Judge about the post-retirement employment negotiations or discussions to the extent that such negotiations or discussions will interfere with the judge’s regular assignments. A judge should not initiate contact about or discuss or negotiate his or her post-retirement employment with a party, attorney or law firm that has in the past appeared before the judge until the passage of a reasonable interval of time, so that the judge’s impartiality in the handling of the case cannot reasonably be questioned. What is reasonable depends on the circumstances. For instance, it may be that an uncontested matter resolved swiftly by entry of a default judgment would not call for a lengthy interval of time. Prolonged or particularly acrimonious litigation may caution in favor of a longer delay. Actions likely to result in continuing post-judgment matters would also warrant a lengthier intervening period of time. The rule of necessity may override the rule of disqualification. For example, a judge might be required to participate in judicial review of a judicial salary statute, or might be the only judge available in a matter requiring immediate judicial action, such as a hearing on probable cause or a temporary restraining order. In matters that require immediate action, the judge must disclose on the record the basis for possible disqualification and make reasonable efforts to transfer the matter to another judge as soon as practicable. The provision in Rule 3.17(C) is designed to avoid the possibility that a party or lawyer will feel coerced into consent. The interests of an amicus curiae are qualitatively different from parties who have a direct stake or liberty interest in the outcome of litigation. Participation by amicus, by its very terms, is in the public interest. R. 1:13-19(a). To be granted leave to participate, a court must be satisfied that amicus will assist in the resolution of an issue of public importance, and that no party to the litigation will be unduly prejudiced. Ibid. In light of the role of amici, recusal of a judge is not automatic in the case of an amicus filing. Consistent with the Code, however, judges shall recuse themselves from matters in which their impartiality or the appearance of impartiality might reasonably be questioned. For example, if an attorney with whom a judge has an otherwise disqualifying personal relationship, see R. 3.17(B)(3), is participating in the representation of an amicus, or if the judge has a prior professional relationship with the amicus group, disqualification may be appropriate. But the involvement of a judge’s former law firm in an amicus filing, see R. 3.17(B)(4)(e), would not call for the judge’s recusal on that basis alone. Part 1
SUPREME COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Effective March 9, 2026, the judges of the Tax Court of New Jersey are assigned as follows; this amends the Tax Court portion of the 2025-2026 General Assignment Order dated July 17, 2025, as previously amended by orders dated January 13, 2025; April 9, 2025; and January 23, 2026., MALA SUNDAR, Presiding Judge, Designated Pursuant to R. 1:33-2(e), Judge, Chambers, Counties Served, MARY SIOBHAN BRENNAN Newark Hudson. MARK CIMINO Trenton Atlantic, Cape May, Cumberland, Hunterdon, Middlesex (Cranbury, Dunellen, Edison, Highland Park, Jamesburg, Metuchen, Middlesex, Monroe, New Brunswick, Old Bridge, Plainsboro, Spotswood, South Brunswick, South Plainfield), Ocean, Salem, Somerset. MICHAEL J. DUFFY Newark Morris, Sussex. MICHAEL J. GILMORE Trenton Union. JILL C. McNALLY Newark Essex (except Belleville, Cedar Grove, Montclair, Newark, West Caldwell, West Orange), Gloucester. JOAN BEDRIN MURRAY Newark Essex (Newark). JOSHUA D. NOVIN Newark Passaic, Warren, Bergen (Alpine, Bergenfield, Bogota, Cliffside Park, Closter, Cresskill, Demarest, Dumont, Englewood Cliffs, Fair Lawn, Fairview, Garfield, Glen Rock, Hackensack, Harrington Park, Hasbrouck Heights, Haworth, Hillsdale, Ho-Ho-Kus, Leonia, Little Ferry, Lodi, Lyndhurst, Mahwah, Maywood, Midland Park, Montvale, Moonachie, New Milford, North Arlington, Old Tappan), Essex (Belleville, Cedar Grove, Montclair, West Caldwell, West Orange). FREDERICK C. RAFFETTO Newark Bergen (except Alpine, Bergenfield, Bogota, Cliffside Park, Closter, Cresskill, Demarest, Dumont, Englewood Cliffs, Fair Lawn, Fairview, Garfield, Glen Rock, Hackensack, Harrington Park, Hasbrouck Heights, Haworth, Hillsdale, Ho-Ho-Kus, Leonia, Little Ferry, Lodi, Lyndhurst, Mahwah, Maywood, Midland Park, Montvale, Moonachie, New Milford, North Arlington, Old Tappan). MALA SUNDAR Trenton Burlington, Camden, Middlesex (except Cranbury, Dunellen, Edison, Highland Park, Jamesburg, Metuchen, Middlesex, Monroe, New Brunswick, Old Bridge, Plainsboro, Spotswood, South Brunswick, South Plainfield), Mercer, Monmouth. JOSEPH M. ANDRESINI Newark State-wide mediation (ret’d on recall) PATRICK DeALMEIDA Temporarily assigned to the Superior Court, Appellate Division., Acting Presiding Judge, (in the event of the unavailability of the Presiding Judge): Joshua D. Novin Document Date: March 5, 2026 Publish Date: March 6, 2026 Download Notice
