Attorneys and Staff

Our Attorneys

Scott D. Grossman

Scott D. Grossman – Founder & Head Attorney

Prior to launching The Grossman Law Firm, Scott spent numerous years working in various personal injury law firms across the state. The firm’s motto, “Because It’s Personal,” comes straight from Scott’s approach to lawyering, which is dedicated to personally getting to know his clients and their family.
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Admitted or Appeared before:

  • The United States Court Of Military Appeals
  • The United States Court Of Appeals for the Third Circuit
  • New Jersey Superior Court, Appellate Division
  • The United States District Court, District of New Jersey
  • State of New Jersey, 1997

Jennifer H. Ruhl

Jennifer H. Ruhl – Partner Attorney

Jennifer concentrates her practice in complex mass tort, class actions, wrongful death, personal injury and products liability. Jennifer works to wholeheartedly know each and every person she works with. Clients can expect Jennifer to always be fighting for them, always be on top of their case, and to always be communicative.
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  • Named “New Jersey Super Lawyers Rising Star” for the past six years by New Jersey Monthly Magazine, an honor that only 2.5% of all lawyers in New Jersey receive annually
  • Top 40 attorneys under the age of 40, The National Trial Lawyers Association, 2012
  • Member of the New Jersey State Bar Association, the National Trial Lawyers Association and the American Association for Justice
  • New Jersey Law Journal’s “New Leaders of The Bar,” 2013

Erin Mullen

Erin Mullen – Attorney

Erin is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of her clients. For her, it is not just about the law; it’s about people and their unique stories and challenges. She takes the time to listen her client’s concerns, goals, and fears to be a strong advocate for her clients and to better help her clients navigate the complexities of the legal system.
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  • Admitted, New Jersey Bar
  • Admitted, The United States District Court of New Jersey. 
  • Member, New Jersey State Bar Association, Monmouth County Bar Association, and Ocean County Bar Association.

Melissa Peace

Melissa Peace – Attorney

Melissa has exclusively practiced personal injury law since 2012 and is proud to represent clients in a wide range of cases, including motor vehicle accidents, tractor-trailer collisions, slip and falls, dog bites, and medical malpractice. She is committed to providing clear, patient, and compassionate guidance throughout every step of the way.
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  • Member, New Jersey Bar Association
  • Admitted, New Jersey State Bar, Pennsylvania State Bar, New York State Bar
  • J.D. cum laude

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Anthony Paolucci – Attorney

Anthony devotes 100% of his practice to representing people who have been hurt because of someone else’s negligence. He prepares every case as if it will go to trial, ensuring his clients are always in the strongest possible position, whether the case settles or reaches a jury.
Learn more about Anthony
  • Admitted, New Jersey Bar Association
  • Rutgers University, B.A.
  • Delaware Law School, J.D.

Our Staff

The staff at The Grossman Law Firm work closely with attorneys and clients to assist in all aspects of clients’ cases. They are compassionate and empathetic and truly love helping people.

Nancy Murtagh – Paralegal

Nancy Murtagh – Paralegal

I love my job as a paralegal for The Grossman Law Firm. I genuinely strive to provide the best service and care…

Karla Portillo – Paralegal

Karla Portillo – Paralegal

I have been working at The Grossman Law Firm since 2011. I was born and raised in El Salvador before…

Bari Schwadel-Ludwig – Paralegal

Bari Schwadel-Ludwig – Senior Paralegal

I am a Paralegal here at The Grossman Law Firm. I enjoy coming to the office every day and working with people…

Faith Alicandro – Paralegal

Faith Alicandro – Paralegal

I have been a paralegal at The Grossman Law Firm for years. Our clients are our priority, and we aim to be…

Tara Gates - Client Coordinator

Tara Gates – Client Coordinator

I am a Client Coordinator at The Grossman Law Firm and the first point of contact between a potential client and our firm….

Julie Downes – Medical Coding and Billing Analyst

Julie Downes – Medical Coding and Billing Analyst

I’ve been with The Grossman Law Firm since the begining in 2003! I’ve worked behind the scenes on number PIP arbitration cases…

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