Rochelle Park, NJ

Barry D. Epstein

Barry D. Epstein was born in New York, New York, on October 27, 1940. After being admitted to the New Jersey State Bar Association and the Federal District Court for the State of New Jersey in October 1965, he has engaged in private practice with an emphasis in the areas of civil litigation. During the past sixty years, he has represented various victims in matters including medical malpractice, products liability, and personal injury claims. He has also handled numerous real estate and business transactions and employment matters as they relate to litigation. Mr. Epstein was admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court in 1971 and the United States Tax Court in 1983, the Third Court of Appeals in 2007 and the Second Circuit Court of Appeals in 2012. Mr. Epstein received his B.A. from Clark University in 1962, and his J.D. from Rutgers University in 1965. He has lectured on various topics and has been designated as a Certified Civil Trial Attorney by the Supreme Court of New Jersey since 1984. He is a faculty member of the Institute of Continuing Legal Education of the State of New Jersey and has participated in numerous ICLE programs. He has obtained a number of awards in excess of $1,000,000 and is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum.

Michael J. Epstein

Michael J. Epstein was born in Paterson, New Jersey, in 1970. He was admitted to the New Jersey bar in 1996, and the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey, New York bar, and United States District Court for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York in 1997. Mr. Epstein received his B.A., summa cum laude, from Hamilton College in 1993, Phi Beta Kappa, and his J.D., cum laude, from Harvard University in 1996. After graduating from law school, he served as a law clerk to The Honorable Marie L. Garibaldi, New Jersey Supreme Court, from 1996-1997, and to The Honorable Alfred M. Wolin, United States District Court of New Jersey, from 1997-1998. He is a Certified Civil Trial Attorney and has been recognized for securing significant settlements, including a $10 million jury award in Voyez v. Preferred Home Health Care. He is a member of several legal organizations and has been named to the Super Lawyers list and Top 100 Super Lawyers list multiple times.

April M. Gilmore

April Gilmore has retired from the practice of law following a distinguished career as a trial attorney and partner at The Epstein Law Firm, P.A. She has been appointed to serve as a Judge of Workers’ Compensation in the State of New Jersey. She was admitted to the New Jersey bar in 1998 and the New York bar in 1999. Ms. Gilmore received her B.A. from Rutgers University in 1992, and her J.D. from Rutgers University Law School in 1998. She served as a law clerk to The Honorable Arthur D’Italia. She is a Certified Civil Trial Lawyer by the Supreme Court of NJ since 2012 and has been named to the New Jersey Super Lawyers list and Top 50 Women Super Lawyers list.

Andrew Sobel

Andrew represents some of the largest residential and commercial property owners and management companies in various legal proceedings in the state of New Jersey. Andrew has negotiated favorable terms with state agencies on behalf of his clients and has experience in drafting well-thought-out residential and complex commercial leases which can result in parties avoiding the need for unnecessary and costly litigation when disputes arise. In addition to his legal representation, Andrew has written extensively on landlord-tenant issues and is a regular lecturer for the New Jersey and New York Institutes for Continuing Legal Education in the areas of leasing and related issues. In addition to servicing his real estate clients, Andrew specializes in civil litigation with an emphasis in personal injury. Andrew has handled matters in both state and federal courts and was previously associated with a leading insurance defense firm handling a range of matters from minor injuries to catastrophic loss, as well as products liability and warranty issues.

George E. Morton III

George E. Morton III was born in Galloway, New Jersey. He was admitted to the New Jersey bar in 2022. Mr. Morton graduated from the Salisbury University Honors College in 2018 with a B.A. and from Rutgers Law School, Newark, in 2022 with a J.D. He was awarded the Myron Harkavy award upon graduating from law school for showing the most promise as a trial lawyer. While at Rutgers Law, he participated on the Mock Trial Team and was a Staff Editor on the Rutgers Law Record. After Law School, Mr. Morton completed a Judicial Clerkship for the Honorable John D. O’Dwyer P.J.Cv. of Bergen County. He is a member of the Bergen County Bar association.

Michael A. Rabasca

Michael A. Rabasca was born in Livingston, New Jersey in 1983. He was admitted to the New Jersey Bar in 2011, the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey in 2011, and the New York Bar in 2014. Mr. Rabasca received his B.S., magna cum laude, from The College of New Jersey in 2006, and his J.D., cum laude, from Seton Hall University School of Law in 2010. He was a member of the Seton Hall Circuit Review and participated in the Seton Hall Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program. He is a member of the Bergen County Bar Association and its e-Discovery Committee. He has authored/co-authored numerous briefs on significant legal issues and was named to the New Jersey Super Lawyers Rising Stars list from 2014 - 2020.

Sam Han

Sam specializes in commercial, civil, and real estate litigation. He provides legal counsel to property owners, developers, and investors across all aspects of real estate transactions and disputes, including acquisition, development, financing, leasing, evictions, specific performance, and collections. Sam has worked alongside commercial landlords, including entities such as The Rockefeller Group, as well as national and multinational corporations such as Dollar General and Samsung Austin Semiconductor. His deep understanding of real estate law enables him to effectively safeguard the rights and interests of his clients, regardless of the size or complexity of their portfolios. In addition to real estate, Sam represents clients in legal proceedings before both state and federal courts. He regularly defends clients against claims brought by private individuals and governmental entities, including the New Jersey Office of the Attorney General’s Division of Civil Rights, for alleged violations of the Fair Housing Act and the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination. He also has extensive knowledge of the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act and has successfully prosecuted and defended claims involving allegations of unconscionable business practices and statutory violations. His ability to navigate complex regulatory and statutory frameworks makes him a trusted advocate for both private and public sector clients. Beyond litigation, Sam has a strong focus on business dispute resolution. Recognizing the financial and operational burdens of protracted legal battles, he collaborates closely with his clients to explore all possible avenues for favorable resolution before initiating formal litigation. His pragmatic and results-driven approach has helped numerous clients achieve efficient and cost-effective solutions to their legal disputes without the need for court intervention. Sam is known for his meticulous attention to detail, strategic thinking, and unwavering dedication to client success. Whether representing corporate clients or individuals, he provides the same level of diligence, care, and personalized service, ensuring his clients receive the strongest possible advocacy in every matter.