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Hunterdon County Juror Reporting Message, Jury reporting information will be posted after 5:00 PM on the day before your first reporting date and each day thereafter until your service is complete., This message is for, petit jurors, summoned for jury service, March 9, 2026, , in Hunterdon County: Your jury service scheduled to begin on, Monday, March 9, 2026, , is complete and you do not need to report for jury duty next week.  Please report to your place of employment or follow your normal routine.  This will satisfy your jury service requirement for a minimum of 3 years. The Hunterdon County Superior Court Judges and Jury Management staff thank you for your time and availability to serve. Please direct any inquiries to the Jury Management Office at 908-824-9750, x 13030. An alternate way to contact the office is to send an email to hntjury.mailbox@njcourts.gov For updates on future jury service weeks or to check reporting messages please call 908-824-9755., IN THE EVENT OF INCLEMENT WEATHER, INFORMATION ON COURT CLOSINGS AND DELAYED OPENINGS CAN BE FOUND AT: , , Unscheduled Court Closings | NJ Courts, (njcourts.gov). Thank you for your service! , The New Jersey Judiciary does not and has never asked for juror’s banking information or social security numbers over the phone, by email, or in person. Court officials will never ask for payment to avoid arrest for failure to report for jury duty. Anyone who has concerns about being approached inappropriately concerning jury duty should contact the county jury manager as well as local law enforcement. , , GRAND JURORS ONLY:, Grand Jurors for the March 2026 - June 2026 Stated Session:, Please follow the reporting schedule provided to you in your Grand Jury orientation packet. Any changes to the reporting schedule will be communicated to you via email. The Hunterdon County Superior Court Judges and Jury Management staff thank you for your time and availability to serve. , Message from Assignment Judge Michael V. Cresitello, Thank you for serving the Hunterdon County Court. Jurors are an essential part of our justice system. I hope that you enjoy your time as a juror while you are performing this invaluable service. Thank you for serving., Health and Safety, If you feel sick, do not report to the courthouse. Instead, contact your local jury management office contact your local jury management office to reschedule your service., Voluntary Demographic Information, The juror questionnaire includes three voluntary demographic questions. This information contact your local jury management office helps the Judiciary understand the diversity and representativeness of jury pools. Your responses to these questions are optional and will not affect your selection. , Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy, Advise the Jury Management Office if you require an accommodation in order to serve. You can reach the Jury Management Office by phone at 908-824-9750 ext. 13030 or by email at Hntjury.Mbx@njcourts.gov ., Juror Parking Directions, Hunterdon County Justice Center 65 Park Avenue Flemington, New Jersey 08822 908-824-9750 GPS for Free Parking, Park Ave and Capner Street, Flemington, NJ Free parking is available for jurors in a lot on Capner Street located approximately 200 yards west of the Justice Center (past its intersection with Park Avenue). From Main St. in Flemington turn on to Capner St. at the Flemington post office. At the four-way stop, go straight and the parking lot is about 1/8th of a mile down the block on the right-hand side. Turn right into the lot, which is indicated by a green sign that notes Justice Center parking. You may also access the parking lot from Park Avenue. Please be aware that street parking regulations are strictly enforced including 2-hour limits and unauthorized parking in other lots., Dress Code, Jurors reporting for service should wear clothing appropriate for an appearance in court. Shorts, t-shirts, uniforms or clothing containing statements or offensive symbols are not permitted. All hats