Mark H. Jaffe

Mark H. Jaffe

4.9
Rating: 1.6

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

321 Client Reviews

Showing 166 - 170 of 321 reviews

Posted by Carolyn | January 03, 2014

Not Just an Attorney.....A friend

I first hired Mark back in May when I was arrested and charged with shoplifting. I was just going to take the PTI they were offering me and be done with it, but then I got an advertisement in the mail from Mark. It really stuck out because it had REAL signature. Not just a printout that the entir...e state gets anytime someone gets a ticket and such. From the beginning Mark has been tremendous! He is in constant contact with me, either phone, email, or text. He really is available 24/7 like he says! I have need been in trouble with the law and upon meeting him I had an automatic sigh of relief knowing things were going to be ok with him! My case was dropped from Criminal Court to Municipal Court without me even stepping foot in a court room! This proves the brilliance of this man and the respect that he has from the judicial system. This man is going to save my life! Not only is my attorney, he's my friend. He really does care!

Posted by anonymous | December 16, 2013

Mark H. Jaffe (The Power of the Sun in a Dark Room)

I was referred to Mark by some friends who had used him in the past and told me "He was the man". I was hesitant at first but as the court date narrowed down I was left with very few options and decided to go with Mark. I can tell you first hand Mark was the best lawyer I have ever had. He works arou...nd the clock non-stop and makes sure that you get the best possible result. He knocked down my 16-point tickets to 4-points. Mark makes miracles happen in the courtroom. You cant go wrong with Mark, on top of that he has many connections in almost any city.

Posted by Vijay | December 15, 2013

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 Patti | November 11, 2013

A Wonderful Attorney!

Wonderful Attorney! A brilliant, trustworthy, dependable, and honest Attorney. Mr. Jaffe has helped my son several times, the outcome has been excellent! I would highly recommend Mr. Jaffe for .legal assistance. Thank you ! Mr. Jaffe.

Posted by Cheong | November 06, 2013

EXCELLENT lawyer ! Very satisfied.

EXCELLENT lawyer ! Very satisfied. If anyone is in need of an excellent attorney I highly recommend Mark Jaffe! He has been very patient and understanding with me as I was unfamiliar with the legal system here until I met him - as I am from Korea. After just one visit from him I was comfortable w...ith him and how he would handle my case. I have used him now on three occasions as I like him and how he has helped me be successful in court. I will continue to come to him if I have any other problems as he is a very good lawyer and a very nice person. He is knowledgeable about the law and has carefully explained the system. Above all - he has put my mind as ease! I tell all of my friends that he is the number #1 lawyer to call if you have a problem. He has always been easy to meet with - even late at night and on weekends. ..and has always reminded me of my rights and the choices I have had.I have always been very happy with him- which is why though the years I have returned to his office time again. I jsut got a ticket recently and after three years I am back. Mr. Jaffe is a very fine and honest man. He is an excellent lawyer and I am very happy with his work. If anyone is in need of an excellent attorney I highly recommend Mark Jaffe! He has been very patient and understanding with me as I was unfamiliar with the legal system here until I met him - as I am from Korea. After just one visit from him I was comfortable with him and how he would handle my case. I have used him now on three occasions as I like him and how he has helped me be successful in court. I will continue to come to him if I have any other problems as he is a very good lawyer and a very nice person. He is knowledgeable about the law and has carefully explained the system. Above all - he has put my mind as ease! I tell all of my friends that he is the number #1 lawyer to call if you have a problem. He has always been easy to meet with - even late at night and on weekends. ..and has always reminded me of my rights and the choices I have had.I have always been very happy with him- which is why though the years I have returned to his office time again. I just got a ticket recently and after three years I am back. Mr. Jaffe is a very fine and honest man. He is an excellent lawyer and I am very happy with his work.

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Experience

Rating:  1.6 (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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