Cumberland County Attorney Shari-Ann Sasu Certified in Criminal Trial Law by the New Jersey Supreme Court

Vineland, NJ — April 28, 2025 — The New Jersey Supreme Court has officially certified Shari-Ann Sasu, a respected attorney based in Cumberland County, in the area of Criminal Trial Law. This prestigious credential places her among an elite group of legal professionals recognized for their high level of competence and dedication to criminal law practice.

Ms. Sasu emigrated from Jamaica at the age of five and was raised in Vineland, New Jersey. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from The College of New Jersey in 2005 and went on to receive her Juris Doctor from Rutgers-Camden School of Law in 2010.

She began her legal career clerking for the Honorable Georgia M. Curio, former Assignment Judge of Vicinage XV. For the past 14 years, Ms. Sasu has practiced criminal law in Bridgeton, NJ, where she is known for her dedication, legal expertise, and advocacy on behalf of victims.

Certification by the New Jersey Supreme Court involves a rigorous vetting process, requiring attorneys to:

• Be in good standing with the New Jersey Bar for at least five years
• Complete extensive continuing legal education
• Demonstrate substantial involvement in litigated criminal matters
• Earn the respect of judges and attorneys who vouch for their qualifications
• Pass a comprehensive written examination

Ms. Sasu is currently the only Black and female attorney certified in criminal trial law in Cumberland County, marking a historic and meaningful milestone for representation and excellence within the New Jersey legal community.

Her commitment to justice is at the heart of her advocacy, and this certification further enhances her ability to positively impact the lives of those she serves.