Damian P. Conforti

Co-chair of the firm’s White Collar and Criminal Defense Group and a member of its Commercial and Corporate Litigation Group, Damian is a seasoned trial attorney who relishes fighting for clients engaged in high-stakes litigation.  A former prosecutor and public defender at the federal, state and municipal levels, he has tried to conclusion the most complex commercial and white collar criminal matters on behalf of high-ranking government officials, corporate officers, licensed professionals and private business owners.  Known for effective crisis management, Damian is also called upon before litigation ensues to lead internal investigations into a variety of business disputes and sensitive and potentially life-altering inquires brought by regulatory agencies and prosecutors.  Effectively managing and controlling costs, Damian has helped clients navigate claims of professional misconduct, director and officer malfeasance, financial crimes, healthcare fraud, minority shareholder oppression, employment discrimination, and land use and tax disputes.

Damian also dedicates a substantial portion of his practice to representing the interests of personal injury victims.  Each year he litigates to conclusion a select number of catastrophic injuries suffered in auto and commercial vehicle accidents, slip and falls, and on dangerous construction sites, securing millions of dollars for his clients in the process.

In addition to his trial work, Damian serves as outside general counsel to closely-held companies, with a particular emphasis on the hospitality sector.  His extensive work with owners and managers of hotels in recent years led him to form the firm’s Hospitality Services Group which routinely advises hotels, restaurants, and other leisure activity businesses on any number of operational and legal issues that arise throughout the workday, including labor relations, premises liability claims, commercial leasing, banking, real estate development, purchase and sale agreements, and other corporate governance matters.

Damian is consistently named to the list of Best Lawyers in America and New Jersey Super Lawyers in recognition of his litigation skills.

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