Category Archive: Firm News

Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C. is proud to announce the recent recognition of two of our attorneys, Partner Sophia Soraya and Senior Associate Joseph Stimmel, who have both been named to the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 list for 2025. This distinguished honor is awarded to a select group of attorneys across the country who exemplify excellence in the courtroom, leadership in the legal profession, and dedication to justice.

What Is the Top 40 Under 40?

The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 is an invitation-only professional read more

    Fighting for justice, transforming lives, and reshaping the narrative of personal injury law.

A National Spotlight on Traumatic Brain Injury

Dawn Pinnisi—co-founder of Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C.—is a proud member of the National Traumatic Brain Injury Association, a leading authority on advocacy, education, and legal support for individuals impacted by traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). This is a reflection of Ms. Pinnisi’s powerful role in bridging legal expertise with deep compassion.

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Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C. Obtains $2,225,075.00 Jury Verdict

As published in Verdict Search: Desmond v. East Main Street Property Inc. - published report On February 18, 2025, following a two-week jury trial in New York City, Joseph Stimmel of Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C. secured a $2.25 million verdict in favor of the Firm’s clients who sustained injuries as a result of a trip and fall accident. The Firm’s client suffered a traumatic brain injury and chronic post-concussion syndrome because of the accident, which significantly read more

At Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C., we are thrilled to announce that our firm has been recognized as one of the Top 4 Finalists in the 2025 Best of Bergen Community Choice Awards for the category of Best Law Firm! This incredible honor is a testament to our firm's unwavering commitment to excellence in legal representation and our dedication to serving the Bergen County community.

A Recognition That Speaks Volumes

Each year, the Best of Bergen Awards, presented by 201 Magazine

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Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C. is pleased to announce the addition of Adam H. Bouvier to our team as a litigation associate. Mr. Bouvier's practice will focus on personal injury, employment, commercial, and other civil litigation matters, representing clients in both New Jersey and New York.

Adam H. Bouvier

Before joining our firm, Mr. Bouvier was an associate at a well-respected regional law firm, where he practiced in the corporate and mergers & acquisitions (M&A) departments. Throughout his career, he has successfully represented read more

We are excited to announce that our Senior Associate attorney, Joseph Stimmel, recently received the George G. Campion Award for Excellence from the Brennan-Vanderbilt Trial Inn of Court. The trial attorneys and judges from the Inn of Court voted for Joe to receive this award upon his completion of the Inn’s two-year trial training program. The award was given “in recognition of your commitment to the betterment of the legal profession via volunteerism, professionalism, and a passion for learning.” Joe looks forward to further advancing his skills read more

$5 Million NY Medical Malpractice Settlement where the surgeon chose not to take the time to do a complete and thorough consultation and instead performed an unnecessary surgery, which left a 54-year-old man with serious and permanent injuries.

Medical Malpractice $5M Settlement

Dawn M. Pinnisi successfully secured a $5 Million Settlement against a NYC hospital and surgeon. It was alleged that not only did the surgeon perform an unnecessary surgery because the surgeon failed to take the time to do a complete and thorough consultation and read more

We are thrilled to announce the grand opening of Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C.'s new office located in Paramus, New Jersey! This expansion marks a significant milestone in our mission to provide exceptional legal services to a broader clientele. Our new location is strategically positioned to serve New Jersey residents' diverse legal needs, offering expert representation in personal injury, civil litigation, commercial litigation, and real estate law. At Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C., we pride ourselves on our dedication to client success and our read more