Hon. Eugene J. McCaffrey, Jr (Ret.)
Mediator
MEDIATED & ARBITRATED 1,000+ CASES SINCE RETIREMENT
SERVED AS PRESIDING JUDGE, CIVIL DIVISION, NEW JERSEY SUPERIOR COURT
LITIGATED COMPLEX CIVIL & GOVERNMENT MATTERS 20+ YEARS BEFORE JOINING THE BENCH
Calendar
Real-Time
To reserve a mediation session, select a time from the real-time calendar below. The interactive Appointment Request form will collect contact details and case information. Once submitted, we’ll follow up promptly with confirmation and any required documents.
Email notifications and calendar reminders will keep all participants informed and prepared.
Fee Schedule
Transparent
To ensure a smooth process for all parties, mediation fees and policies are outlined as clearly and transparently as possible.
RETENTION OF SERVICES AS A MEDIATOR
Mediation services are billed at $600 per hour, which includes time spent in session, reviewing submissions, and handling related correspondence. This fee is split equally between the parties.
MINIMUM FEE
Time is reserved exclusively for each scheduled matter. A minimum fee equivalent to two hours applies to all confirmed mediations.
Resources
Helpful
The resource hub contains easy access to essential documents to enhance your mediation experience with McCaffrey ADR. Please download Judge McCaffrey’s Rate Card & CV for future reference. Also find guidance on preparing for virtual mediation sessions via Zoom, which will make the process seamless and efficient. Additionally, explore a comprehensive Rules for Mediation, providing clarity and structure to the mediation journey.
RATE CARD & CURRICULUM VITAE
VIRTUAL MEDIATION HELPFUL HINTS
GENERAL MEDIATION GUIDELINES
Experience
Hon. Eugene J. McCaffrey, Jr (Ret.)
Trusted
Judge McCaffrey is a retired Superior Court Judge and seasoned civil litigator who has served as a full-time neutral resolving complex disputes throughout NJ since 2017.
Judge McCaffrey served on the Superior Court of New Jersey from 2004 to 2017, concluding his judicial career as the Presiding Judge of the Civil Division for Cumberland, Gloucester, and Salem Counties. Over more than a decade on the bench, he presided over 130 jury trials and handled a wide range of complex civil matters, including personal injury, employment disputes, professional malpractice, land use, and insurance coverage.
Before his judicial appointment, Judge McCaffrey spent over 20 years as a civil litigator and municipal counsel. He held key positions at several New Jersey law firms and represented governmental entities in land use, contract disputes, labor relations, and redevelopment matters. He is a Certified Civil Trial Attorney and holds an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
Since founding McCaffrey ADR, Judge McCaffrey has mediated and arbitrated over 1,000 matters. He brings deep insight, judicial discipline, and a reputation for fairness to every case.
Mediation Style & Philosophy
Judge McCaffrey approaches mediation with the structure and impartiality expected of a seasoned jurist. Drawing on decades of litigation and judicial experience, he encourages parties to evaluate their positions realistically while facilitating open, solution-focused dialogue. Known for his preparation, diligence, and calm demeanor, he adapts his approach to fit the dynamics of each case and the needs of counsel and clients alike.
Bar Admissions
- State of New Jersey (1982)
- United States District Court for the District of New Jersey
- United States Supreme Court
Professional Memberships
- New Jersey State Bar Association
- Gloucester County Bar Association
- New Jersey District IV Ethics Committee (1997–2001)
- Former Arbitrator, Gloucester County Civil Arbitration Program
Certifications & Specialized Training
- Certified Civil Trial Attorney, New Jersey Supreme Court (Since 1993; Re-certified 2000)
Education
- J.D., May 1982 Rutgers University School of Law, Camden, New Jersey
– Recipient of Ralph W. Donges Scholarship - B.A., May 1979 Catawba College, Salisbury, North Carolina
– Graduated Cum Laude
ACCOMPLISHMENTS AS AN ATTORNEY
- New Jersey Certified Civil Trial Attorney since 1993, re-certified 2000
- Martindale-Hubbell “AV” Rated
- Member of the New Jersey District IV Ethics Committee 1997-2001
SELECT JUDICIAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS
- Chairman of the Supreme Court Arbitration Committee
- Member of the Supreme Court Committee on Expediting Civil Matters
- Member of the Judicial Advisory Committee on Information Technology
- Served as a presenter for ICLE
- Served as a panelist for the New Jersey State Bar Association
- Lectured at Judicial Orientation for newly assigned civil judges.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
JUDGE, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY
Appointed: June, 2004 ~ Retired: June, 2017
2 South Broad Street, Woodbury, New Jersey 08096
Served as Presiding Judge of the Civil Division in Cumberland, Gloucester and Salem Counties since 2010. Presided over 130 civil trials. Regularly conducted settlement conferences and managed complex cases. Served as conflict Judge in General Equity and Probate matters.
