LEBANON, NJ / ACCESS Newswire / May 19, 2026 / Anthony P. Kearns, Managing Partner of Kearns Rotolo Law is proud to announce that Christopher J. Vaccaro, Esq. has been named a partner with the Firm.

Mr. Vaccaro joined Kearns Rotolo Law in 2022 to focus primarily on the areas of Criminal Defense and DUI. He possesses a solid background in criminal law, having formerly served as a Hunterdon County Assistant Prosecutor, a position he held for approximately seven years. With this experience, Mr. Vaccaro brought to the Firm a unique insight into the criminal court process.

Mr. Kearns said, "Chris was a tremendous asset to me when I served as the Hunterdon County Prosecutor. He continues to be a tremendous advocate for our clients in private practice. His assent to partner is a well-deserved accomplishment."

"We are happy to welcome Chris into this new role," said Victor A. Rotolo, the Firm's founding partner. "We are confident he will continue to positively represent our Firm and serve our client's well."

While at the Prosecutor's office, Mr. Vaccaro gained valuable experience with the narcotics, juvenile, major crimes, and special victims' units and served as legal advisor of the Professional Standards & Internal Affairs Bureau. He has been named to the New Jersey Rising Stars list for four consecutive years and was also selected to membership in the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 list.

"I'm greatly appreciative of being chosen a partner at Kearns Rotolo Law," Mr. Vaccaro stated. "I look forward to continuing protecting the rights and best interests of our clients, by giving each case the individual attention it deserves and applying the proven legal tactics and cost-effective strategies best suited to each client's unique situation."

Mr. Vacarro is a 2014 graduate of the City University of New York School of Law and holds membership in the American, New Jersey State, New York State, and Hunterdon County bar associations. He is currently the President of the Hunterdon County Bar Association. In addition to criminal defense and DUIs, Mr. Vaccaro will continue to handle matters of domestic violence, municipal court and motor vehicle violations for the Firm.

Kearns Rotolo Law is a full-service Hunterdon County law firm offering legal services in the areas of criminal defense, personal injury and accidents, divorce and family law, DUIs, and estate matters. The Firm, which has offices in Lebanon and Flemington, serves clients primarily in Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren counties and surrounding areas, and can be reached at 908-534-7900. For more information, visit https://www.kearnsrotololaw.com.

SOURCE: Kearns Rotolo Law