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July - December 2017 Archives

Divorce Discussion Group for Men

The next meeting of a men’s discussion group focusing on divorce will be held on Tues., Nov. 28, 2017 from 6:30 pm until 8 pm at the office of Safe Harbor Child Access Centers, 18 Parker Avenue in Flemington.  The group is for men who are separated or divorced, or who are going through a divorce.  This is a unique opportunity for men to hear from others, and to provide their own perspectives to other men who are dealing with these issues.  The program will be moderated by family law attorney William Rudnik of Gebhardt & Kiefer, P.C., certified financial planner Craig Hyldahl of R.I.C.H. Planning Group, LLC, and Carol Dvoor of Safe Harbor.  Food and beverages will be provided.  Although not required, please RSVP to Mr. Rudnik at 908-735-5161 so proper arrangements can be made for food and beverages.

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On Nov. 21, Richard Cushing will serve as a speaker for a webinar entitled “The Legal Aspects of Electronic Billboards and Signs,” sponsored by the NJ Institute of Continuing Legal Education (NJICLE).

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On Nov. 10, William Rudnik will serve as a presenter at a “Hot Tips in Family Law” seminar sponsored by the NJ Institute for Continuing Legal Education.  The seminar topic is “Demystifying the Trial: Preparing for and Proceeding to Trial in Matrimonial and Domestic Violence Matters,” and Mr. Rudnik will speak about cross-examining victims in domestic violence trials.

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On Nov. 7, Diana Fredericks will serve as a presenter at the Hunterdon County Bar Association’s 2017 Election Day Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Marathon.  She will discuss “Hot Tips, Court Rules, Recent Case Law and Legislative Updates in Family Law.”  Ms. Fredericks is also the chairperson of the event.

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Gebhardt & Kiefer was pleased to be a sponsor of the NORWESCAP Culinary Celebration & Red Bow Basket Gala, held on Oct. 30 at Beaver Brook Country Club. NORWESCAP's strives to improve the lives of low income individuals and families in Northwest New Jersey by providing programs and education that foster self-sufficiency.  Diana Fredericks attended the event on behalf of the firm.

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Gebhardt & Kiefer was pleased to sponsor three law clerks at the Vicinage XIII Judges & Clerks Dinner on Oct. 17.  The annual dinner, organized by the Hunterdon County Bar Association, welcomes new law clerks and judiciary for the upcoming term.  In attendance from Gebhardt & Kiefer were John Manfreda, Jacob Papay, William Rudnik, Diana Fredericks, and Tracy Bussel.

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On Oct. 30, William Rudnik served as a presenter at the Hunterdon County Bar Association seminar entitled “Domestic Violence and Representation by SAFE in Hunterdon’s Legal HAVEN Program.”  The program offered Continuing Legal Education credits for attendees.

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Divorce Discussion Group for Men

The next meeting of a men’s discussion group focusing on divorce will be held on Tues., Oct. 17, 2017 from 6:30 pm until 8 pm at the office of Safe Harbor Child Access Centers, 18 Parker Avenue in Flemington.  The group is for men who are separated or divorced, or who are going through a divorce.  This is a unique opportunity for men to hear from others, and to provide their own perspectives to other men who are dealing with these issues.  The program will be moderated by family law attorney William Rudnik of Gebhardt & Kiefer, P.C., certified financial planner Craig Hyldahl of R.I.C.H. Planning Group, LLC, and Carol Dvoor of Safe Harbor.  Food and beverages will be provided.  Although not required, please RSVP to Mr. Rudnik at 908-735-5161 so proper arrangements can be made for food and beverages.

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Gebhardt & Kiefer is pleased to announce that Matthew P. Lyons has joined the firm as a Partner.  Lyons is an accomplished attorney with nearly 25 years of experience. His practice will focus on civil litigation, primarily in the areas of municipal, insurance defense, civil rights, and representation of public entities.  He is licensed to practice in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

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On Oct. 17, William Rudnik will speak at a seminar for attorneys entitled “Domestic Violence and Representation by SAFE in Hunterdon’s Legal HAVEN Program.”  Organized by the Hunterdon County Bar Association, the seminar will offer CLE credits to attendees.  Other speakers will include the Honorable Thomas Dilts, J.S.C. (retired), the Honorable Julie Marino, J.S.C. (retired), the Honorable Robert G. Wilson, J.S.C., Dawn Solari of SAFE in Hunterdon, Alisa Grossman, Esq., of Legal Services of Northwest Jersey, Inc., and Tiffany Kutsop, Domestic Violence Hearing Officer from the Hunterdon/Warren Family Division.

