Eric M. Mark

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Eric M. Mark

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

Immigration Lawyer at Newark, NJ
Practice Areas: Immigration, Criminal Defense

96 Summer Ave., Newark, NJ

Virtual Consultation Available

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About Eric

Biography

Before you talk to the police, call my offices. As a Jersey City criminal defense attorney, I stand up for the rights of people accused of wrongdoing. Whether you are charged with a crime or being investigated, I will fight for the outcome you desire.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Immigration 60%

All areas of immigration law except with a few exceptions. The areas we handle are family related immigration, naturalization, asylum, removal defense, federal litigation, Petitions for Reviews, and appeals

16 years

60%
Criminal Defense 40%

All areas of criminal defense including traffic tickets, DWI, municipal court (petty crimes), superior court (serious crimes), appeals, post conviction relief

20 years

40%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 5 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 325-450 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Top Contributor
Top Contributor
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Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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+ 11

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 19 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2006

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 20 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Eric M. Mark

96 Summer Ave., Newark, NJ, 07104

ericmarklaw.com

Online Presence

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Eric M. Mark's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

192 Client Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 44 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Girish | November 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

A Knight in Shining Armor Willing to Fight for You

Words cannot begin to describe the gratitude and complete satisfaction that I have for Eric Mark. He has went above and beyond my expectations and I sincerely believe that if I had retained any other immigration attorney besides Eric, my final outcome would have ended in demise. I am Permanent Resi...dent Green Card Holder living in the United States for the past 41 years since 1975. I never even knew anything about deportations or ICE. My story begins when I was entering JFK airport in 2-2014 from India and the Customs officer noticed an arrest from 2007. It was a misdemeanor and I had a conditional discharge of which I successfully completed. I never payed a fine or served any jail time. I received a deferred inspection in Philadelphia bc my 5 year old son was with me at the time. I appeared twice in Philadelphia immigration court and both times they agreed that I did not have a deportable offense. They told me to fill out cancellational of removal papers and gave me a court date 7 months later. I missed the date of 3-3-2016. Well on 6-23-2016 ICE agents came to my door and took me away to Essex County Detention Facilty. The judge had ordered me deported in absentia for missing my court date for a non deportable offense. DEPORTED!!! Not a fine, not a couple of days in jail...DEPORTED! While in custody for 3 weeks, I heard from one of the other detainees about an aggressive attorney by the name of Eric Mark. I hired Eric and he came to see me in ECCF almost immediately on a Sunday. He patiently took notes as I told him my story but mentioned that this could get ugly very quickly and took my case very seriously since the judge had issued a final order of deportation. Within a week of that consult, on 7-24-2016, I was on a plane being duped about going to another detention facilty in Louisianna. Everyone told me that they don't deport to India and that if I didn't cooperate then they couldn't get travel documents but this is all a lie. This was an actual staging area for deportations which was right inside the airport in a converted hanger building. I called Eric immediately upon arriving there and he got to work throughout the weekend. 3 days later I was on an ICE plane shackled like a dog being deported along with about 85 other India and Bangladeshians. This plane had about 20 ICE agents to accompany us for the long 30 hour flight through California, Marshall Islands, Hawaii, Guam , Phillpipines, Bangladesh and then New Delhi India. I went through every emotion my poor son, shock, disbelief, anger, resentment, depression, suicidal, and outright inconsolable sadness that after 41 years in this country and working as a professional that this is the end result. As the plane flew from California borders, I gave up hope of any last minute heroics of a stay of deportation. What I didn't realize was that my attorney Eric Mark was working hard and had almost never given up. He appeared before the immigration judge and thought that it was too late because my plane had already left the California coast. After finding out that my plane needed to make additional stops on US soil to refuel, he reapproached the immigration judge and convinced him to reopen the case because of the merits of my situation. In a MIRACULOUS series of events, I was taken off the plane in Guam. The judge had agreed and accepted Eric's motion to reopen the case. I spent another month in Guam Detention. I finally was returned and my case was completely terminated the day before my hearing on 9-21-16. No other attorney would be able to pull off this MIRACLE! No other attorney would be able to give you straight up answers about your case, immediate response time, cell phone service 24-7. No other attorney would be focused on results rather than trying to hustle you for more money. If you are considering an attorney for your defense, I urge you to strongly consider Eric Mark as I did. Thank you Eric! I am a client for life!

Posted by Vishali Ramsaroop | August 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Phenomenal Immigration Lawyer

I had the privilege of working with Eric and his team during my Green Card application process. A truly professional, intelligent, and competent lawyer, I would highly recommend his services to anyone in need of a lawyer for similar situations. Although I believe my case was relatively straight forwa...rd, Eric consistently demonstrated a great level of expertise and thorough understanding of the legal system. I have no doubt he would be able to procure favorable outcomes in even the toughest of cases. Him and his team are very efficient and work round the clock to get tasks done in a timely manner. He is also extremely accommodating of his clients' schedules and addresses any thoughts/concerns that may arise. Eric showed great attention to detail in ensuring no aspect of my application was neglected and took every step to ensure the process went as smoothly as possible. From the very beginning, his instructions, document requirements, and plan were transparent and easily understood. It was a true pleasure working with Eric and his team; I would highly recommend his services to anyone looking for a focused, driven, and genuinely kind lawyer.

Posted by Jojo G | May 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Professional and Efficient Immigration Lawyer!

