Governor Phil Murphy today announced that his longtime Chief Counsel Parimal Garg will depart the administration next month to work in private practice.
“Parimal Garg has been by my side for the last eight years, from the early days of my first campaign through nearly seven years in the Governor’s Office,” said Murphy. “I relied heavily on Parimal’s advice and counsel on issues from managing a once-in-a-century pandemic to selecting four Supreme Court Justices, and everything in between. No matter the complexity of the challenge, Parimal always thought through every angle of the issue, identified goals, and formulated strategies for achieving them. I am grateful for Parimal’s many years of service and his unwavering friendship, and I know he will excel in this next chapter of his legal career.”
“When I decided to work for Phil Murphy in 2016, I did it with a belief that regardless of his political odds, he was the right person to put New Jersey back on track,” said outgoing Chief Counsel Parimal Garg. “Over the last eight years, he rose to every challenge, whether that meant repairing New Jersey’s finances, taking decisive action to protect public health, or skillfully navigating different federal administrations to advance New Jersey’s interests. I am forever grateful to Governor Murphy for the opportunity to help lead his team, and for his trust and confidence during my four years as Chief Counsel. I know that the Governor, the First Lady, and the entire Murphy administration will spend the next year cementing a record of achievement that is unparalleled in our state’s history.”
Having served as Chief Counsel since October 2020, Garg is the longest serving Chief Counsel to the Governor in New Jersey history. From January 2018 to October 2020, Garg served as Deputy Chief Counsel to the Governor, after having worked as a senior policy advisor on Murphy’s gubernatorial campaign beginning in the summer of 2016.
Previously, Garg served as a litigation associate at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP in Washington, D.C., and as a law clerk to New Jersey Supreme Court Chief Justice Stuart Rabner. He received his B.A. from Georgetown University, magna cum laude, and his J.D. from Harvard Law School, cum laude.
Originally from Lawrenceville, Garg now resides in Montclair.
Garg will depart the Governor’s Office in mid-November. An announcement on his successor will be made prior to his departure.
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On Monday, Governor Phil Murphy announced the resignation of Chief Counsel Parimal Garg from Insider NJ. Garg, who has been serving as the chief legal advisor to the governor since 2018, will be stepping down from his position to pursue other opportunities.
During his time as Chief Counsel, Garg played a key role in shaping the legal strategy of the Murphy administration and advising the governor on a wide range of issues. He was instrumental in helping to navigate the legal challenges faced by the administration, including those related to the COVID-19 pandemic and the state’s response to it.
Garg’s departure comes at a critical time for the Murphy administration, as they continue to grapple with the ongoing challenges posed by the pandemic and work to implement the governor’s policy agenda. His resignation will undoubtedly leave a void in the administration, as he was known for his expertise in legal matters and his dedication to public service.
In a statement announcing Garg’s resignation, Governor Murphy praised his chief counsel for his hard work and dedication to the people of New Jersey. He thanked Garg for his service and wished him well in his future endeavors.
As the search for a new Chief Counsel begins, Governor Murphy will be looking to fill the position with someone who possesses the same level of expertise and commitment to public service as Parimal Garg. The role of Chief Counsel is a crucial one in any administration, and finding the right person to fill it will be essential for the Murphy administration as they continue to navigate the challenges facing the state.
Overall, Parimal Garg’s resignation from Insider NJ marks the end of an era for the Murphy administration. His departure will undoubtedly be felt by all those who have worked closely with him, but it also presents an opportunity for new leadership to step in and help guide the administration through the challenges that lie ahead.