Sharyn J. Gallatin
Highland Park
Summary
Dynamic Associate Attorney with over 20 years of diverse legal experience specializing in litigation, special needs advocacy, real estate and estate planning. Demonstrated expertise in formulating legal pleadings, conducting discovery, including depositions of lay and expert witnesses, and successfully arguing motions for summary judgment and numerous other discovery and evidentiary matters in New Jersey and New York courts. Committed to leveraging comprehensive legal knowledge to effectively meet the needs of clients to produce the best possible outcome.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate
Lenox, Socey, Formidoni, Giordano, Lang, Carrigg & Casey, LLC
Lawrenceville, NJ
02.2026 - Current
- Specialize in insurance defense litigation, addressing diverse cases including auto accidents, premises liability, products liability, medical malpractice, and varied education matters ensuring thorough representation for clients across various legal domains.
- Oversee all phases of case development, from initial inception to trial readiness, showcasing proficiency in strategic planning and meticulous attention to detail throughout the litigation process.
- Conduct extensive depositions of both parties as well as lay and expert witnesses, focusing particularly on medical testimony, facilitating informed settlement negotiations and agreements for favorable outcomes.
Associate
Freeman Law Offices, LLC
Princeton, NJ
05.2024 - Current
- Championed due process hearings, mediations, and Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and Section 504 plan meetings, strategically advocating for clients' rights to a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) within the least restrictive environment.
- Formulated legal pleadings and motions to enforce the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD), and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act in Administrative Law and Federal courts, leveraging legal expertise to uphold the rights of individuals with disabilities and ensure equitable access to education.
- Pioneered advocacy efforts on behalf of college students to secure accommodations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, highlighting expertise in higher education matters.
- Successfully argued multiple motions for summary judgment in both the Administrative Law and Superior Court of New Jersey, addressing a broad spectrum of discovery issues in accordance with the New Jersey Rules of Court, the New Jersey Statutes Annotated, and the New Jersey Administrative Code.
- Engineered guardianship applications and successfully argued for clients' appointment as guardians before the Surrogate Courts of New Jersey.
Principal
Sharyn J. Gallatin, PLLC
Wyckoff, NJ
03.2002 - 05.2024
- Orchestrated comprehensive legal operations for a solo practice specializing in special needs advocacy, residential real estate and estate planning, encompassing client representation, communication, document preparation, court appearances, marketing, billing, and firm management, ensuring optimal support for special needs individuals and their families.
- Navigated due process hearings, mediations, and educational planning meetings, advocating effectively for clients' rights to a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) within the least restrictive environment, fostering inclusive learning environments.
- Facilitated productive communication among stakeholders, including superintendents, special education directors, and school officials, to enhance Section 504 and Individualized Education Plans, promoting collaborative partnerships for the child's best interests.
- Drafted legal pleadings and motions to enforce the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) in Federal court, utilizing legal expertise to uphold the rights of individuals with disabilities and ensure equitable access to education.
- Conceived comprehensive estate plans, including Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Revocable Living Trusts, safeguarding clients' long-term assets in probate matters and providing peace of mind for future financial security.
Associate
Wade Clark Mulcahy
New York, NY
09.2000 - 03.2002
- Specialized in insurance defense litigation, addressing diverse cases including auto accidents, premises liability, products liability, and medical malpractice, ensuring thorough representation for clients across various legal domains.
- Oversaw all phases of case development, from initial inception to trial readiness, showcasing proficiency in strategic planning and meticulous attention to detail throughout the litigation process.
- Conducted extensive depositions of both parties as well as lay and expert witnesses, focusing particularly on medical testimony, facilitating informed settlement negotiations and agreements for favorable outcomes.
- Advocated for insurers' interests by persuasively presenting arguments in numerous motions at the trial level, reinforcing clients' claims and positions within the legal framework.
- Enhanced trial preparedness and organization by carefully preparing jury selection questionnaires, exhibit lists, examination questions, and other pre-trial materials, ensuring seamless proceedings and bolstering overall trial effectiveness.
Judicial Law Clerk
Superior Court of New Jersey
Hackensack, NJ
09.1999 - 09.2000
- Supported civil trial court judges in all aspects of judicial operations, ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of the courtroom and contributing to the timely resolution of legal matters.
- Conducted comprehensive research and analysis on cases pending before the Court, providing valuable insights and recommendations to the judge to aid in informed decision-making across diverse legal issues.
- Collaborated with counsel to facilitate conferences as directed by chambers, promoting effective communication and dialogue to address key legal issues and foster fair and equitable resolutions.
- Drafted legal memoranda and judicial decisions on personal injury, product liability, and contractual matters, assisting the judge in rendering well-reasoned and judicious outcomes.
- Contributed to the refinement of judicial processes by reviewing and discussing motions submitted for ruling and preparing civil jury instructions tailored to various tort matters, ensuring clarity and accuracy in legal instructions for trial proceedings.
Education
Juris Doctor -
Fordham University School of Law
New York, NY05.1999
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Montclair State University
Upper Montclair, NJ01.1996
Skills
- Legal Research
- Trial Preparation
- Judicial Procedure
- Legal Writing
- Case Management
- Drafting Legal Documents
- Advocacy
- Negotiation
- Organization
- Communication
- Litigation
- Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- New York Bar Admission
- New Jersey Bar Admission
- Pennsylvania Bar Admission
- Michigan Bar Admission
- United States Supreme Court Bar Admission
Timeline
Associate
Lenox, Socey, Formidoni, Giordano, Lang, Carrigg & Casey, LLC
02.2026 - Current
Associate
Freeman Law Offices, LLC
05.2024 - Current
Principal
Sharyn J. Gallatin, PLLC
03.2002 - 05.2024
Associate
Wade Clark Mulcahy
09.2000 - 03.2002
Judicial Law Clerk
Superior Court of New Jersey
09.1999 - 09.2000
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Montclair State University
Juris Doctor -
Fordham University School of Law