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Peter J. Pizzi is a business litigator with over 30 years of experience in commercial litigation, class action defense, internal investigations, internet and IP litigation, and labor and employment law. He has handled matters on behalf of corporate clients in a broad array of industries, including pharmaceuticals, finance services, computer technology, cosmetics, industrial equipment, and food service. Recent highlights include Peter’s pre-discovery dismissals of a $12 million suit seeking to enforce a Venezuelan corporate guaranty against a corporate officer, a putative consumer class action against a retailing client over the portion sizing of its beverage offerings, and another putative class action against a private aviation firm regarding its pricing practices. He also has lead teams conducting internal investigations on behalf of large public companies.. In addition, Peter has distinguished himself in the field of technology law, regularly lecturing at CLE programs on technology law, writing on cutting-edge issues—such as privacy and cybersecurity, content piracy, and e-discovery—for an array of journals, and consulted by news media for insight regarding technology-related topics. In addition to holding the CIPP/US certification from the International Assocation of Privacy Professionals, he is the incoming Chair of the Technology Committee of the International Association of Defense Counsel.. Peter has been designated a Certified Civil Trial Attorney by the Supreme Court of New Jersey, and was most recently re-certified in 2016.

Mr. Fechter is an associate with McOmber McOmber & Luber, P.C. in the firm's Red Bank, New Jersey office. Mr. Fechter primarily focuses his practice in employment law and civil litigation, representing clients in matters involving discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and whistleblower claims.. Prior to joining McOmber McOmber & Luber, P.C., Mr. Fechter developed an interest in litigation and employment law while working as a law clerk for Hall Booth Smith, P.C., where Mr. Fechter assisted attorneys in all aspects of civil litigation. In 2018, Mr. Fechter honed his legal research and writing skills as a law clerk with the Essex County Prosecutor's office, and developed a passion for advocacy in observing and assisting prosecutors in court.. With an interest in litigation and employment law, in 2019 Mr. Fechter joined McOmber McOmber & Luber, P.C. as a law clerk in their Red Bank office, where Mr. Fechter gained invaluable experience into the litigation process and serving clients in employment matters.. Mr. Fechter graduated from Davidson College in 2017, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree with a major in History. He earned his law degree from Seton Hall University School of Law in 2021. Mr. Fechter was admitted to practice law in New Jersey in 2021.

Mr. Azar is an associate with McOmber McOmber & Luber, P.C. who practices in the firm’s Newark, New Jersey office. Mr. Azar primarily practices in the area of employment law, which includes but is not limited to matters involving discrimination, wrongful termination, retaliation, sexual harassment, and whistleblowing.. Mr. Azar graduated from Seton Hall University in 2019 as a member of the University Honors Program. There, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. While pursuing his undergraduate studies, Mr. Azar worked as a law clerk for a personal injury firm. There, Mr. Azar learned the ins and outs of civil litigation.. Upon graduation from Seton Hall University, Mr. Azar managed a bakery, leading a team of customer service associates and decorators at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, which challenged him to operate the business successfully while ensuring staff safety and effectuating full regulatory compliance. There, Mr. Azar cemented his belief that every worker is entitled to be treated with dignity.. Intent on pursuing employment law, Mr. Azar attended Seton Hall University School of Law in Newark, New Jersey. While in school, Mr. Azar rigorously pursued his studies and sharpened his legal writing and research skills. In addition, Mr. Azar worked as a Graduate Assistant for Seton Hall University School of Law’s Summer Institute for Pre-Legal Studies. As a Graduate Assistant, Mr. Azar spent his summers mentoring aspiring law students sponsored by New Jersey’s Educational Opportunity Fund. Mr. Azar instructed in contract law, oral advocacy, and other substantive legal topics. Mr. Azar also joined Seton Hall University School of Law’s Real Estate Law Society.. During his second year of law school, Mr. Azar joined McOmber McOmber & Luber, P.C. as a law clerk in the firm’s Red Bank office. As a law clerk, Mr. Azar bolstered his legal skills through hands-on interaction with clients and substantive assignments.. Mr. Azar graduated from Seton Hall University School of Law in 2023. Mr. Azar is awaiting admission to the New Jersey Bar.

Justine L. Abrams is an Associate in the Employment Law & Litigation Practice Group and Human Resources Training & Audit Programs of Genova Burns LLC.. Ms. Abrams clerked for the Honorable Joseph Paone, J.S.C. in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Middlesex Vicinage and served as a legal intern for the Trial Division of the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. While with the Commission, Ms. Abrams became experienced in the area of federal employment law, including the investigation of discrimination claims and evaluation of personnel files. She also assisted trial attorneys to prepare for depositions and court proceedings.. Ms. Abrams received a J.D. from Seton Hall University School of Law in 2014, where she served as Editor for the Seton Hall Circuit review and interned in the chambers of the Honorable Faith S. Hochberg, U.S.D.J. in the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey.. Representative Publications:. Memberships:. Bar Admissions. Education. Seton Hall University School of Law, J.D., 2014. Rutgers University, B.A., 2011, summa cum laude

I am a 1990 graduate of Kiev’s Institute of Foreign Languages, Ukraine, where I received my Bachelor of Arts Degree in English and Spanish languages. I received my Master’s Degree in Language Education from Rutgers University in 2000. I subsequently received my Juris Doctorate from Rutgers School of Law in 2004, where I was a member of the Newsletter Section of the school’s Bankruptcy Journal.  Prior to joining the firm, I served as Law Clerk to The Honorable Howard H. Kestin, P.J.A.D.. I am admitted to the bars of the State of New Jersey, the United States District Court, District of New Jersey and the State of New York. My practice concentrates primarily in the area of labor and employment. I am also a member of the New Jersey State Bar Association and its Labor and Employment Law Sections, and the American Bar Association.

Dylan C. Dindial is an associate at Newark, NJ office of the law firm of Littler Mendelson. Littler Mendelson is the largest global employment and labor law practice with more than 1,300 attorneys in over 75 offices worldwide. Ms. Dindial is a graduate of Smith College and Seton Hall University School of Law. She was admitted to practice law in 2014 and is a member of the bars of New Jersey, New York, and the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey and the Southern District of New York. Mrs. Dindial is a member of and holds leadership positions in numerous professional associations including as an Executive Committee member of the New Jersey State Bar Association (“NJSBA”) Young Lawyers Division, a Pupil and Program Committee member of New Jersey’s Sidney Reitman Employment Law American Inn of Court, and a member of the Editorial Board of the NJSBA’s Labor and Employment Quarterly. Prior to joining Littler Mendelson, Ms. Dindial already gained much experience in the field of employment law by practicing as a plaintiffs' attorney in this field. Ms. Dindial now concentrates her practice on the representation of employers in employment and discrimination matters and uses her prior experience as a plaintiffs' attorney to strategically analyze and resolve employment disputes on behalf of employers.