Mark H. Jaffe

Mark H. Jaffe

4.9
Rating: 1.5

Licensed for 37 years

Speeding and traffic ticket Lawyer at Princeton, NJ
Practice Areas: Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense ... +4 more

4475 Route 27, Princeton, NJ

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2022
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About Mark

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 25%

former prosecutor for princeton public safety former prosecutor for nordstroms special prosecutor in Newark Adams Plainfield mediator

25%
Criminal Defense 20%

former active member of police prosecutor law clerk

20%
Real Estate 10%

609 number as base

10%
Juvenile Law 5%

law enforcement background law clerk in tons of courts

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 37 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1988

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2022

Location

Mark H. Jaffe, Attorney At Law

4475 Route 27, Princeton, NJ, 08528

Mark Jaffe Law Firm

4105 Suite 11 , Rte 1, Monmouth Junction, NJ, 08852

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Mark H. Jaffe's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

317 Client Reviews

Showing 61 - 65 of 124 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Jack | March 05, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Three time client, now social friend.

Mark's a great attorney. He's handled two traffic matters and one small damage claim over the past five years for me. All turned out exactly how he'd predicted. I was quite pleased. Since then we've had drinks a few times. His knowledge of the law goes far beyond his practice specialties and I've cal...led him for help with another attorney because of that. In municipal court, what makes the difference in a good lawyer and a great one is how well the court knows the attorney and trusts their recommendation. Courts trust Mark's guidance on his own cases. He knows how to operate in court.

Posted by Marc | February 03, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Great Lawyer- VERY satisfied

I hired Mr. Jaffe to defend me in a Municipal Court matter and he did a great job. I am a professional and have very high standards. I expect the best in professionals and Mark certainly met my standards. He kept me informed with almost daily emails and letters so that I was kept up to date. I did no...t even have to appear in Court He is bright and good natured. He really does care and I have seen and felt that PLUS he is very easy to connect with. I am very happy with both Mark and his work. I will certainly recommend Mark to my friends. He is an exceptional lawyer who , with his 25 years of experience - is a perfect advocate.

Posted by Vijay | December 15, 2013 | State, Local And Municipal Law

Mark Jaffe is a great man in my opinion and a fantastic lawyer

I was referred to Mark H Jaffe by a friend who was very pleased with his work. Mark is a great man in my opinion and a fantastic lawyer! I was very pleased with the care and attentions he provided me for a Municipal Court matter.He explained the options and spent a lot time with me discussing how th...e court works- since I was very new to the system. Mark Jaffe is intelligent and compassionate... and commanded the respect of both the Prosecutor and the Judge when my matter was heard... as he had been appearing there on a weekly basis for over 25 years. He is a former Assistant County Prosecutor / Municipal Prosecutor who knows the legal system and the law ...very very well. Mark has treated me with respect and been very reachable( giving me both of his cell phones)...His office is open seven days a week until late at night which is amazing . I like Mark and I will be recommending him to the many members of my religious community. He is an excellent lawyer who I trust. I just wish I could give him more stars than FIVE STARS since he is the best advocate I could ever hope to have! I am looking forward to a long relationship with Mark. He is like having your best friend - who also happens to be a terrific lawyer- helping you out- someone you can always count on!

Posted by Jay | September 26, 2013

Thank you Mark for Everything!

Before you continue reading this review, I want to let you know that this a review that is truly from the heart for a good friend of mine who has been there for me since day one. I know Mark might not like the idea that I may be putting him on a such a high pedestal, but it doesn't feel right unless ...I mention the truth. First and foremost, Mark does not care about himself, he ONLY CARES ABOUT HIS CLIENTS!!!! I've seen this guy, put a lot on the line, to do what is best for his clients, and to seek the best results. Other attorneys I've seen will always go with the usual "Well we'll see what we can do", takes your check puts up a minimal fight, and you never hear from them again. However, Mark, actually knows how to play the game, and will fight to the very end (it's like he refuses to lose). With Mark you get 25 years of experience. Twenty Five years, isn't just a number, you are seriously getting someone, who knows the court system inside out, as well as an individual who holds CONNECTIONS! Sometimes you may wonder why is he fighting a certain case different than the other lawyers, but the truth behind that is that Mark knows how to WIN! Mark holds a very unique legal style, that makes it very easy to get to know him. He never plays the card, where you are the client, and he is the attorney, its always based off the idea that he is your friend who understand that you are going through a rough time, and that we all make mistakes, and as a friend he will help you through this phase. Understand Mark isn't just any individual, he is Superman! He handles so many cases per year (more than the average law firm), and he does it all by himself, along with his small team of assistants, that try to provide you the best service. I really don't know how he does it. Deep down I feel bad for Mr Jaffe, as a friend I would love to see him just relax for a day and not get too caught up in all his work, but good attorneys like Mark Jaffe, are always hardworking, and work 24/7 (Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays), and of course put his clients first. I thank you Mark for helping me get through one of the toughest phases of my life, I really don't know how else I would've managed. The day I came across your advertisement letter, was a sign from the Universe telling me that everything is going to be ok, which is exactly how you made me feel when I first met you. Keep doing what you're doing, but still try your best not to overwork yourself (I know you're going to ignore that last part)

