As Cipriani & Werner continues to grow and evolve, we remain focused on delivering the exceptional service, responsiveness, and value our clients have come to expect.
Over the years, we have expanded our geographic footprint, enhanced our capabilities, and invested in the people, systems, and infrastructure necessary to support our clients and attorneys in an increasingly dynamic legal environment. A key component of that investment has been the thoughtful development of a Senior Leadership Team whose collective expertise spans finance, operations, technology, compliance, human resources, recruitment, client management, marketing, and business development.
More than an administrative structure, this team serves as the strategic foundation supporting the Firm's continued evolution. Each leader plays a critical role in strengthening the systems, processes, and initiatives that allow our attorneys to focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional legal service and results for our clients.
Together, this team is helping shape the future of Cipriani & Werner, driving innovation, enhancing operational excellence, supporting sustainable growth, and positioning the Firm for continued success in the years ahead.
We are excited to introduce you to our Senior Leadership Team!
Mark Jackson, Vice President of Finance
Mark oversees the financial strategy and stewardship that underpin the Firm's growth, stability, and long-term success. A Certified Public Accountant with more than 40 years of experience in accounting, financial management, and strategic planning, Mark pilots the Firm's financial accounting and reporting, budgeting and forecasting, treasury functions, and strategic financial initiatives, including merger and acquisition activity. He serves as a key advisor on financial and operational matters supporting the Firm's long-term financial objectives. Prior to joining Cipriani & Werner nearly 20 years ago, Mark worked in public accounting with KPMG and held finance leadership roles within the telecommunications and automotive industries.
Karen Rosella, Director of Finance Technology & Advancement
Karen leads the advancement of financial systems and technology initiatives that enhance reporting, improve efficiency, and support strategic decision-making for the Firm. Karen has more than 20 years of experience in accounting, financial management, and business transformation spanning domestic and international organizations, she has navigated complex financial operations, reporting functions, and strategic initiatives. Her expertise in leveraging technology helps to drive operational excellence and support organizational growth.
Elizabeth Jane "E.J." Fetsick, Director of Human Resources
E.J. leads the Firm's human resources strategy, directing initiatives focused on talent acquisition and management, employee engagement, organizational development, and professional growth. She plays a key role in shaping the Firm's workforce strategy, helping to attract, develop, and retain the talent necessary to support continued growth and operational excellence. With nearly 20 years of experience in human resources and talent management, her background traverses the legal, healthcare, nonprofit, higher education, and financial services sectors. E.J. holds SPHR and SHRM-SCP certifications.
Angela Taylor, Director of Recruitment, Onboarding & Client Management
Angela steers the Firm's recruitment, onboarding, and client management functions, ensuring a seamless experience for both new hires and clients while supporting long-term organizational growth. With more than 25 years of leadership experience in legal operations, she offers a unique perspective shaped by managing outside counsel relationships for a Fortune 100 company and developing innovative talent acquisition, retention, and professional development strategies. Angela is certified in litigation management and continues to advance initiatives that strengthen both the employee and client experience.
Megan Marnie, Director of Operations
Megan directs the operational strategies and processes that support the Firm's continued growth and service delivery. With nearly 30 years of experience in legal administration and law firm operations, she has overseen complex initiatives involving workforce management, technology implementation, process optimization, training and development, and operational integration. Her leadership has helped drive efficiencies, improve collaboration, and build scalable operational solutions that support attorneys, staff, and clients across the Firm.
Tonya B. Johnson, In-House Counsel & Director of Compliance
Tonya is responsible for the Firm's legal, compliance, and governance functions, helping ensure operational integrity while supporting the Firm's continued growth and development. With more than 15 years of leadership experience spanning financial operations, legal affairs, compliance, and strategic planning across complex, multi-entity organizations, she offers a multidisciplinary perspective on risk management and organizational leadership. Her legal background provides deep experience in contract negotiation, regulatory compliance, employment law, and risk mitigation, which she utilizes to strengthen the Firm's governance framework and support strategic business objectives.
Ashley Schwabenbauer, Director of Revenue Operations
Ashley oversees the Firm's revenue operations, driving billing innovation, revenue cycle performance, and client-focused financial solutions. Throughout her career at Cipriani & Werner, she has played an instrumental role in developing billing best practices, advancing technology initiatives, and enhancing service delivery for the Firm's insurance clients. Ashley established the Firm's Requests for Information team and continues to oversee all aspects of revenue operations while developing mutually beneficial billing and service arrangements that support client and Firm success.
Allen Hart, Director of Information Technology
Allen leads the technology and cybersecurity initiative that keeps the Firm secure, connected, and prepared for the future. With more than two decades of leadership experience with law firms, healthcare, transport organizations, and enterprise environments, he possesses extensive expertise in IT governance, cybersecurity, risk management, infrastructure planning, and enterprise technology operations. Allen has a proven track record of building high-performing teams and delivering technology as a strategic business enabler.
Brian Malloy, Director of Marketing & Business Development
Brian leads the Firm's marketing and business development strategy. He is responsible for developing initiatives that strengthen client relationships, enhance market visibility, and support strategic growth. Brian has more than a decade of experience in the legal industry, his background covers client development, strategic marketing, and business development within regional, national, and global law firm environments, where he has partnered with attorneys and firm leadership to expand market presence and deepen client engagement.