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SJM_LegalProfessionals_12_25_REG1_Profile ( Dept . ) 12 / 17 / 25 8 : 58 AM Page 3 SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION LEGAL PROFESS IONALS RYAN HURD PERSONAL INJURY AND PRODUCT LIABILITY Since beginning his legal career in 2007 , Ryan Hurd has established himself manufacturer for a defective gun design , a $ 7 million settlement from a tractor as one of the region’s foremost attorneys with regard to personal injury and trailer collision , a $ 4 million settlement for an injured bicyclist , and a $ 6 million product liability cases . An active trial lawyer practicing in both Pennsylvania settlement against a car manufacturer for a defective seatbelt . In addition to and New Jersey , Hurd is well - versed on how to navigate the complicated his work locally , he’s also handled cases in New York , Florida , Delaware , road that often surrounds these matters and his track record speaks for itself . Georgia , Massachusetts , Oklahoma , West Virginia and New Hampshire . His strong desire to help others can be traced back to Hurd’s childhood Hurd has received several honors within the legal community , including when he suffered from complications of a spinal cord defect which was not being named as one of the peer - selected Super Lawyers of Pennsylvania , an properly treated . This first - hand experience ignited a deep passion to fight for accolade reserved for the top 5 % of all attorneys in the state . He was also those who were similarly hurt by others ’ negligence . After graduating from chosen by the National Trial Lawyers for its list of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Franklin & Marshall College in 2003 , Hurd obtained his law degree from Vil - Pennsylvania . lanova University School of Law . He currently practices with the nationally A South Jersey native , Hurd resides in Burlington County with his beauti - recognized personal injury firm Saltz Mongeluzzi Bendesky . ful wife who is a pediatric dentist and his two sons . “ After a person experiences a devastating personal tragedy , they must “ If you have been injured , or a family member has been injured or killed , then face multi - national corporations with enormous resources . They need because of the negligence of some other person , business , government or someone with the resources to fight back , who’s not afraid to try the case , other institution , call me . We treat each of our clients specially because we and with a track record of success . When a tough case requires skilled trial understand that their life and future depend on how well we do for them . ” lawyers with the ability to take on the biggest companies and insurers and win , accident victims and their families turn to us for help . ” With a passion to fight for his clients and a deep understanding of the No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey . Case results may vary law , Hurd has successfully represented hundreds of injured victims . Some of depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances . Hurd’s more notable cases include a $ 11 million jury verdict against a gun A F F I L I AT I O N S : C O N TA C T I N F O : New Jersey Association for Justice , SALTZ MONGELUZZI BENDESKY P.C . Pennsylvania Association for Justice , Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association . 8000Sagemore Drive , Suite 8303 | Marlton , NJ 08053 Office : ( 856 ) 751 - 8383 | Cell : ( 717 ) 333 - 4873 | www.smbb.com SOUTH JERSEY MAGAZINE volume 22 issue 9 SouthJerseyMagazine.com 38 |

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SJM_LegalProfessionals_12_25_REG1_Profile ( Dept . ) 12 / 17 / 25 1 : 42 PM Page 4 SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION LEGAL PROFESS IONALS | MELISSA FECAK , ESQ . DIVORCE & FAMILY LAW With an unexpected path into family law after earning a BFA in Toy Design from the Fashion Institute of Technology , Melissa Fecak , Esq . discovered her passion not in courtroom battles , but in helping families navigate divorce with dignity . After a decade in traditional family law , she realized it wasn’t the law she disliked — it was how divorces were being handled . This realization led her to dedicate the past 15 years to mediation and collaborative divorce through her firm , South Jersey Divorce Solutions , Melissa Fecak , Esq . LLC . Melissa believes families deserve respectful , out - of - court options that preserve relationships and reduce conflict . In these processes , spouses have the space to speak openly about their goals , fears , and why — something the courtroom simply cannot offer . Her book , Who’s Packing Your Divorce Parachute ? , reflects her mission to help couples understand these alternatives and avoid turning their separation into “ World War III . ” Blending creativity from her art background with sharp analytical C O N TA C T I N F O : skills , Melissa crafts tailored , future - focused solutions for each family . SOUTH JERSEY Known for her humor , deep listening , and calming approach , she guides DIVORCE SOLUTIONS , MELISSA FECAK , ESQ . clients through emotional transitions with compassion , clarity , and control . LLC . 16 N . Centre St . 2nd Fl . Merchantville , NJ 08109 ( 856 ) 733 - 0229 sjdivorcesolutions.com | PETER J . BANFE MATRIMONIAL LAW For over twenty years , Peter has specialized in family law matters including divorce , alimony , child sup - port , equitable distribution , custody , parenting time , visitation , relocation , prenuptial agreements , domestic violence , and college contribution issues in both pre - divorce and post - divorce cases . Peter has signifi - cant experience appearing before various New Jersey Family Courts and regularly appears in the follow - ing counties : Burlington , Camden , Gloucester , Atlantic , and Cape May . Peter is a Martindale Hubbell Preeminent rated attorney . He has been nominated as a “ Best Family Lawyer ” in the category of Alimony in the past by South Jersey Magazine as well as an “ Awesome Attor - ney ” in the category of Matrimonial / Divorce Law in the same publication in prior years . Peter has also been nominated as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers Magazine in multiple past years . Peter prides himself on working directly with all of his clients to develop and implement an individual strategy to deliver the best results for each client . He remains committed to always being responsive to his client’s concerns and puts the highest value upon guiding them through C O N TA C T I N F O : one of the most difficult times in their lives . DELORENZO , BRADLEY AND BANFE LLC Peter J . Banfe 72 E . 2nd Street Moorestown , NJ 08057 ( 856 ) 234 - 2022 dbbnjlaw.com | MEGAN KNOWLTON BALNE BUSINESS LAW Megan Knowlton Balne brings a distinctive blend of advocacy , strategy , and client connection to her liti - gation practice at Hyland Levin Shapiro . Drawn to the law as a way to merge her background in theater and history , Balne found litigation to be a natural outlet for research , storytelling , and persuasive public speaking . Over time , her practice has evolved to include a strong focus on employment law , alongside business and real estate litigation , allowing her to balance courtroom advocacy with proactive counseling for business clients . Across all areas of her practice , Balne is guided by a commitment to helping clients build and protect what matters most to them . Whether advising business owners , guiding clients through real estate dis - putes tied to long - term visions , or addressing employment issues that impact people on a personal level , she emphasizes practical solutions aligned with each client’s goals . In commercial disputes , she keeps clients focused on the end game , helping them avoid getting lost in litiga - tion minutiae . C O N TA C T I N F O : Balne also advises nonprofit organizations on maintaining compliance HYLAND LEVIN while remaining mission - driven , emphasizing financial accountability and SHAPIRO LLP Megan Knowlton Balne strong board governance . Known for her collaborative , transparent 6000Sagemore Drive approach , she ensures clients are active participants in strategy and deci - Suite 6301 sion - making , making even complex legal matters more manageable and Marlton , NJ 08053 goal - oriented . Phone : ( 856 ) 355 - 2936 Fax : ( 856 ) 355 - 2901 SOUTH JERSEY MAGAZINE volume 22 issue 9 SouthJerseyMagazine.com | 39

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