Marie L. Mathews Named Managing Member of CSG Law
Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi (CSG Law) is pleased to announce the appointment of Marie Mathews as its Managing Member, effective January 1, 2025. Marie will succeed Patricia K. Costello, A.J.S.C. (ret.), who has held the position of Managing Member since 2022.
During her tenure as Managing Member, Pat shepherded the firm through a variety of milestones – the return to office following the COVID pandemic, the transition to its new headquarters at 105 Eisenhower Parkway in Roseland, the modernization of many of the firm’s practices and policies and continued smart growth in both revenue and headcount. Pat will continue her leadership role in the firm by serving on the Executive Committee.
As Managing Member, Marie will oversee the firm’s 200 attorneys and 150 other professionals who are assigned to the firm’s headquarters office in Roseland, New Jersey, and its rapidly growing location in mid-town Manhattan. Marie has previously served in a variety of management roles at the firm, including as Practice Group Leader of the Litigation Group and Deputy General Counsel to the firm, while also representing a wide array of clients in complex commercial litigation matters throughout the region. Outside of the firm, Marie serves as the President of the Greater Newark Holiday Fund, a charity which, over the years, has contributed more than $12 million toward the betterment of thousands of families in the Garden State.
“I have worked closely with Marie over the years, witnessing first-hand her ability to build consensus, analyze issues and lead effectively,” said Jeff Chiesa, Co-Chair of the Executive Committee. “We look forward to her leadership as we continue to build and grow the firm.”
“I am looking forward to leading the firm through the exciting new opportunities on the horizon, as we continue to grow and build upon our past successes,” said Marie Mathews.
“The Executive Committee is immensely thankful to Pat for her wisdom and the steadiness of her leadership through the past three years,” said Francis J. Giantomasi, Co-Chair of the Executive Committee. “We continue to look to the future and believe Marie will be an excellent leader to help continue our growth trajectory.”
“Serving as Managing Member of the firm at this pivotal time in its history has been a tremendous honor,” stated Pat Costello. “CSG is a special place and I look forward to contributing to its vision by serving on the Executive Committee.”