Mekhail Sarofiem, Esq
Firm Founder & Partner
Mekhail E. Sarofiem, Esq., spearheaded the development of his current practice in an effort to provide clients compassionate, diligent, effective, and zealous legal services. Mekhail practices in the areas of Civil Litigation – Personal Injury and Criminal Defense. Mekhail has dedicated his career and life’s work to fighting for both injury victims and the wrongly accused. Whether it’s a Goliath insurance company denying the claims of the injured or the State’s efforts in pursuing convictions, Mekhail provides a voice and is a pillar of hope for his clients. Mekhail expressed that the law is “both the cornerstone and the foundational building block, which lies at the heart of our great nation. The law of the United States provides for life, liberty, and happiness for all Americans,” and that “having the opportunity to advance these principles through diligent advocacy on behalf of my clients is a humbling privilege.”
He has a diversified legal background which has translated into better results for his clients. Mekhail began his legal career as a legal intern at Hudson County Superior Court – Civil division. While in law school, he was selected for a prestigious and highly competitive placement at the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey. There, Mekhail held the position of Judicial Intern to the Honorable Michael A. Shipp, United States District Judge. During his time at the Federal United States District Court, Mekhail conducted extensive legal research, drafted proposed opinions, and orders, addressing a variety of substantive and procedural federal issues. In addition, Mekhail was a Graduate Teaching Consultant at Seton Hall University School of Law – Institute for Pre-Legal Studies Program under the supervision of Professor Brenda Saunders where he mentored aspiring law students.
Mekhail received his Juris Doctorate from Rutgers University School of Law and Bachelor of Arts from Montclair State University.
Mekhail, is admitted to practice law in the state of New Jersey including the Superior Courts of New Jersey, as well as the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey. He is a member of the American Bar Association, New Jersey State Bar Association, Hudson County Bar Association, and the Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jersey.
Mekhail is the recipient of the Legal Studies Gavel Award from Montclair State University, an award bestowed upon a select student as a top legal prospect, for his dedication and commitment in the pursuit of higher education. He is also the recipient of the Best Oralist Petitioner Award from Seton Hall School of Law – Institute for Pre-Legal Studies.
Mekhail is the eldest of six children and thoroughly enjoys spending quality time with his family. He credits his parents for instilling in him the values of hard work and perseverance.
He is an avid traveler and loves to explore new cities, states, and countries. Mekhail, a former competitive athlete, is a huge sports fan –his favorite teams are the Dallas Cowboys and Dallas Mavericks.
Language
- Arabic
Licensing and Admissions
- State Bar of New Jersey
- Admitted to practice law in the Superior Court of New Jersey, all municipal courts in New Jersey & U.S. District Court of New Jersey
Memberships, Awards and Associations
- American Bar Association, Member
- New Jersey State Bar Association, Member
- Hudson County Bar Association, Member
- Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Of New Jersey, Member
- Top Attorneys of North America, Who’s Who Directory
- Legal Studies Gavel Award, Montclair University
Education
- Montclair State University, Bachelor of Arts
- Rutgers University School of Law, Juris Doctorate
