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

318 Client Reviews

Showing 36 - 40 of 310 reviews | 5 stars

Posted by Kendell | November 09, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent communication Dynamic Effective and Highly Efficient

Mark really helped me be successful in Court. He is an great lawyer and an amazing human being who really cares about me! He proved to me that he is dedicated and knowledgable about the law and the obligations of the Prosecutor as well as personally dealing with helping me prepare a str...ong defense. Mark in my case went above and beyond the call of duty in that we spoke numerous times and he met with my parents and I ( they like him too) Whenever I had a question for Mark He picked up and carefully answered my question. He is very compassionate and explained everything since I am a college student at Rutger and all of this was very new to me.. Bottom line Mark did an EXCELLENT job of handling my case. He always kept my informed - personally spoke to police to gain more information I needed to know so I am very happy with Mark as my lawyer now and forever! I feel like I am really a part of his family since he got along very well with my mom and dad who both admire and respect his obvious dedication to helping us out. I would reccomend Mark to all of my friend and family. Mark H. Jaffe Esq. is fantastic at his job. I appreciate him as will anyone who gets to know him Thank you MARK!

Posted by Jennifer | August 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Mark Jaffe - Exceptional Lawyer

Mark Jaffe has been a down to earth and helpful lawyer through the entire process while handling my case. He keeps me well informed and ensures communication through various channels. He helps you as if you are family. I feel well taken care of as his client, and he proved true to his word and commit...ment.I appreciate the care and concern he had for me as a client while handling my case. Mark Jaffe will remain my lawyer for life. If you are looking for a caring, experienced and talented lawyer, Mark is for you. I am so glad I took the time to review my case with Mark and had him represent me.Thanks for all your help Mark!

Posted by Lesley | August 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Great

I cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional legal representation provided by my attorney, Mark Jaffe. Facing the imminent threat of license suspension was an overwhelming and distressing experience, but Mark's expertise and dedication turned the tide in my favor. From the outset, he metic...ulously examined every aspect of my case, leaving no stone unturned. His extensive knowledge of traffic laws and skillful negotiation tactics ensured the best possible outcome. Thanks to his unwavering commitment, my license was saved, and I can continue with my daily life without any hindrance. I am forever indebted to my attorney and would highly recommend Mark's services to anyone in need of a proficient and compassionate legal advocate.

Posted by Anna | August 02, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Simply the Best - Mark H. Jaffe!

Mark H. Jaffe is by far the most knowledgeable, attentive, persuasive and skilled lawyer I have encountered. He understands his clients’ position and is an exceptional advocate in an environment where most people cannot best represent themselves. After my experience with Mark, I will never go into... any personal legal situation without him - he is worth it. I have seen firsthand how having competent and empathetic counsel can take a scary situation to a fair resolution. He delivers what he says he will and exceeds expectations. He is accessible and stays connected which builds trust and confidence. He takes his ethical obligations seriously and provides smart, balanced and thoughtful counsel so you always feel informed and well represented. Some lawyers can be intimidating and appear arrogant but not Mark. He is patient, talks in language non-lawyers can understand and goes out of his way to make sure his clients understand the situation, all the potential outcomes and options to inform effective legal strategies and the best outcome. He’s direct, clear yet empathetic and patient. Mark is the lawyer you want at your side when dealing with legal matters - he’s effective and delivers outstanding results!

Posted by Joe | July 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Exceptional

Since the moment I engaged Mark as my lawyer, he gave me a sense of calmness. He treated me as a person and not a number. He made sure when we spoke that I felt like I was his number one client among thousands that he deals with. If he did that with me, I would highly assume he does that with every...one of his clients. His professionalism is exceptional and he is beyond knowledgeable in his field of expertise as a lawyer. When he gives you his word he keeps it. Most importantly he was easily accessible. Communication is key and he always answered my calls and emails. He is devoted to his craft and the people he represents and won’t stop until you are satisfied with the outcome. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to my family and friends. My many thanks and gratitude on a job well done with my case.

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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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