Posted by a happy client | August 30, 2013 | Criminal Defense

NARK JAFFE IS AN EXCELLENT AND INTELLIGENT LAWYER

Mark Jaffe currently represents me in serious Municipal Court matter.I would say that that it is unlikely that you ever find another attorney as good as  Mark  is since he is an intelligent and compassionate lawyer - who goes above and beyond to help me understand my case etc. . After being hit with ...one of the biggest regrets of my life I had spent weeks being stressed out and was constantly worrying about how I could more forward from that moment. I did not know what to do. But from the moment I met Mark - this feeling all but disappeared- in seconds as he made me feel confident in him and his team.  He never made it seem like he was just an impersonal attorney that is only going to represent me in Court but he made it clear that he was here as a great friend who is also  my lawyer - who will have  my back no matter what. Real dedication and obvious empathy to my plight.When going through a rough phase such as the one I am experiencing now- having someone  there to keep you constantly informed and to check up on your  and make sure that I am kept up to date ( with experts) on my defense etc is crucial. That is what Mark does BEST and this guy is at his office every evening and even on weekends ! Simply Amazing ---how he does it and I have seen him so far in court and he is terrific and loyal to his clients. This I have been personal witness to ( as other clients were with me at court  last night  and we spoke) Since Mark started working on my case there hasn't been a  weekend where he has not reached out to me via phone and email /letter to make sure I was comfortable with things and to make sure I was fine with everything..( I have lots of emails to prove it). In addition he is very accessible  and you can actually connect with him very easily through email the office in Princeton  and even his cell phones( he gave me both #s)! This man has over 25 years of experience as a trial lawyer and has represented thousands of people and I just feel I had to post this review to say I am one of the many believers in  his good work. I am just lucky to have met him. Overall the true unique quality that you will find in Mark- that  makes him the best lawyer you could ever wish for - is that he can think outside of the box. He is tenacious and bright. I am very happy with him and I strongly recommend him to all of my friends as a great lawyer. I don't go to court often - thank goodness- but when I ever do I will make sure it is with Mark Jaffe 

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Experience

Rating:  1.5 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2022.

Suspension issued in NJ, 2022

updated on 08/22/2025

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Mark’s comment:

“A reprimand was issued due to a misunderstanding involving parking tickets on a friend’s vehicle I had temporarily used; although I paid my friend for the fines, procedural issues arose because I was not the registered owner, and the court held me responsible despite my good-faith effort to resolve the matter.”

Reprimanded issued in NJ, 2020

updated on 08/22/2025

This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Mark’s comment:

“The reprimand was based solely on not having a written contract in a pro bono case, as I did not believe a formal agreement was required when offering free legal assistance.”

Censure issued in NJ, 2017

updated on 08/22/2025

This means the attorney did something wrong, but the State did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case, the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Mark’s comment:

“While caring for my dying mother, I submitted a rushed expungement in a difficult case involving a mentally impaired client; although the outcome was successful, a complaint was later filed due to the filing’s quality, which led to a reprimand. I then provided a full refund to the client.”

Reprimanded issued in NJ, 2012

updated on 08/22/2025

This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Mark’s comment:

“In a rare case, an interpreter—unknown to me at the time—provided false testimony, which contributed to my reprimand and mistrial; I’ve handled over 14,000 cases with integrity and success, and I remain committed to delivering strong, ethical representation.”

Honors

2025

Client's Choice, Avvo

2025

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Honorary Deputy Sheriff, Hudson County, Hudson County Bar Association

1994

Appointed Prosecutor, Princeton

Work Experience

1988 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Mark H. Jaffe

1996 - 1999

Conflict Public Defender, City Of West Windsor

1990 - 1999

Pool Public Defender, Middlesex County Public Defenders Office

1989 - 1999

Legal Counsel, Hudson County Chiefs of Police Association

1988 - 1990

Assistant Prosecutor, Union County Prosecutor's Office

1984 - 1992

Prosecutor, Princeton University

1982 - 1989

Researcher, New Jersey State Police

Associations

1988 - Present

New Jersey Bar Association

Member

Mercer County Bar Association

Member

Middlesex County Bar Association

Member

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member

1999 - 2000

Hudson County Chiefs of Police Association

Legal Counsel

Education

1987

Cardozo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

Rutgers University

MA - Masters

1979

Rutgers College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

1985

New York Times Correspondent
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