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On Sept. 26, Diana Fredericks will attend the “Farm to Fork” fundraiser for Prevention Resources, Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to the prevention of substance abuse and related issues.  The fundraiser will be held at Unionville Vineyard from 6 – 8 PM. 

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Divorce Discussion Group for Men

The next meeting of a men’s discussion group focusing on divorce will be held on Tues., Sept. 19, 2017 from 6:30 pm until 8 pm at the office of Safe Harbor Child Access Centers, 18 Parker Avenue in Flemington.  The group is for men who are separated or divorced, or who are going through a divorce.  This is a unique opportunity for men to hear from others, and to provide their own perspectives to other men who are dealing with these issues.  The program will be moderated by family law attorney William Rudnik of Gebhardt & Kiefer, P.C., certified financial planner Craig Hyldahl of R.I.C.H. Planning Group, LLC, and Carol Dvoor of Safe Harbor.  Food and beverages will be provided.  Although not required, please RSVP to Mr. Rudnik at 908-735-5161 so proper arrangements can be made for food and beverages.

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On Sept. 13, Leslie Parikh will be one of seven speakers at a National Business Institute seminar entitled “Human Resource Law From Start to Finish.”  Ms. Parikh will discuss current developments in workplace behavior and privacy.  The seminar will be held at the Holiday Inn in Cherry Hill.  Register here.

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Divorce Discussion Group for Men

The next meeting of a men’s discussion group focusing on divorce will be held on Tues., Aug. 22, 2017 from 6:30 pm until 8 pm at the office of Safe Harbor Child Access Centers, 18 Parker Avenue in Flemington.  The group is for men who are separated or divorced, or who are going through a divorce.  This is a unique opportunity for men to hear from others, and to provide their own perspectives to other men who are dealing with these issues.  The program will be moderated by family law attorney William Rudnik of Gebhardt & Kiefer, P.C., certified financial planner Craig Hyldahl of R.I.C.H. Planning Group, LLC, and Carol Dvoor of Safe Harbor.  Food and beverages will be provided.  Although not required, please RSVP to Mr. Rudnik at 908-735-5161 so proper arrangements can be made for food and beverages.

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Gebhardt & Kiefer employees generously donated enough school supplies to fill 10 complete backpack kits in support of the United Way of Hunterdon County’s “Tools 4 School” initiative.  Gebhardt & Kiefer also provided $1,125 in monetary donations to help purchase additional supplies for elementary, middle and high school students.  The donations were delivered to the United Way’s “Stuff the Bus” event on Aug. 7.  Attorney Diana Fredericks coordinated the activity for the firm, and also volunteered her time.

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William Rudnik was recently interviewed by Impact Makers Radio host Stewart Alexander.  During the interview, Rudnik discussed divorce litigation and the benefits of alternative dispute resolution.

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The NJ State Bar Association (NJSBA) recently appointed Diana Fredericks to serve as Trustee Liaison for its Public Utility Law Section.  The Public Utility Law Section reviews developments in public utility law, and maintains an active liaison with state regulatory entities regarding public utilities. Ms. Fredericks is currently serving her second term as a Trustee for NJSBA representing Hunterdon County.

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Gebhardt & Kiefer is pleased to participate in the United Way of Hunterdon County’s “Tools 4 School” initiative once again.  Our employees are contributing school supplies for elementary, middle and high school students, and our firm will match their donations.  The supplies will be delivered to the “Stuff the Bus” event on Aug. 7.  To donate or volunteer, visit the organization's website.

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Gebhardt & Kiefer is pleased to be a sponsor of the Sunrise Rotary Club's 37th annual Sprintin Clinton Family Fun Run/5K on July 15, and the 28th annual Rubber Ducky Race on July 16.

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Leslie Parikh has been appointed to serve on two committees for the NJ State Bar Association (NJSBA):  the Government, Public Sector and Public Interest Lawyers Committee, and the Insurance Defense Committee.

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Diana Fredericks has been appointed to serve on two committees for the NJ State Bar Association (NJSBA):  the Continuing Legal Education Committee and the Finance & Operations Committee.  She also serves as a Trustee representing Hunterdon County, and is a graduate of the NJSBA Leadership Academy.

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