Franceska concentrates her practice on the defense of civil matters including general liability, premises liability, automobile liability, insurance coverage, and bad faith litigation. She works with clients across various industries, supporting the development of thorough, effective strategies to defend against civil claims and minimize legal exposure.
Before joining Hoagland Longo, Franceska served as a law clerk to the Honorable Stuart A. Minkowitz, A.J.S.C., in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Morris/Sussex Counties. During her clerkship, she gained valuable insight into the judicial process and developed a strong foundation in civil procedure and motion practice.
Franceska earned her Juris Doctor from Touro University Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center, where she served as a Research Assistant to the Senior Vice President and Provost. She also gained practical experience in mediation through the Matrimonial Mediation Clinic. While in law school, she worked as a Senior Capital Compliance Analyst for NJ Transit, researching pending state and federal regulations and their impact on NJ Transit's Capital Programs projects. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Rutgers University in 2014 and is admitted to practice in New Jersey.
Areas of Focus
General Liability
- Defense of individuals and businesses in personal injury and property damage claims
- Representation in cases involving alleged negligence and other tort claims
Premises Liability
- Defense of property owners and managers in claims arising from accidents on their premises
- Handling of slip and fall incidents, inadequate security claims, and other premises-related matters
Automobile Liability
- Representation of clients in motor vehicle accident claims
- Defense against allegations of negligence and liability in auto-related incidents
Insurance Coverage and Bad Faith Litigation
- Analysis and interpretation of insurance policies in coverage disputes
- Defense of insurers against bad faith claims and other related litigation
Awards
- CALI Award for Best Oral Argument in Spring 2020
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