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Eugene T. Paolino
Partner
Jeffrey R. Rich
Partner
Gerard D. Pizzillo
Partner
Matthew Kertz
Partner
Thomas S. Dolan
Bruno Genova
Partner
Of Counsel
OUR CLIENTS
We represent a full range of
developer clients, from emerging
fi rms to some of the largest and most
infl uential developers in the world.
Our clients are actively shaping
the residential and commercial
landscapes of New Jersey’s
Gold Coast and beyond, leading
transformative projects that defi ne
the region’s skyline.
We advise on all aspects of
development, including zoning and
land use approvals, transactional
structuring, fi nancing, regulatory
compliance and litigation. Our
team works closely with developers
handling large-scale mixed-use
projects, high-rise residential towers,
commercial hubs and smaller
boutique developments.
With deep local knowledge and
extensive industry experience,
we help clients navigate complex
municipal, state and federal
regulations, ensuring projects
move forward effi ciently. Whether
pioneering new waterfront
communities or revitalizing urban
spaces, our clients trust us to deliver
strategic legal solutions that drive
their success in one of the nation’s
most competitive real estate markets.
Emily Montagna
Counsel
Marasia D. Jordan
Associate
PROJECT SPOTLIGHT
Genova Burns is proud to be
involved in One Journal Square,
a transformative development
redefi ning Jersey City’s skyline. At
64 stories, this landmark project
will feature 1,700 residential units, a
sprawling entry plaza, retail space and
multilevel garage parking, bringing
new energy and economic growth to
the heart of Journal Square.
As one of the most ambitious
projects in the region, One Journal
Square represents a signifi cant
investment in Jersey City’s future,
CREATIVE SOLUTION
Genova Burns played a pivotal
role in shaping New Jersey’s
largest incentive program,
Aspire, administered by the New
Jersey Economic Development
Authority. Recognizing the
challenges developers faced
in accessing funding, our team
actively participated in legislative
changes that made Aspire tax
credits marketable, signifi cantly
enhancing their value. By
advocating for these critical
modifi cations, we helped unlock
494 Broad Street
Newark, NJ 07102
OUR EXPERTISE
♦ Genova Burns specializes
in commercial real estate:
guiding developers through
zoning, land use, fi nancing
and regulatory challenges to
deliver successful, high-impact
projects across New Jersey.
attracting residents, businesses and
visitors alike. Our fi rm has provided
strategic legal counsel throughout
the development process, navigating
complex zoning, land use and
incentive programs to ensure the
project’s success.
This development is a testament
to the power of forward-thinking
urban planning and public-private
collaboration. By supporting projects
of this scale, Genova Burns continues
to play a key role in shaping the
evolution of New Jersey’s Gold Coast,
fostering sustainable growth and
vibrant communities.
new fi nancing opportunities,
enabling developers to secure
funding more effi ciently. This
change has directly benefi ted
projects along New Jersey’s
Gold Coast and beyond,
fueling economic growth and
urban development. Our deep
understanding of real estate
law, public policy and economic
incentives allows us to craft
creative, strategic solutions
that drive our clients’ success
while shaping the future of
development in the region.