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Who We Serve

Independent Private Schools

Independent Private Schools
Porzio Education Services is the ultimate support system for private schools, offering a comprehensive suite of services under one roof. Our Education attorneys help ensure a secure and legally compliant learning environment, while our consultants at Porzio Compliance Services (PorzioCS) and lobbyists at Porzio Governmental Affairs (PGA) streamline regulatory compliance and advocacy efforts. With our unique collaborative approach, we enable private schools to navigate the educational landscape seamlessly, empowering them to prioritize their core mission of providing quality education to students.

Services Offered

Porzio Education Services delivers tailored General Counsel support to private schools in New Jersey. Our comprehensive approach encompasses legal guidance, proactive compliance monitoring, strategic policy development, partnerships, advocacy, and access to diverse experience. With a focus on ensuring legal compliance, fostering safe and productive learning environments, and supporting the educational mission, we navigate legal complexities, empowering private schools to focus on delivering quality education.
At Porzio, our Education attorneys specialize in providing comprehensive legal counsel and support to private schools, recognizing the unique challenges and opportunities that these institutions face. We are dedicated to helping our private school clients navigate the complex landscape of educational compliance and support, ensuring that they can deliver a high-quality education while adhering to applicable regulations and best practices. We are committed to serving the diverse needs of private schools, whether they are independent, parochial, or other non-public institutions. We understand that educational compliance is a fundamental aspect of maintaining the trust of students, parents, and stakeholders. Our service is dedicated to providing the necessary guidance and support to help private schools thrive in a competitive educational environment while meeting regulatory and accreditation requirements.
At Porzio, our Education team is unwavering in our dedication to helping you uphold the highest standards of conduct and accountability. We understand that investigatory information can provide you with the tools necessary to make the best, critical decisions. Our investigations are equitable, thorough, and objective. Our goal is to support your efforts towards uncovering truth and ensuring accountability. By fostering such an environment, we aim to inspire trust and confidence in the unimpeachable integrity of our cherished educational institutions.
Porzio’s Education team is deeply committed to enhancing educational opportunities for multilingual students within New Jersey’s diverse educational landscape. We recognize the unique challenges faced by students who are English learners (ELs) and are dedicated to providing comprehensive legal counsel and support to ensure their success. We recognize that each student brings a unique linguistic and cultural background to the classroom, enriching the educational experience for all. For schools seeking to provide equitable support to English learners, Porzio stands as your trusted partner. Together, we can create an educational environment that embraces linguistic diversity, promotes academic excellence, and empowers multilingual learners to achieve their full potential.
At Porzio, we understand that fostering a culturally inclusive and linguistically diverse educational environment is not just a priority, but a responsibility. We are committed to providing comprehensive support and services to educational institutions and organizations seeking to promote multilingual education and serve diverse communities. We believe that linguistic diversity should be celebrated and embraced within the educational landscape. We recognize the unique value that each student brings to the classroom, and we are passionate about supporting educational institutions in creating environments that allow all students to thrive.
As experienced education attorneys, we provide dominant legal representation for schools facing litigation. Whether defending against claims related to special education disputes, student discipline issues, or employment matters, our robust representation and comprehensive strategic counsel is designed to protect our clients’ interests. Our team is well-versed in handling a wide range of cases, including whistleblower, wage and hour, student bullying, Title IX violations, grievances, and harassment and discrimination claims. We work closely with school leaders to ensure they are fully prepared at every stage of litigation, from pre-trial motions to settlement negotiations and court appearances. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges schools face, we strive to resolve disputes swiftly and efficiently while minimizing legal risks and ensuring compliance with state and federal laws.
Porzio Education Services is dedicated to providing comprehensive support in safety and security assessments and planning for educational institutions. We address a wide spectrum of safety challenges, from physical security to cybersecurity, emergency preparedness, and the creation of conducive learning environments. Through meticulous assessments and strategic planning, we help institutions identify vulnerabilities, develop robust emergency response plans, and foster a culture of preparedness. Our commitment extends beyond safeguarding institutions; it aims to create an environment where all members of the educational community can learn and work with confidence and peace of mind.
At Porzio Education Services, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive administrative and training services that empower educational leaders, staff, and educators to excel. We understand that effective administration and continuous professional development are cornerstones of a thriving educational institution. We are deeply committed to supporting the educational community by offering a wide range of services that enhance administrative processes and elevate the knowledge and skills of educational professionals.
Through Porzio’s subsidiary, Porzio Governmental Affairs (PGA), we offer comprehensive government relations support to educational institutions and organizations. PGA is dedicated to helping clients navigate the intricate web of state and local policies, regulations, and legislative processes that impact education. Our practice in state and local government relations support encompasses a wide range of services tailored to the unique needs of educational institutions. We recognize that state and local policies and legislation significantly influence the educational sector. Our service is focused on ensuring that educational organizations can effectively engage with state and local government entities, advocating for policies that promote educational excellence and support their mission.
Meet our Team
The Backbone of Education, Excellence and Empowerment

Janelle Edwards-Stewart

Principal

Vito A. Gagliardi, Jr.

