Call Now
Founding Attorney · The Law Office of Rajeh A. Saadeh, L.L.C.
Rajeh A. Saadeh
New Jersey & New York | U.S. District Court, D.N.J. | U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Divorce · Family Law · Real Estate · Foreclosure · Criminal Defense · Appeals · Civil Litigation
Get in Touch
New Jersey Divorce & Litigation Attorney
Rajeh A. Saadeh is the founder and principal of The Law Office of Rajeh A. Saadeh, L.L.C., a litigation law firm based in Bridgewater, New Jersey. He is a divorce and family law attorney with deep experience in complex matrimonial matters, and a litigator whose practice extends across real estate, foreclosure defense, criminal defense, appeals, and civil litigation throughout New Jersey.
Rajeh is licensed to practice law in New Jersey and New York and is authorized to appear before the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. He represents clients primarily in Somerset, Middlesex, Hunterdon, Morris, and Monmouth Counties, and has appeared in courts across New Jersey.
What distinguishes Rajeh's representation is the combination of institutional knowledge — earned through a judicial clerkship in the Family Part and service on the New Jersey Supreme Court Family Practice Committee — and a litigation-grounded approach that his adversaries know and from which his clients benefit. He and his team litigate. That posture shapes every negotiation, motion, and strategy from the first consultation forward.
Divorce & Family Law in New Jersey
Rajeh devotes a substantial portion of his practice to matrimonial and family law. He has handled divorce matters across the full spectrum — from straightforward uncontested cases to high-conflict, high-asset litigation involving complex financial structures, business interests, and custody disputes.
His divorce and family law practice includes:
- Contested and uncontested divorce
- Equitable distribution of marital assets and debts
- High net worth and complex asset divorce
- Valuation of businesses and professional practices
- Deferred compensation, executive benefits, and stock options
- Alimony and spousal support
- Palimony
- Child custody and parenting time — including high-conflict custody
- Child support
- Prenuptial, mid-marriage, and divorce settlement agreements
- Domestic violence litigation and restraining orders
- Parent relocation matters
- Paternity
- Dissolution of civil unions and domestic partnerships
- Post-judgment modification, enforcement, and appeals
- Arbitration and mediation
Prior to founding the firm, Rajeh served as a judicial law clerk to the Honorable Hany A. Mawla — now a judge of the New Jersey Appellate Division and formerly the presiding judge of the Family Part in Somerset, Hunterdon, and Warren Counties. The clerkship gave Rajeh direct exposure to how family law litigation is assessed from the bench, which informs his case strategy, motion practice, and settlement posture on every matter he handles.
Rajeh served on the New Jersey Supreme Court Family Practice Committee and as a Family Part Early Settlement Panelist — positions that reflect formal recognition of his expertise within the state's family law system.
His reported appellate decision in family law: M.A.P. v. E.B.A., 471 N.J. Super. 250, 272 A.3d 921 (Super. Ct. App. Div. 2022).
A Diverse Litigation Background
Beyond family law, Rajeh brings a broad litigation background that enables him to handle the full range of legal issues that arise in a client's life — including matters tangential to a family law or real estate case, as well as stand-alone matters.
Real Estate Law & Foreclosure Defense
Rajeh represents clients in commercial and residential real estate transactions, providing due diligence and legal intervention when disputes arise. His real estate experience includes breach of contract litigation, title disputes, condemnation proceedings, and transactional representation from contract and attorney review through closing. He has successfully defended foreclosure actions in New Jersey courts and assists homeowners in negotiating loan modifications, short sales, and forbearance arrangements.
Criminal Defense
Rajeh handles criminal defense matters in municipal and Superior Courts throughout New Jersey, including DUI/DWI, traffic matters, disorderly persons offenses, and indictable criminal charges. While at Penn Law School, he completed criminal law internships with both the New Jersey Office of Public Defender and the Major Trials Unit of the Philadelphia Office of the District Attorney — giving him perspective from both sides of criminal proceedings.
Criminal Defense
Appeals
Rajeh handles civil and criminal appeals before the New Jersey Appellate Division and Supreme Court, as well as appeals before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. His appellate practice includes interlocutory applications and post-conviction matters.
