Falzone, Raymond John

ABOUT MIKE FARHI

Michael Farhi is a partner of the firm specializing in employment law, complex commercial litigation, family law and Municipal and Traffic Court Offenses. He received his undergraduate degree at Ramapo College and his law degree at Seton Hall University School of Law and has been in practice for over 30 years. He believes in aggressive but cost-effective representation, which includes flexible and flat fee arrangements.

In 2012, he was named one of New Jersey’s Top Rated Lawyers in Commercial Litigation and Labor and Employment Law by Inside Jersey Magazine and as one of Bergen County New Jersey’s  Top Lawyers by (201) Magazine for professional excellence. Mike is a former contributing editor, The Bergen Barrister and avid blogger on many legal issues (see his blogs on the Home Page of this website).

He served as Municipal Prosecutor in both Waldwick and Rochelle Park, Special Labor Counsel for Bergen County, the Borough of Bogota and the City of Hoboken. He is a member of the Bergen County Bar Association, New York State Bar Association, the American Association for Justice and the New Jersey Society of Human Rights Managers and is admitted to practice in:

• The Superior Court of New Jersey
• Municipal & Traffic Courts in New Jersey
• The Appellate Courts of New Jersey
• The Federal District Courts in New Jersey
• The Supreme Courts in New York
• Municipal & Traffic Courts in New York
• The Appellate Courts of New York
• The Southern and Eastern District Federal Courts of New York

MIKE FARHI AND EMPLOYMENT LAW

In addition to having over 30 years’ experience assisting small to medium sized businesses, Mike has successfully both defended and prosecuted claims of discrimination (sex, age, ancestry, race, national origin, nationality, marital status and physical or mental disability). He negotiates with unions, drafts severance, employment and non-compete agreements and handles wage and hour, unemployment and other administrative claims. He writes personnel policies  and advises his clients on employee relations. In addition, he advises other attorneys representing public entities in handling those issues.
Much of that experience has come from having represented Borough of Paramus Blue & White Collar employees, Township of Wayne Blue Collar employees and Leonia teachers in labor-management matters. Other experience includes Mike’s numerous appearances before governmental agencies such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights, the New York Division of Human Rights and the Divisions on Unemployment in both states. 

MIKE FARHI AND BUSINESS LITIGATION

In the fast paced and competitive world of business, profits and growth is what creates success. But disputes will arise, with competitors, customers, vendors, business partners, insurance companies and employees, that can hurt business.  A contract that’s broken, a customer list that’s stolen, a non-compete agreement that’s ignored, can all cost money.  When a problem can't be solved between business people, Mike Farhi can help. He takes the time to understand your business and how to aggressively protect it. Over his 30 plus years, Mike has acquired the knowledge, experience and resources to explore options and devise strategies to resolve business disputes, in or out of court. Using that background and his recognized reputation in the legal community, he handles breach of contract claims, business transactions that have "gone bad," insurance coverage disputes, intellectual property misappropriation claims and partnership disputes.
His advice will be based on the details of the dispute, your resources, your time, your tolerance for risk and your personal goals. If necessary, he will pursue your case aggressively. However, if he can satisfactorily resolve the dispute quickly and cost-effectively through negotiations, mediation or arbitration, Mike will do so.

MIKE FARHI AND FAMILY LAW

In Family Law, Mike Farhi is known for his knowledge, experience, understanding and compassion in assisting clients and aggressiveness in fighting for their rights and those of their children, if necessary. He has appeared in Family Court in most New Jersey Counties, in New York and before the New Jersey Supreme Court on the question of cohabitation and spousal support. He handles all types of disputes between spouses and/or partners, including:

• Contested and uncontested divorce
• Child custody and visitation
• Child Support and Spousal Support  
• Property division, including dividing complex assets and debt
• Domestic Violence
• Protection of Children

MIKE FARHI AND MUNICIPAL & TRAFFIC COURT

As a former Municipal Court Prosecutor, Mike Farhi is well equipped to provide experienced and aggressive representation to defend the following charges:

• All Traffic Offenses 
• Disorderly Conduct Charges.
• Assault & Battery Charges.
• Shoplifting & Other Theft Charges.

Getting a criminal record is a serious risk if you don’t have the right representation. It can hurt your job, your credit and your family. Whether you choose Mike Farhi or another experienced attorney, you should consult with someone before going to Court yourself.