I have experienced the most professional and most efficient immigration lawyer. I have used Atty Eric for my adjustment of status and was amazed with the results. Will recommend to all my friends and relatives. Eric always been available to answer my questions and provide proper direction. As soon as... I sent an email a response was send back with a very detailed answer. From myself and my wife, our whole heartfelt of thanks and gratitude to you Eric Mark. God Bless and more Power!

Posted by blessing | December 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

family based greencard

I never knew getting a greencard would be this stressful. I was really in a deep mess with uscis until i met Eric mark. He took up our case and worked with us. He made us feel comfortable and he was soo understanding even when we were financially down. I finally got approved last Tuesday. I will reco...mmend Eric and his partner to anyone anyday anytime. Eric Mark thank you soo much. My husband and i appreciate your service. God bless you

Posted by Ruth Zimuto | July 29, 2015 | Immigration

Family Immigration

My elderly parents just got their green cards, thanks to Eric Mark who handled their immigration adjustment of status case. He responded to my first call immediately and explained the whole process. I felt very comfortable dealing with him and his fees were reasonable. He and his staff were very th...orough and made sure everything was done right. Thank you so much, job well done.

Eric Mark

Replied last July 29, 2015

Thank you Ruth. It was a pleasure working with you and I hope your parents enjoy the benefits of permanent residence.

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Eric M. Mark's Lawyer Endorsements

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Marina Alexandrovich

Immigration lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Mark. His knowledge of the immigration field is deep and broad. His guidance is wise."

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Alexander Almonte

Immigration lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Mark as a solid immigration practitioner. He is competent, experienced, and provides top of the line services to his clients. Attorney Mark's answers to the public inquiries at avvo are concise and right to the point."

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Christopher Wright

Immigration lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Other

"He is a legend in the immigration game. You should hire him. He will get it done."

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Mustafa Cetin

Appeals lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I cherish any opportunity to work with Mr. Mark. His expertise for federal litigation and appeals is legendary"

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David Larson

Immigration lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Mark offers services in a number of legal areas, including immigration law. He has been a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) since 2011."

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Hui Zeng

Immigration lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Rogers

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Other

"Eric and I were law school roommates. He is one of the hardest working people I know. Intelligent and tireless, he always produces top-notch work and results."

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Elena Denevich

Immigration lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Kravis

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Mark is extremely knowledgable and an effective advocate for his clients. I highly recommend Mr. Mark to any individual in need of representation regarding criminal defense and/or immigration matters."

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Somair Alam

Immigration lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A top-notch immigration attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Krista Haley

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. We both started our careers with the Somerset County Prosecutor's Office, and I know that Eric, in doing his criminal defense work, is able to anticipate and then rebut the State's case better than many attorneys who have been practicing criminal defense for decades."

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Bishoui Beshai

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Leimbach

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is very knowledgeable in this field and I am confident based on his responses that he will provide fantastic legal services."

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Gerard Lazzara

Immigration lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Mark's responses on these forums demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the law and a passion for advocacy."

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Thomas Olsen

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tara Breslow

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Dec 24

Relationship: Other

"This lawyer strives to get the best results for his clients. I endorse this lawyer"

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Sean Cleary

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Petya Fist

Immigration lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A great attorney with excellent knowledge of immigration law."

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Michael Shabani

Immigration lawyer | Dec 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Mark is a regular contributor on Avvo.com. Mr. Mark is hard working, experienced and though lawyer. He comes with my highest recommendation."

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Mustafa Cetin

Immigration lawyer

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Mark Rogers

Criminal defense lawyer

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Cristina D'Amato

Asylum lawyer

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Andrew Kravis

Business lawyer

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Krista Haley

Family lawyer

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Sheila Moreira

Family lawyer

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Michael Warshaw

Litigation lawyer

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Susan Rosti

Immigration lawyer

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Mark Cheser

Criminal defense lawyer

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Todd Spodek

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stephen Brown

Personal injury lawyer

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Harry Asatrian

Immigration lawyer

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Santo Artusa

Family lawyer

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Brian Berkowitz

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Gregg Wisotsky

Personal injury lawyer

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Joseph Scura

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2004

John Purfield Scholarship, Pepperdine University School of Law

2004

Gunnar Nicholson Scholarship, Pepperdine University School of Law

2002

Dean's List, Rutgers University

2002

Cum Laude, Rutgers University

2001

Phi Beta Kappa, Rutgers University

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Partner, Law Office of Eric M. Mark

2006 - 2009

Assistant Prosecutor, Somerset County Prosecutor's Office

2005 - 2006

Compliance Consultant, Johnson and Johnson Healthcare Systems

2004 - 2004

Legal Intern to the Criminal Legislative Department, State of Israel--Ministry of Justice

2003 - 2004

Law Clerk, Ventura County District Attorney's Office

2003 - 2003

Intern, United States District Court

Associations

2010 - Present

New Jersey Association for Justice

2010 - Present

Essex County Bar Association

2010 - Present

Passaic County Bar Association

2010 - Present

Bergen County Bar Association

2010 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Chairperson New Jersey AILA-ICE Committee

2010 - Present

National Immigration Project

Education

2005

Pepperdine University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

Rutgers University, New Brunswick/Piscataway

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2008

Continuing Legal Education

New Jersey Drug Court

Languages

Hebrew

Russian

Spanish

Italian

Activity

Top Contributor

Eric earned significant contribution points in 2025.

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