must be removed when in a courtroom. Comfortable clothing is also advisable., Courtroom Regulations, Cell phones, pagers and electronic devices must be turned off in the courtroom. You are not permitted to read newspapers or other materials in the courtroom. You are not permitted to bring food or beverages into the courtroom., If You Are Selected As A Juror, The trial judge will instruct you regarding the trial schedule, reporting times, any recesses, lunch arrangements, etc. The judge's instructions will take precedence over any general instructions given in the assembly area. You must wear your juror badge at all times, including during lunch., Other Factors Relating To Your Juror Service, The daily fee for petit jurors is $5 for the first 3 days and $40 for each day after 3 days. The daily fee for grand jurors is $5 for each day of service. Checks are processed on Friday. Your juror check will generally be received within 3 weeks. Check with your employer or your union representative, or read your employee handbook if you have questions about whether you will be compensated by your employer while serving as a juror., Employment Protection, Be aware that N.J.S.A. 2B:20-17 protects jurors from employment related retaliation and provides for the possibility of both criminal and civil sanctions., Term of Service, Service for one week or until the completion of one trial. If you are selected, you must remain for the duration of the trial even if it goes beyond your one week term. Jurors will hear evidence in either criminal or civil trials and render a verdict. You must call or check the website each evening to obtain instructions regarding whether you must report. Once your service is completed, you will not be eligible to be selected again for 3 years., Smoking Policy, The courthouse is a non-smoking facility. If you leave the courthouse to smoke, you must inform jury staff so that we are aware of your location at all times., Failure to Report, Individuals who fail to respond to a jury summons or fail to report when summoned may be subject to penalties including fines. If you have forgotten to appear as scheduled for jury service, please contact the Jury Management Office immediately at 908-824-9750 ext. 13030 .
CAPE MAY COUNTY REPORTING MESSAGE, , PETIT JURORS -, This message is for , Confirmed , Petit Jurors summoned for the week of March 9nd, 2026, Please check your email (Spam and Junk folder) / text for your reporting instructions. , If you did not complete your jury qualification questionnaire 5 days prior to your jury service date, please contact the Jury Management office to reschedule your jury service. 609-402-0100 x47950., GRAND JURORS -, Please report on Tuesday, March 10rd, 2026 by 8:45 am. Thank you for your willingness to serve. Geovanny Feliciano Jury Manager Jury Management Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am-4:30pm Email: cpmjury.mailbox@njcourts.gov, *****The New Jersey Judiciary does not and has never asked for juror’s banking information or social security numbers over the phone, by email, or in person. Court officials will never ask for payment to avoid arrest for failure to report for jury duty. Anyone who has concerns about being approached inappropriately concerning jury duty should contact the county jury manager as well as local law enforcement.****, Message from Assignment Judge M. Susan Sheppard, Welcome. Jury Service is both an honor and a duty of citizenship. As a juror, you will have the opportunity to observe, participate in, and increase your knowledge about the operation of our court system and the judicial branch of government. Those who serve find it to be a rewarding experience and we anticipate that you will also. Thank you for serving., Health and Safety, If you feel sick, do not report to the courthouse. Instead, contact your local jury management office contact your local jury management office to reschedule your service., Voluntary Demographic Information, The juror questionnaire includes three voluntary demographic questions. This information contact your local jury management office helps the Judiciary understand the diversity and representativeness of jury pools. Your responses to these questions are optional and will not affect your selection. , Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy, Advise the Jury Management Office if you require an accommodation in order to serve. You can reach the Jury Management Office by phone at 609-402-0100 ext. 47950 or by email at Cpmjury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov ., Juror Parking Directions, Cape May County