Landlord-Tenant Litigation
Rajeh represents both landlords and tenants in eviction proceedings, lease disputes, and related landlord-tenant litigation throughout New Jersey. He also drafts and negotiates leases on behalf of landlords and tenants.
Civil Litigation
Rajeh’s civil litigation practice encompasses both law and equity matters, collections, and a range of municipal court proceedings throughout New Jersey.
Education, Admissions & Leadership
Bar Admissions
- State of New Jersey
- State of New York
- U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Education
University of Pennsylvania Law School (Ivy League)
- Outstanding Pro Bono Service Award — Homeless Advocacy Project
- Elected Class Officer by peers
Rutgers University
- Edward J. Bloustein Distinguished Scholar
- Rutgers College Honors Program
- Dean's List
Judicial & Court Service
- Law Clerk to the Honorable Hany A. Mawla, New Jersey Superior Court (now Appellate Division; formerly presiding judge, Family Part, Somerset, Hunterdon & Warren Counties)
- New Jersey Supreme Court Family Practice Committee, Member
- Family Part Early Settlement Panelist, Court of New Jersey
Representative Case
- M.A.P. v. E.B.A., 471 N.J. Super. 250, 272 A.3d 921 (Super. Ct. App. Div. 2022)
Professional Leadership
- New Jersey State Bar Association — Trustee
- NJSBA Young Lawyers Division — Chair
- NJSBA Young Lawyers Division — Treasurer; Parliamentarian; Somerset County Representative
- NJSBA — Diversity Committee; Appellate Practice Committee; Equity Jurisprudence Committee; Family Law Section; Amicus Committee; Insurance Benefits Committee
- New Jersey Muslim Lawyers Association — President
- American Bar Association — Member
- New York State Bar Association — Member
- Somerset County Bar Association — Member
- Middlesex County Bar Association — Member
- Hunterdon County Bar Association — Member
- Union County Bar Association — Member
Pro Bono & Community Service
- Volunteer, Wafa House (domestic violence support center)
- Sponsor, law student fellows, Center for Security, Race and Rights at Rutgers Law School
- Board Member, NJ chapter, Council on American-Islamic Relations
- Board of Advisors, Center for Security, Race and Rights, Rutgers Law School
- Attorney, Board of Health, Township of Springfield, NJ
- Member, Springfield Planning Board and Zoning Board of Adjustment
- Intern, New Jersey Office of Public Defender
- Intern, Major Trials Unit, Philadelphia District Attorney's Office
What Clients and Colleagues Say
"I'm an attorney licensed in Texas and Raj consulted with me about a multi-jurisdiction family law matter. Raj was knowledgeable, punctual, professional and insightful. He clearly knows his stuff and as a colleague, looking for expertise in litigation, my experience was he was top-notch. As a colleague and fellow specialists, I give my highest recommendation of this firm. His staff was also courteous and professional. In my opinion — look no further. This guy is the real deal."
Family Law · Attorney Peer Review
"Rajeh and his team were able to handle an extremely difficult situation the best I could have ever expected. His great feedback and honesty to all my complicated requests was truly appreciated. Rajeh even took the time to speak with me after office hours when needing time sensitive guidance. I could not have asked for a better attorney and legal support, as I would be more than willing to work with his office again as needed. Highly recommended!"
Family Law
"My immediate reaction after my first consultation with Rajeh was thinking how different he is from other lawyers who I interviewed. In addition to his superb legal knowledge, expertise and useful insights, he was attentive and supportive. Rajeh helped me understand how to file for change of custody, adjusting child support and other family related issues. Rajeh is always there to answer legal questions in a detailed yet concise manner and on time. He is patient and makes sure that I understand the issue and offer alternative solutions. I highly recommend hiring Rajeh, he is very professional, a fantastic lawyer and a wonderful human being. You are lucky to have him on your team."
Custody & Family Law
Schedule a Consultation
Call Our Office
(908) 864-7884
If you are facing a divorce, family law matter, criminal charge, real estate dispute, or other legal issue in New Jersey, The Law Office of Rajeh A. Saadeh, L.L.C., is ready to help. Contact our office to discuss your matter. Free consultations are available in certain circumstances.
1200 Route 22 East
Suite 2000
Bridgewater, NJ 08807-2943
Send a Message