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Falcon Rappaport & Berkman welcomes Christopher Warren to launch AI-Native law office as New Jersey Managing Partner and Co-Chair of AI Practice Group. May 04, 2026 Falcon Rappaport & Berkman ("FRB") is pleased to announce that Christopher Warren has joined the firm as New Jersey Managing Partner and Co-Chair of the firm's Artificial Intelligence Practice Group. In conjunction with Warren's arrival, FRB is launching its Newark office at 3 Gateway Center that will operate as an AI-Native incubator for the firm. Warren co-chairs the AI Practice Group alongside FRB Co-Managing Partner Moish Peltz. A leading voice on AI governance and legal ethics, Warren serves on the New Jersey Supreme Court District VI Ethics Committee for the 2025-2029 term, chairs the Artificial Intelligence Committee of the Hudson County Bar Association, and serves on the New Jersey State Bar Association's Committee on Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Data Privacy. He is pursuing AIGP and CIPP/US credentials through the International Association of Privacy Professionals. Warren writes and speaks frequently on translating ethical guidance into practical, defensible compliance frameworks for the modern practice of law, with a focus on the ethical obligations of competence, diligence, confidentiality and privilege, communication, supervision, and candor as AI becomes embedded in legal workflows. He also hosts the Moral Machine podcast and blog exploring how emerging technologies are reshaping law, business, and society, from AI ethics and business challenges to the future of work. "Chris is an exceptional thought leader and one of the most passionate voices on AI governance and legal ethics," said Kenneth Falcon, Co-Managing Partner of FRB. "The Newark office represents the next chapter of our firm's growth, and Chris is exactly the right person to lead it. His combination of management experience and commitment to responsible innovation aligns perfectly with FRB's vision for the future of the practice of law." The Newark office serves as FRB's native-AI incubator, developing agentic AI tools to improve both the client and attorney service experience. The firm has already adopted AI tools at scale, including a firmwide license with Harvey, and enterprise licenses with OpenAI and Anthropic. The firm has also developed robust internal governance to guide responsible and effective use of AI. The Newark office will serve as the operational hub for advancing these capabilities across the firm, as well as guide the firm's representation of entrepreneurs that are embracing AI to grow their businesses. "Chris is joining a firm that believes that AI belongs embedded inside the practice of law, not on the sidelines," said Moish Peltz, Co-Managing Partner and Co-Chair of the AI Practice Group. "We have successfully rolled out AI tools over the past couple of years, including increasingly integrating those tools into our legal workflows. But we also recognize that we will need to redouble our efforts to fully embrace the power that these AI native tools unlock. We are thrilled to have Chris join us to help build out these capabilities." Before joining FRB, Warren combined his boutique New York City litigation practice into a New Jersey mid-size firm, where he served on the firm's Executive Management Committee and managed the firm's New York City office. A former licensed securities professional and entrepreneur, Warren brings a pragmatic, business-minded approach to litigation and client counseling. "FRB is doing the work I have been writing about," said Warren. "A firmwide Harvey license, real internal governance, and attorneys who are shipping the work and governing it at the same time. The opportunity to build a native-AI office from the ground up, alongside Moish and this team, is the reason I made the move. A law firm's first client is its attorneys. We are building accordingly." Warren holds a J.D., cum laude, from New York Law School (2013), where he served on the Executive Board of the New York Law School Law Review, with a concentration in Business and Securities Law. He is admitted to practice in New York and New Jersey and before the United States Supreme Court, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, and the U.S. District Courts for the Southern District of New York, the Eastern District of New York, and the District of New Jersey, Newark Vicinage. Warren is a business litigator with over a decade of experience representing business owners, investors, and executives in high-stakes disputes across New York and New Jersey state and federal courts, as well as in arbitration before the American Arbitration Association, JAMS, and FINRA. His practice concentrates on complex commercial disputes, including shareholder and partnership conflicts, business dissolutions, breach of fiduciary duty and accounting claims, and business-to-business contract litigation. Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP is a full-service business law firm proudly advising clients on their most complex matters. FRB differentiates itself by approaching matters with a level of depth and variety of skills unmatched by typical advisors, following through on a firmwide commitment to excellent service, offering access to thought leaders in numerous areas of professional practice, and partnering with clients to develop and achieve their legal, business, and personal objectives.

FRB recognized in M&A Today - Global Awards - 2026 for Best Law Practice Firm of the Year - United States. Mar 16, 2026 Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP (FRB) is proud to announce that the firm has been recognized by the M&A Today - Global Awards 2026 as Best Law Practice Firm of the Year - 2026 - United States. This honor reflects FRB's strength in mergers and acquisitions, where the firm regularly guides lower and middle-market companies through complex transactions, from diligence and negotiation to deal structure and tax considerations. FRB represents start-ups, emerging and established companies, entrepreneurs, founders, investors, family offices, and private investment funds, and is frequently entrusted with clients' most important deals. FRB's M&A work is also representative of the firm's broader Corporate & Securities capabilities, including succession and exit planning, corporate governance and outside general counsel support, company formation and growth-stage matters, and private financings - backed by deep experience across business taxation and key compliance and regulatory issues that often shape successful transactions. FRB is honored by this recognition and remains focused on delivering practical, business-minded counsel in high-stakes matters where timelines are tight. To discuss how FRB can support your business through a transaction, please contact Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP today.