Courthouse 9 North Main Street Cape May Court House, New Jersey 08210 609-402-0100, Please note that the front entrance to the building on Route 9 is no longer in use and the entrance is now at the rear of the building where our juror parking lot is located., The entrance for this juror parking lot is off North Boyd Street, directly behind the Cape May County Library. The second parking lot designated for jurors is located directly behind the Doctors Inn on Route 9 with the entrance off East Mechanic Street and a pedestrian walkway that leads to Route 9. Street parking is also available. Attorneys may obtain Cape May County Courthouse parking lot access through the Cape May County Sheriff's office. Please consult your juror notice for specific directions. Handicap parking is not available on the street. If you need handicap parking accommodations, please proceed to the juror lot located off North Boyd Street, directly behind the County Library Building. Enter from Boyd Street. When entering the lot, drive to the security gate, push and release the button on the black box and indicate that you need handicap parking accommodations., Dress Code, Jurors reporting for service should wear clothing appropriate for an appearance in court. Shorts, t-shirts, uniforms or clothing containing statements or offensive symbols are not permitted. All hats must be removed when in a courtroom. Comfortable clothing is also advisable., Courtroom Regulations, Cell phones, pagers and electronic devices must be turned off in the courtroom. You are not permitted to read newspapers or other materials in the courtroom. You are not permitted to bring food or beverages into the courtroom., If You Are Selected As A Juror, The trial judge will instruct you regarding the trial schedule, reporting times, any recesses, lunch arrangements, etc. The judge's instructions will take precedence over any general instructions given in the assembly area. You must wear your juror badge at all times, including during lunch., Other Factors Relating To Your Juror Service, The daily fee for petit jurors is $5 for the first 3 days and $40 for each day after 3 days. The daily fee for grand jurors is $5 for each day of service. Checks are processed on Friday. Your juror check will generally be received within 3 weeks. Check with your employer or your union representative, or read your employee handbook if you have questions about whether you will be compensated by your employer while serving as a juror., Employment Protection, Be aware that N.J.S.A. 2B:20-17 protects jurors from employment related retaliation and provides for the possibility of both criminal and civil sanctions., Term of Service, Petit jurors are required to be available for the week or one trial of service . You must call, check the recorded message, or check the website each evening prior to your service to obtain instructions regarding whether you must report. If you are selected, you must remain for the duration of jury selection process, and the trial. Once your service is completed, you will not be eligible to be selected to serve again for 3 years., Smoking Policy, The courthouse is a non-smoking facility. If you leave the courthouse to smoke, you must inform jury staff so that we are aware of your location at all times., Failure to Report, Individuals who fail to respond to a jury summons or fail to report when summoned may be subject to penalties including fines. If you have forgotten to appear as scheduled for jury service, please contact the Jury Management Office immediately at 609-402-0100 ext. 47950
CUMBERLAND COUNTY JURY REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE WEEK OF MARCH 09, 2026., , In the event of emergency closing or inclement weather please listen to KYW 1060 AM or call, 856-878-5070, ,, option 1, There are, NO JURORS, needed for Monday, March 9th, 2026,, HOWEVER, , you are on call for the remainder of the week (Tuesday-Friday). Please continue to check this website after 5pm daily. Thank you There is a free parking garage located at 115 Vine St. Only clear drinking containers are permitted in the courthouse. There are vending machines on the 1st Floor and a microwave and refrigerator in the jury assembly room if you would like to bring lunch/snacks. Jurors who are currently in trial please continue to follow the reporting instructions of the trial judge and/or our texts and emails. , The New Jersey Judiciary does not and has never asked for juror’s banking information or social security numbers over the phone, by email, or in person. Court officials will never ask for payment to avoid