Surrogate Heather Darling Elected to CIANJ Board of Directors
Published on March 26, 2026
Morris County Surrogate Heather J. Darling, Esq. was elected to the Board of Directors of the Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey (CIANJ). Darling looks forward to contributing to the organization in areas of strength, particularly at the intersection of business, government, and law.
Darling has been a vocal supporter of New Jersey businesses, and CIANJ President Anthony Russo has been a repeat guest on her television show, “Have You Heard with Heather Darling.” Heather's show focuses on business, politics, current events, and other hot topics in New Jersey and beyond. Darling has always appreciated the efforts of Russo and his team.
Founded in 1927, CIANJ is a network of businesses committed to improving and advancing the cause of free enterprise in the Garden State. "I am honored to join the Board of the Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey. I look forward to utilizing my knowledge and experience as a small business owner, elected official, and attorney to represent and further the interest of New Jersey businesses, the lifeblood of our economy," said Surrogate Darling.
Surrogate Darling began her career as a financial consultant, later joining her father's real estate business, which she continues today. In 2004, Heather opened The Darling Law Firm, LLC in Morris County. In 2017, she was elected to the Morris County Board of Chosen Freeholders, serving as Deputy Director of the Board in 2019 when she was elected Morris County Surrogate. After taking office in 2020, Surrogate Darling employed her small business experience to fully modernize the Surrogate's office, including electronic filing, which has been adopted by many Surrogates throughout the state. Surrogate Heather Darling holds a bachelor's degree in finance and international business from New York University Stern School of Business, a Juris Doctor degree from Seton Hall University School of Law, and routinely participates in continuing education in the areas of leadership and management.
Surrogate Darling looks forward to blending her legal, business, and government experience to further the mission of CIANJ. Surrogate Darling is serving in her second term as Morris County Surrogate. She also serves on the Executive Board of the Constitutional Officers Association (COANJ) and on the Employment Horizons Community Advisory Board. For more information, please visit www.morrissurrogate.com.