MCCAFFREY & RENNER, Counsellors at Law 1996-2004
Co-Founder and Partner
108 Euclid Street, Woodbury, New Jersey 08096
Responsible for administration and management of firm with a diverse case load and clientele. Experience includes extensive litigation in State and Federal Court in areas of personal injury, medical malpractice, employment law, environmental law, labor law, insurance defense, real estate, contract and zoning litigation. Handled numerous jury and bench trials. Practice also includes representation of institutional clients and developers in commercial and residential real estate transactions and zoning and planning. Served as arbitrator in civil arbitration program. Extensive experience in the representation of governmental entities providing advice and counsel on local government law.
ALBERTSON, WARD & McCAFFREY, Counsellors at Law 1986- 1996
Partner
36 Euclid Street, Woodbury, New Jersey 08096
Conducted all aspects of civil litigation with emphasis on personal injury, commercial litigation, employment law, probate, zoning and general equity matters in Federal and State Courts as well as litigation in Federal and State Administrative Courts. Trial counsel in numerous jury and bench trials. Practice also included representation of institutional clients, municipal entities, and developers in commercial and residential real estate transactions and matters before planning / zoning boards. Representation of clients before State regulatory agencies.
MOSS, THATCHER, MOSS, McNeill & Ferreri, P.C. 1982 – 1986
Associate
105 N. Black Horse Pike, Runnemede, New Jersey 08078
Handled civil litigation matters with emphasis on personal injury and chancery matters primarily in State Court. Responsible attorney for jury trials, bench trials and arbitrations. Practice also included representation of municipal entities, zoning and planning matters and cases in municipal court.
SELECTED GOVERNMENT POSITIONS:
Township of Deptford, Solicitor 1984 — 1995
Chief legal counsel for the Township of Deptford. Duties included extensive litigation of personnel matters, general equity matters and commercial tax appeal matters. Also, counsel for labor relations, prepared ordinances, resolutions, and opinion letters and provided general legal counsel. Handled all real estate acquisitions and sale of Township land.
Township of Woolwich, Solicitor 1996 — 2002
Chief legal counsel to the Township of Woolwich. Provided general advice and counsel to the governing body of the Township on governmental issues. Handled litigation involving contract disputes, federal civil rights actions and litigation involving permitting issues and governmental approvals. Responsible for labor relations and contract negotiations. Developed personnel policies and procedures. Prepared and reviewed bid specifications for capital purchases. Prepared ordinances and resolutions for governing body.
Borough of Audubon, Solicitor 1996 – 1997, 2001 -2004
Chief legal counsel to the Borough of Audubon. Responsibilities include labor relations, litigation, preparation of specifications for capital projects and purchases, review of grant applications for redevelopment zones and general legal counsel. Responsible for all legal issues relating to implementation of redevelopment plan in the Borough’s commercial district.
Borough of Tavistock, Solicitor 1991 — 2004
General counsel to governing body providing advice and counsel on all municipal issues affecting the Borough.
Borough of Westville, Prosecutor 1984 — 1989
Responsible for the prosecution of non-indictable criminal matters, motor vehicle violations and Borough ordinance violations.
East Greenwich Township, Planning Board Solicitor 1987 — 1989
Legal representation of planning board in a developing municipality. Experience included review of subdivision and site plan applications, general legal advice to Planning Board and preparation of Resolutions. Assistance in the preparation of a zoning master plan.
State of New Jersey Special Litigation Counsel to Division of Motor Vehicles for Fatal Claims 1982 — 2004
Administrative prosecution of individuals involved in fatal accidents in the State of New Jersey on behalf of the Division of Motor Vehicles.
Practice Areas
Focused
Judge McCaffrey focuses his mediation practice on complex civil disputes that benefit from a neutral with both judicial insight and extensive trial experience. With a reputation for fairness and preparation, he is frequently selected to resolve matters where impartial evaluation and efficient resolution are essential.
FOCUS AREAS
Personal Injury & Wrongful Death
Premises Liability
Professional Malpractice (Medical, Legal, Nursing Home)
Employment & Labor Disputes
Commercial & COMPLEX Business Litigation
Claims Against Public Entities
Construction Defects & Claims
Insurance Coverage Disputes
Probate, Trusts & Estates
Claims Involving Public Entities
Sexual Misconduct
Trucking
Judge McCaffrey has also mediated a wide range of other complex civil disputes, across the following case types:
- Automotive
- Banking & Finance
- Business Dissolution
- Civil Rights
- Commercial/Business
- Community Associations
- Construction
- Consumer Fraud
- Contract Disputes
- Discrimination
- Education
- Employment
- Insurance
- Land Use/Planning
- Legal Malpractice
- Lemon Law
- Local Govt./Municipalities
- Medical Malpractice
- Nursing Homes
- Personal Injury
- Pharmaceuticals
- Police
- Premises Liability
- Probate
- Product Liability
- Professional Fees
- Professional Liability
- Professional Malpractice
- Professional Negligence
- Property Damage
- Real Estate
- Sexual Harassment
- Shareholder Disputes
- Title Disputes
- Torts
- Trusts / Estates
- Unfair Competition
- Wage & Hour/FMLA
- Wrongful Death