Michael R. Ascher, a Partner with Einhorn Harris, gained extensive trail experience as a Deputy Attorney General in the Division of Criminal Justice and as Assistant Passaic County Prosecutor. He is presently engaged in a litigation practice handling both criminal and complex civil matters. His practice includes all categories of criminal cases, including drunk driving defense cases and matters involving the Division of Youth and Family Services (DYFS). His cases span the gamut of sex offenses, drug and white collar crimes, computer crime, conspiracy, fraud and theft cases.
Michael has been involved in significant cases on both the trial and Appellate level. He successfully argued before the New Jersey Supreme Court in State v. Dispoto, 189 NJ 108 (2007) that the Domestic Violence Act could not be used as a bootstrap mechanism by the police to obtain evidence to sustain the issuance of a criminal search warrant. He also developed the trial argument that led the New Jersey Supreme Court to change the manner in which juries are instructed in the prosecution of sex crimes involving chidren, State v. P.H. 178 NJ 378 (2004).
Michael Ascher won a 5-year legal battle before the New Jersey Supreme Court. He obtained an important Appellate decision in a child abuse and neglect case, NJDYFS v. S.S. 372, NJ Super 13 (App. Div. 2004). There, he advocated for the right of an abused wife whose name was wrongfully placed in the DYFS Central Registry.
Michael also serves as a member of the Morris County Criminal Practice Committee.
He has been selected to the New Jersey Super Lawyers list every year since its inception in 2005.
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165 East Main Street, P.O. Box 3010, Denville, NJ, 07834
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Posted by anonymous | January 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Attorney Review
Thank you Mr. Ascher You were professional, competent, and very knowledgeable in your field of work. You gave us the confidence and peace of mind assuring us that we were in the best hands. You did not disappointed us, my son’s case was literally dismissed and what I personally admired is that yo...
Posted by Ryan | December 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney
In a class of his own.
I needed a good lawyer and I got a great one. A consummate professional, dexterous in the court room and an all-around pleasure to work with I would recommend Michael anytime. Every aspect of my case was handled with great care and his support staff were exceptional at keeping me informed on all aspe...
Posted by anonymous | December 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Very smart
Mr. Ascher was very helpful in going through the books and explaining every step of the legal process. He also connects with his clients and tries his hardest as a lawyer.
Posted by VINCENT | October 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
When you feel there is no way out, There is!
So you get jammed up, set up, or just happen to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. Now you are hit with green sheets that say the State vs. you, with all sorts of jail time facing you. So after a few sleepless nights and no where to turn, you simply need two things: Time and Michael Ascher. ...
Posted by John | February 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Michael Ascher Recommendation
My name is John and Michael Ascher was recommended to me regarding a criminal case. From our first meeting, it was clear that Michael was a true professional who really wanted to help me. He was compassionate and optimistic about our chances. He was very patient and listened to me and addressed a...
"Michael's experience and litigation skills are unparalled in the area of DYFS / DCPP litigation. He brings a unique and extremely valuable perspective to this very difficult area of litigation. I would recommend him without any reservation."
"I was taking on a high level felony case that concerned rare, esoteric areas of criminal law. Much research was needed in order to prevail. I spent numerous hours at the library and reviewed many law books. Few of them were as useful as the scholarly, yet highly practical online legal essays of Mr. Ascher. Intrigued by his writings, I contacted him over email and he graciously responded by calling me on the telephone. For almost 20 minutes, he took time out of his busy schedule and spoke with me about the unique legal procedures I would be facing and the strategies I would need in order to prevail. His essays and advice would prove to be of great value. Indeed, they helped me get the case dismissed, with prejudice. Mr. Ascher is a gentleman, professional and credit to the bar. I wish more attorneys were like him."
Family lawyer
2015
Superlawyer, New Jersey Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
10 Year award, New Jersey Superlawyers .com
2014
Superlawyer, New Jersey Super lawyesr Magazine
2013
Super Lawyer, New Jersey Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Super Lawyer, New Jersey Super Lawyer
2011
super lawyer/crimnal law, new jersey superlawyers magazine
2010
Super Lawyer/Criminal Law, New Jersey Super Lawyers Magazine
2009
Super Lawyer/Criminal Law, New Jersey Super Lawyer Magazine
2008
Super Lawyer/Criminal Law, New JerseySuper Lawyer Magazine
2007
Super Lawyer/Criminal Law, New Jersey Super Lawyer Magazine
2006
Super Lawyer/Criminal Law, New Jersey Super Lawyers Magazine
2005
Super Lawyer/Criminal Law, New Jeresy Super Lawyer Magazine
2010 - Present
Prinicpal, Einhorn, Harris, Ascher, Barbarito & Frost, P.C.
1978 - 1980
Associate Attorney, Stein, Bliablias and Mcguire, LLP
1976 - 1978
Assistant Prosecutor, Office Of Passaic County Prosecutor
1974 - 1976
Deputy Attorney General, Office of Attorney General Division of Criminal Justice
Member
Member
all evidence supppressed/charges dismissed
child buse substantion reversed and name removed from registry
child returned to custody of parents after hearing
1974
JD - Juris Doctor
1971
BA - Bachelor of Arts - Magna Cum Laude
2009
Defending Sex Assault Cases
2006
Domestic Violence
2005
Domestic Violence
2002
School Violence and Juvenile Delinquency issues
2001
Juvenile Delinquency
English
Legal Answers
What charges and consequences will a parent face if charged with child abuse?
24 Oct 2017
Question about NJ Board of Pharmacy License Application Criminal Background
18 May 2017
What happens if I refuse "Level 1 Substance Abuse Treatment" from DYFS? I do not want to have to go to court over this.
19 Apr 2017