Mark H. Jaffe

Mark H. Jaffe

4.9
Rating: 1.4

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 306 - 310 of 317 reviews

Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2009 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Impresed with his service...

I have to say, I'm impressed with the way Mark handled my case. I got a traffic ticket for a serious offense (5 points). He is very knowledgeable, experienced and attentive. He was available at any time and made arrangements in his busy schedule to come with me to court with a short notice (told hi...m Thursday and court appointment was Monday). He spoke with the prosecutor and the police officer, and with his knowledge of this municipality, he clearly described in detail the scenario that would happen beforehand (the judge was not too happy with the change in the offense) . He was able to get my original offense reduced to 2 points. Also he managed to have the judge see our case first, so we were in and out in no time.

Posted by anonymous | March 23, 2009 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Mark H. Jaffe is an Outstanding Lawyer

I recently hired Mark Jaffe for a traffic related ticket. I was very impressed by his keeping me informed at all stages. He was able to reached at almost any time and would always answer any questions I had until I felt completely satisfied. He always projected a positive upbeat attiitude. His breadt...h of knowledge is very impressive on all aspects of the legal profession. I was very satisfied by the way he handled my case and recommend him with no reservations.

Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2009 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

I HIGHLY RECOMMEND MARK H. JAFFE AS A LAWYER

Throughout my case, Mark H. Jaffe provided me with lots of information and excellent advice. I was in constant contact with him, by phone or email, and I also met him three times even though he is very busy. He is very available, even on the weekends, and always very friendly and knowledgeable. Mark... handled my case very well, I just got a fine but no points - and it was a very serious traffic offense which could have cost me 5 points. As he knew the prosecutor and the police officers very well, my case actually went very smoothly in the court. He is extremely well connected with the West Windsor court system. If I ever need a lawyer again I will definitely contact Mark. I will recommend him to all the people I know.

Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2009 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

I HIGHLY RECOMMEND MARK H. JAFFE

I am extremely satisfied with Mark Jaffe's handling of my case. Mark is very friendly and available. You can call him any time, even on the weekends. I was able to meet him three times even though he is very busy. He provided me with excellent information and advice. As I am a foreigner, I did not kn...ow how the legal system worked here, and it was very reassuring to have Mark on my side. What is important is that he is extremely well connected : he knew the prosecutor, the judges and the police officers of West Windsor. As a result my case went very smoothly. I got a fine but no points - and it was a very serious traffic offense which could have cost me 5 points. I will definitely call Mark if I am ever in need of a lawyer again, and I will recommend him to all the people I know.

Posted by anonymous | March 11, 2009 | Criminal Defense

I highly recommend anyone with a legal matter to use Mark H Jaffe, Esq

I highly recommend anyone with a legal matter to use Mark H Jaffe, Esq. as their attorney. He is a kind, caring and smart man who always does what it takes for his clients. His reputation as an Officer of the Court is impeccable. This attorney returns phone calls and e-mails faster then anyone I know..., helping keep my memory fresh of the legal matter when having to explain it. Most lawyers call or write you back days later. Mark H Jaffe goes above and beyond in preparing for your case. He has a great relationship with most NJ Police Officers as well as a strong affiliation with the NJ State Police. His experience as an Assistant County Prosecutor was extremely important in his strategy of my cases and this has always given me an edge in the court room with some of my legal matters. Mark H Jaffe has served as my lawyer for twenty years and has never let me or my family down ever. Time after time this man has gotten my family and me great results. When advising me of my legal options he i

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Experience

Rating:  1.4 (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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