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About John N. Vanarthos

About John N. Vanarthos

John N. Vanarthos, a Member of the firm and former Chair, concentrates his practice on business law, mergers & acquisitions, and international law. Since 1987, John’s commitment to catering to the legal needs of businesses, irrespective of their size, has made him a trusted advisor to many.

As a business lawyer, John represents and counsels the firm’s business clients in a wide range of commercial transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other strategic alliances.

John’s expertise encompasses a wide variety of manufacturing and services industries, including substantial experience in the software, life science, food, and flavor/fragrance industries.

His legal guidance extends to the high-tech realm, with profound understanding in technology licensing, information management, and product development. His consultative approach has greatly benefited numerous tech companies in steering through intricate legal landscapes.

In his capacity as the counsel for the US operations of foreign-based corporations, John oversees a spectrum of legal matters. These range from general business operations and contract and tax issues to litigation management and employee relations, ensuring comprehensive legal coverage.

Over the years, John has represented numerous individual entrepreneurs, startups, and emerging growth companies, successfully navigating them from their nascent stages to well-structured exit strategies. His valuable guidance has helped individual entrepreneurs tackle legal hurdles along their business journey.

In addition to his hands-on legal practice, John is an accomplished speaker and author, often sharing insights on a variety of business law topics. His contributions to legal discourse serve to keep our firm’s clients informed and empowered in their business ventures.

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Media

May 11, 2021

Mentioned, “Norris McLaughlin Appoints David Roberts as Chair,”

New Jersey Business Magazine,

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April 14, 2021

Quoted, “‘Totally Comfortable Hiring on Zoom,’ Law Firms Have Kept Lateral Market Active,”

New Jersey Law Journal,

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April 2, 2021

Quoted, “Norris McLaughlin Continues Growth With Two Attys In NJ,”

Law360,

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August 26, 2020

Quoted, “Despite Pandemic Woes, Norris McLaughlin Add Lateral Partners,”

Lawfuel,

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April 19, 2019

Quoted, “Norris McLaughlin Rebuilds NJ Matrimonial & Family Law Department,”

New Jersey Business,

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April 18, 2019

Quoted, “As 2 Leave for Norris McLaughlin, Budd Larner ‘Evaluating Next Steps’,”

New Jersey Law Journal,

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August 2018

Featured, “Award-Winning CEO Strategies Enable, Empower and Energize Successful Teams,”

COMMERCE Magazine,

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August 7, 2018

Quoted, “Norris McLaughlin Names New Chairman, Makes Other Leadership Moves,”

The Legal Intelligencer, Pages 1, 10-11

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August 3, 2018

Quoted, “Vanarthos elected to replace Sorrentino as chair of Norris McLaughlin,”

Lehigh Valley Business,

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August 2, 2018

Mentioned, “Norris McLaughlin, P.A.Names New Chairman, Makes Other Leadership Moves,”

New Jersey Law Journal,

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November 23, 2011

Quoted, “The M&A Motto: Always Be Prepared,”

U.S. 1 Newspaper,

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August 2009

“Strategies for Survival and Success for F&F Middle Market Suppliers,”

Perfumer & Flavorist

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December 2006

China’s Open Door: An Opportunity to Build Relationships Through A Law Firm Network,”

The Metropolitan Corporate Counsel,

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September 2006

Advocating Children’s Best Interests,”

The Metropolitan Corporate Counsel,

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June 28, 2016

"Understanding The Business Risk and Costs of Growing Cybersecurity Threats,"

BOSS Seminar Series, Princeton, NJ,

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June 2, 2015

"Distribution & Sales Agent Agreements: Basic Concepts, Issues & Challenges,"

Norris McLaughlin, P.A., Bridgewater, New Jersey,

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October 4, 2012

"What's Your Business Worth and Why Should You Care?"

Bedminster, NJ,

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November 29, 2011

"Maximizing Value from Your Biggest Asset,"

Norris McLaughlin, P.A., Bridgewater, New Jersey,

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March 25, 2010

Beware! The "Other" Side of the LSRP Program

Norris McLaughlin, P.A., Bridgewater, New Jersey,

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March 21, 2007

"Selling Your Business: Prepare Now For What Lies Ahead,"

New Jersey Office of Norris McLaughlin, P.A.,

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