arrest for failure to report for jury duty. Anyone who has concerns about being approached inappropriately concerning jury duty should contact the county jury manager as well as local law enforcement., Please contact the jury management office with any questions at 856-878-5050, ext. 15160 or by email at: cumjury.mailbox@njcourts.gov Thank You. Jury Management, Message from Assignment Judge Benjamin C. Telsey, Welcome to jury duty. Jury Service is both an honor and a duty of citizenship. As a juror, you will have the opportunity to observe, participate in, and increase your knowledge about the operation of our court system and the judicial branch of government. Those who serve find it to be a rewarding experience and we anticipate that you will also. Thank you for serving., Health and Safety, If you feel sick, do not report to the courthouse. Instead, contact your local jury management office contact your local jury management office to reschedule your service., Voluntary Demographic Information, The juror questionnaire includes three voluntary demographic questions. This information contact your local jury management office helps the Judiciary understand the diversity and representativeness of jury pools. Your responses to these questions are optional and will not affect your selection. , Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy, Advise the Jury Management Office if you require an accommodation in order to serve. You can reach the Jury Management Office by phone at 856-878-5050 ext. 18150 or by email at Cumjury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov, Juror Parking Directions, Cumberland County Courthouse 60 West Broad Street Bridgeton, New Jersey 08302 856-878-5050 Parking for jurors and court users is available in the county parking garage (parking is garage is available from 8:00am-6:00pm only) located on Vine Street behind the prosecutor's office building (west of Fayette Street and Vine Street intersection). Some local street parking is also available. A parking garage is located on Vine Street for juror parking. Additional parking at 99 West Broad Street (county office building)., Dress Code, Jurors reporting for service should wear clothing appropriate for an appearance in court. Shorts, t-shirts, uniforms or clothing containing statements or offensive symbols are not permitted. All hats must be removed when in a courtroom. Comfortable clothing is also advisable., Courtroom Regulations, Cell phones, pagers and electronic devices must be turned off in the courtroom. You are not permitted to read newspapers or other materials in the courtroom. You are not permitted to bring food or beverages into the courtroom., If You Are Selected As A Juror, The trial judge will instruct you regarding the trial schedule, reporting times, any recesses, lunch arrangements, etc. The judge's instructions will take precedence over any general instructions given in the assembly area. You must wear your juror badge at all times, including during lunch., Other Factors Relating To Your Juror Service, The daily fee for petit jurors is $5 for the first 3 days and $40 for each day after 3 days. The daily fee for grand jurors is $5 for each day of service. Checks are processed on Friday. Your juror check will generally be received within 3 weeks. Check with your employer or your union representative, or read your employee handbook if you have questions about whether you will be compensated by your employer while serving as a juror., Employment Protection, Be aware that N.J.S.A. 2B:20-17 protects jurors from employment related retaliation and provides for the possibility of both criminal and civil sanctions., Term of Service, Petit jurors term of service is one week unless selected for a trial which will require your service for the duration of that trial. If not assigned to a trial or jury selection, you must call or check the website each evening prior to your service to see if you must report. A typical court day is from 9 AM to 4 PM. Once your service is completed, you will not be eligible to be selected again for 3 years., Smoking Policy, The courthouse is a non-smoking facility. If you leave the courthouse to smoke, you must inform jury staff so that we are aware of your location at all times., Failure to Report, Individuals who fail to respond to a jury summons or fail to report when summoned may be subject to penalties including fines. If you have forgotten to appear as scheduled for jury service, please contact the Jury Management Office immediately at 856-878-5050 ext. 18150 .
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