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Blan J. Jarkasi
New Jersey Civil Litigation, Divorce, Family Law, & Appellate Attorney
Blan J. Jarkasi is a New Jersey litigator with experience in civil litigation, criminal defense, and appellate advocacy in both New Jersey state courts and federal court. Since being admitted to the New Jersey bar, Blan has handled municipal criminal defense, complex commercial disputes, qui tam and false claims defense, intellectual property litigation, and appeals before the New Jersey Supreme Court and the Appellate Division of the Superior Court of New Jersey.
Why Clients Choose Blan
Blan brings a rare combination of courtroom experience and insider judicial perspective. He served as a judicial law clerk to the Honorable Mary F. Thurber, a Superior Court Judge in the Law Division, Bergen County, giving him a ground-level understanding of how New Jersey judges evaluate cases, weigh arguments, and make decisions. That experience directly shapes how he approaches litigation strategy, case preparation, and client counsel.
Whether you are facing a divorce, criminal charge, high-stakes commercial dispute, breach of contract claim, or appeal, Blan provides skilled, experienced representation at every stage of the legal process.
Education & Credentials
Blan earned his Juris Doctor from Rutgers Law School where he distinguished himself both academically and professionally:
- Managing Technology Editor, Rutgers Computer and Technology Law Journal
- Member, Minority Students Program
- Recipient, Helen Levine Cohen Award
Fellowships & Honors
- Stewart G. Pollock Fellow — a competitive fellowship recognizing outstanding New Jersey law students
- Member, C. Willard Heckel Inn of Court — a distinguished professional organization for New Jersey litigators
Bar Admissions
- State of New Jersey
- U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Practice Areas
- Divorce & Family Law
- Civil Litigation
- Criminal Defense
- Appellate Advocacy
- Commercial Disputes & Contract Litigation
- Intellectual Property Litigation
- Qui Tam / False Claims Act Defense
- Government Enforcement Defense
Representative Matters
- False Claims Act / Qui Tam Defense — Healthcare: Blan successfully defended a New Jersey nursing home in a multi-million dollar qui tam action involving allegations of false claims submitted for government reimbursement — a complex, high-stakes area of federal litigation.
- Intellectual Property & Breach of Contract — Peloton Interactive, Inc.: Blan represented a design group in a high-profile breach of contract and patent infringement dispute initiated by Peloton Interactive, Inc., navigating the intersection of commercial contract law and federal intellectual property law.
Community & Pro Bono Involvement
Blan's commitment extends beyond the courtroom. During law school, he helped establish the LGBTQ Legal Education and Outreach Project. He has also served on both the Planning and Zoning Board and the Public Assistance Board of the Borough of Haledon, New Jersey, demonstrating an ongoing investment in local governance and community welfare.
Present and Past Professional Affiliations
- Fellow, Stewart G. Pollock Fellowship
- Member, New Jersey State Bar Association
- Member, C. Willard Heckel Inn of Court
Contact Blan J. Jarkasi
If you are facing a legal matter in New Jersey, whether in municipal, state, or federal court, including on appeal, contact Blan J. Jarkasi to discuss your case. With experience across civil, criminal, and appellate practice, Blan is prepared to provide knowledgeable, strategic representation from the first consultation through resolution.
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