First Muslim American Municipal Court Judge Appointed In Edison

EDISON, NJ - Mayor Sam Joshi has appointed Asma Warsi, Esq. for judgeship on Edison Municipal Court. Warsi is the first Muslim American to serve as municipal court judge in Edison’s history.

“It’s important that our government reflects its population. I am very proud to announce the appointment of the first Muslim-American municipal court judge in Edison’s history.” Mayor Sam Joshi said.

“This is a historic moment that highlights our commitment to diversity and inclusion in our justice system. Judge Warsi brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and integrity to the bench, and I am confident that she will serve our community with fairness and impartiality.”

Warsi graduated from Rutgers University in 1994 with a Bachelor of Arts in History & Middle Eastern Studies. She received a Master of Arts in Near Eastern Studies from New York University in 1998. Warsi went on to earn a Juris Doctor from the Rutgers University School of Law in 2000, receiving recognition from the Rutgers Computer & Technology Law Journal.

“As a Muslim-American, I am honored to serve as the first Muslim municipal court judge in Edison’s history, and am immensely grateful to Mayor Joshi for giving me this wonderful opportunity,” Warsi said.

“Public service has been the backbone of my career and personal life, and I hope to bring a diverse perspective to the bench to ensure that justice is served for all members of our community.”

Warsi began practicing law in 2000 as an Assistant District Attorney for the Bronx District Attorney’s Office, working in the Appeals Bureau. In 2004 she became the Executive Director & Director of Legal Affairs for the Boaz Community Corporation, Inc., a non-profit legal services provider.

She has also had her own law practice since 2009, representing clients in state and immigrant courts, as well as before the Second and Third Circuits.

Since 2020 Warsi has worked as the Immigration Services Program Director for Catholic Charities of Metuchen.

Born in Pakistan, Warsi immigrated to America and was raised in Metuchen. For the past 19 years, she has lived in Edison with her three children.

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