Deep Bench Briefings recap: "AI Policy Checkup" Mar 05, 2026 FRB recently launched the Deep Bench Briefings, a webinar series designed for Founders, CEOs, General Counsels, and Chief Legal Officers who need actionable, business-first legal guidance without the fluff. In its first session, "AI Policy Checkup," FRB's Moish Peltz (Co-Managing Partner, Co-Chair of the Artificial Intelligence Practice Group), Jeffrey Berkman (Founding Partner and Chair of the Corporate & Securities Practice Group), and Alexander Migliorini (Senior Corporate Associate) tackled one of the most urgent issues facing businesses today: how to use AI responsibly without creating avoidable legal risk. Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP focused on the evolving AI regulatory landscape, where AI liability actually arises inside organizations, and how to build practical, defensible AI governance. The message was clear: AI is already embedded in your business. The question is whether your policies have caught up. The legal landscape is moving quickly. AI regulation is developing rapidly at the state and international levels. While the U.S. does not yet have a comprehensive federal AI statute, companies must navigate emerging state laws and global frameworks. The EU AI Act is particularly influential. Much like GDPR reshaped privacy practices worldwide, the EU AI Act is setting a global tone for how AI risk is categorized and regulated. Even U.S.-based businesses may be impacted if they serve EU customers, work with EU contractors, or operate internationally. Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP also discussed governance frameworks like NIST's AI Risk Management Framework, which provide structure for identifying, documenting, and mitigating AI risk. Even when not legally required, these frameworks help demonstrate that an organization has implemented thoughtful oversight, and identifies leaders within an organization who will work to evangelize best practices. Bottom line: AI governance cannot be reactive. The regulatory environment is evolving too fast. "Do you know if you're using AI?" One of the most important questions raised during the session was simple: Do you actually know where AI is being used in your organization? AI is increasingly embedded in everyday tools, whether Google Workspace, MS365,email platforms, document systems, meeting software, and search functions. Even if employees are not actively prompting ChatGPT, they may still be using AI-enabled features running in the background. This creates risk in several areas: * Contractual exposure: Many older commercial agreements or vendor agreements are silent on AI use. Newer agreements may restrict it. * Data exposure: Employees bypassing enterprise safeguards and using personal AI accounts can inadvertently upload confidential or sensitive information outside enterprise controls. Data shows that this "shadow AI" usage is widespread. Data shows that this "shadow AI" usage is hadow AI" usage is wide. The takeaway: governance starts with visibility. Companies need to map what tools are in use and establish clear rules for approved platforms and data handling. Where AI liability actually appears. AI risk typically does not come from dramatic scenarios. It arises from ordinary business relationships, with customers, vendors, and employees. Customer-Facing AI If a chatbot provides incorrect information, the company, not the software, is responsible. Its attorneys discussed a real-world example where an airline was held accountable after its chatbot misrepresented fare policies. AI outputs used externally must be reviewed and monitored. "The system said it" is not a legal defense. Vendor Risk Vendors using AI tools on your data can create exposure if safeguards are unclear or sloppy. At the same time, your internal AI use may conflict with your contractual commitments, as expressed in vendor or customer agreements. Companies should approach AI vendor diligence the way privacy diligence evolved: review policies, understand training practices, confirm retention rules, and clarify accountability. Employee and Contractor Risk Employees will use AI, especially if they believe it increases efficiency. If no enterprise-approved tools are available, they may default to personal accounts with weaker protections. AI policies must meet employees where they are, and cover not only employees but also independent contractors and vendors. Otherwise, a major governance gap remains. Transcription, Discovery, and Privilege Risks One particularly practical discussion centered on AI transcription tools, especially in board and executive meetings. AI-generated transcripts may become discoverable in litigation. Even casual brainstorming conversations can create risk if transcripts reflect knowledge or intent that later becomes relevant in a dispute. There is no one-size-fits-all answer on transcription. Instead, organizations should decide: * When transcription is appropriate * Where transcripts are stored * How long they are retained * Who reviews and verifies them before distribution Clear guardrails are essential. Common AI Policy Blind Spots Many early AI policies were drafted quickly when generative AI first gained mainstream attention. Those policies may now be outdated. Frequent blind spots include: * No designated leader being responsible and accountable for an organization's AI governance * No dynamic list of approved tools * No accounting for background AI tools that are embedding in other software * No rules governing confidential or client data * No requirement for human review of outputs * No alignment with other workplace, privacy, IP, risk mitigation, or document retention policies A written policy that is not implemented or enforced provides little protection. In some cases, it can increase exposure if practices do not match stated controls. Its attorneys also discussed the importance of planning for AI incidents, just as companies prepare for data breaches. If AI-generated content causes harm or error, organizations should have a response structure in place. Insurance and Forward Planning AI risk intersects with cyber, E&O, and D&O coverage. As AI-related claims increase, insurers may refine exclusions or introduce AI-specific policies. Companies should review existing coverage to understand what is protected and where gaps may exist. Key takeaways. AI is already integrated into daily workflows. Organizations that succeed will: * Map how AI is being used * Align governance with privacy and contract obligations * Require human oversight * Vet vendors carefully * Update policies continuously AI governance is not about slowing innovation. It is about protecting the business while enabling it to move forward confidently and rapidly. Its next Deep Bench Briefings session, "AI at Work: Emerging Employment Risks Exposed by AI Adoption," is on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET. As AI tools become more common in the workplace, employers must adapt their handbooks and workplace policies to address new legal and operational risks. This session will cover: * Updating employee handbooks to account for AI use * Compliance and oversight considerations * Employment law risks, including bias and discrimination * Confidentiality and intellectual property concerns * Building effective AI policies within the employment context If you have questions about your organization's AI policies or would like guidance on building a practical AI governance framework, reach out to FRB's Artificial Intelligence Practice Group. Its attorneys are ready to help you navigate the evolving regulatory landscape and protect your business.