Principal

Kerri A. Wright

Principal

Meet
Our Team

The Backbone of
Education, Excellence
and Empowerment

Janelle Edwards-Stewart

Principal

Kerri A. Wright

Principal

Vito A. Gagliardi, Jr.

Principal

Porzio Education Services is the ultimate support system for private schools, offering a comprehensive suite of services under one roof. Our Education attorneys help ensure a secure and legally compliant learning environment, while our consultants at Porzio Compliance Services (PorzioCS) and lobbyists at Porzio Governmental Affairs (PGA) streamline regulatory compliance and advocacy efforts. With our unique collaborative approach, we enable private schools to navigate the educational landscape seamlessly, empowering them to prioritize their core mission of providing quality education to students.
Independent Private Schools

Please be advised that Porzio, Bromberg & Newman represent the South Brunswick School District and is an exceptional legal firm that has been instrumental in assisting our school district
with personnel matters, negotiations, and all contract work for the past 6 years.

Our experience with them has been nothing short of outstanding, and we are confident that they can provide the same level of expertise and service to your district. Porzio, Bromberg & Newman has consistently demonstrated their reliability and dedication to our school district. They are a firm that delivers on their promises and have shown a deep commitment to meeting our needs promptly and effectively. Whether it is a pressing matter that requires immediate attention or a long-term project, the team at Porzio, Bromberg & Newman has always been available to provide insightful guidance and support. Their insight and expertise in personnel matters have been invaluable to us.

Their legal team possess a deep understanding of the complexities of personnel issues in the education sector. They have successfully navigated us through challenging situations with their strategic advice and deep knowledge of employment law. Further, Porzio, Bromberg & Newman represented my former district, Millstone Township, in the successful defense of a significant send/receive matter.

I wholeheartedly recommend Porzio, Bromberg & Newman to assist your school district. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions or require further information about our experiences with Porzio, Bromberg & Newman. I am more than happy to discuss in more detail.

Matthew A. Clarke

I write about Porzio, Bromberg & Newman and your consideration of their provision of legal services.

At the outset, in my 50+ years in public education, I have never met a more professional and competent team of attorneys. I became a client for educational legal services during my first year in the Springfield Public Schools in 2004. I began our collaboration with Mr. Vito Gagliardi, a principal of the firm. From the beginning, I was aware of the skill and professionalism of the PB&N Law Firm.

During my 16+ years working with PB&N, I was always confident about legal, regulatory, or contractual situations. Mr. Gagliardi and his team offered clear and direct guidance, differentiated solutions, and support as necessary. Additionally, Mr. Gagliardi’s addition of complementary non-legal services to PB&N’s portfolio was helpful in fulfilling state requirements in a variety of other areas. Our success in dealing with contractual, legal, and regulatory issues was unprecedented. Should you wish more clarification, I am willing to discuss specifics to the extent I can, and I am reachable at mad415@aol.com or my cell phone at 973-224-0708.

In closing, despite the professionalism and expertise, this law firm is one of the most cordial and hospitable. Phone calls are returned, messages are delivered, and urgency is appreciated and responded to accordingly. I offer my unconditional recommendation of PB&N Law firm for your consideration.

Matthew A. Clarke

I have partnered with many professionals during my career as School Business Administrator/Board Secretary in Springfield, Union County, and in particular the law firm of Porzio Bromberg and Newman (PBN). I am pleased to write this referral on their behalf.

During my tenure, PBN’s successes in the courtroom had directly impacted the district’s ability to offer cutting edge learning centers for our students. For example, the district
had the good fortune to prevail in suits pertaining to parental challenges of special education placement, which in turn frees-up local funds for our learning environments.

In addition to successes in special education, PBN was instrumental for construction issues including bid challenges, change order request, and contract language disputes.

Considering the amount of funds allocated for such projects, PBN had limited the Board’s exposure for such challenges. In one particular case, PBN negotiated with a contractor a fair settlement, which in reality was favorable for the Board and saved thousands of dollars.
PBN, was also instrumental in the district’s success at the bargaining table with the local education association union. As lead counsel for the Board, a settlement with the
education association union yielded below county compensation averages, contributions to healthcare premiums (which was a novelty at the time), additional teacher scheduled work time and givebacks on FMLA. 

It’s my opinion; PBN is the epitome of “Professionalism”. They work hard, with ethical and moral compass in place, to partner with its client allowing the district to keep the focus on student learning and engagement. 

It is also my opinion that the district benefited for many years having a partner of this magnitude by its side providing good quality guidance in the public-school legal arena.

In my tenure, I can’t think of another firm that could produce such gains for its client.

Matthew A. Clarke