Capell Barnett Matalon & Schoenfeld Expands Partnership to Advance Strategic Growth

NEW YORK, July 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Capell Barnett Matalon & Schoenfeld LLP ("CBM&S") is excited to announce that J.J. Harwayne and Seth J. Meyer have joined the Firm as Partners, marking a significant step in the firm's ongoing strategy to expand its knowledge base and legal service offerings to individuals and organizations across key practice areas.

As a full-service law firm with offices in New York City, Long Island, and Miami, CBM&S remains committed to building long-term partnerships with individuals, families, businesses, not-for­-profits, and religious organizations. The addition of Harwayne and Meyer reinforces this commitment and supports the firm's strategic growth across all practice areas.

Harwayne, formerly a Partner at Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz, brings deep experience in the not-for-profit sector. She advises private foundations, public charities, trade associations, and donor-advised funds on matters ranging from governance and tax exemptions to lobbying compliance and contractual issues. Her addition enhances CBM&S' already extensive experience in supporting mission-driven organizations with sophisticated, innovative legal counsel.

Meyer expands the firm's litigation and transactional strength with a focus on construction law, commercial business litigation, and real estate disputes. He represents a broad range of clients in the construction, energy, healthcare, and real estate industries. He also advises on corporate and zoning matters. He regularly appears in both state and federal courts in New York and New Jersey. His experience enhances the firm's ability to serve businesses through every phase of their development, growth, and evolution. 

"Welcoming J.J. and Seth into the partnership reflects our intentional investment in building an experienced, multi-disciplinary team that is driven by our clients' evolving needs.", said Renato Matos, Managing Partner. "Their experience aligns with our strategic vision to expand while remaining committed to personalized, quality, and customer-centered service."

"I'm honored to join CBM&S and to work alongside a team that shares my commitment to supporting not-for-profit organizations with integrity and purpose.", said Ms. Harwayne.

"Joining CBM&S gives me the opportunity to expand the reach of my litigation and construction law practice while aligning with a firm that values collaboration and practical problem-solving.", said Mr. Meyer.

Their appointments reinforce Capell Barnett Matalon & Schoenfeld's mission to deliver customized, cost-effective legal solutions grounded in decades of experience and guided by the goals and values of every client served. 

About Capell Barnett Matalon & Schoenfeld LLP

Founded in 2004, CBM&S is a general-practice firm that provides comprehensive legal services from its offices in New York City, Long Island, and Miami. The firm represents clients in matters including tax, trusts & estates, corporate transactions, litigation, real estate, employment, elder law, and not-for-profit/religious organizations.

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