SOMA Living June 2025

MEET THE PENNINGTONS

Photography by Jamie Meier

Scott and Christina Pennington share a rich personal and professional journey rooted in family, community, and service. They met over 20 years ago at a “Men Who Cook” fundraiser where Scott served as one of the chefs. Their connection evolved from a friendship to a legal partnership and, in 2011, into a romantic relationship. They married in 2017, holding their reception at the same Montclair Women’s Club where they first met. Both are accomplished legal professionals. Scott serves as a Municipal Court Judge in Hoboken, while Christina is Director of Paralegal Studies at Essex County College. In addition to their full-time roles, they operate a law firm, Bennett Pennington LLC, offering estate planning services, criminal and traffic defense, and real estate services to private clients and the public through free seminars. “We believe people work hard all their lives and deserve to have a plan for their legacy,” Christina explains. Their commitment to community extends through involvement in historically Black fraternal organizations. Christina is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., and Scott is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. These organizations, part of the Divine Nine, provide a deep network for service and support. “Wherever you go in the world, there’s a brother or sister ready to lend a hand,” Christina notes.

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