Bruce I. Goldstein

Bruce was born in the Weequahic section of Newark to Dr. Samuel and Gertrude Goldstein. He graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Rutgers College in 1964 and then earned a scholarship to Cornell Law School. In a legal career spanning more than five decades, Bruce was regarded as one of the most talented and sought after litigators in New Jersey. His love for the legal profession was contagious.

Bruce launched his career as a federal prosecutor at the U.S. Attorney’s office in New Jersey, where he rose to the post of Executive Assistant U.S Attorney. In 1976 he received the prestigious Attorney General Distinguished Service Award for his successful prosecution of political corruption.

In 1977, Bruce went into private practice with former U.S. Attorney David M. Satz, a trusted friend and partner. For more than 30 years - much of that time as managing partner - Bruce led and helped build Saiber, Schlesinger, Satz & Goldstein into one of New Jersey’s premier law firms. For the last ten years, Bruce enjoyed practicing law at Anselmi & Carvelli, LLP, where he helped mentor younger attorneys, as he had for many decades.

In 2005, following a serious heart attack and related complications, Bruce underwent a successful heart transplant, thanks to an incredible medical team at Columbia Presbyterian and the generosity of an anonymous donor. Bruce remained profoundly grateful for that gift, and he went on to serve as Chairman of the Board of the NJ Sharing Network (from 2015 - 2017), which provides services and support to individuals awaiting transplantation.

The greatest joy of Bruce’s life was his family. His love for his wife, Marjorie (Margie), and their two sons, Jed and Geoffrey, was boundless and unconditional. Bruce and Margie met in the spring of 1967 and built a beautiful life together - one filled with immense love, longstanding friendships, strong community ties, and laughter. Many of Bruce’s favorite moments were spent guiding and supporting his sons and watching them grow. He cherished his time with his grandchildren, family, and many close friends. He was a dedicated member of the Jewish community and an avid patron of the arts. He particularly loved classical music, which he often played at jarringly loud volumes.

Bruce will be remembered for his kind heart, generosity of spirit, and remarkable ability to connect deeply with people from all walks of life. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Marjorie, his sons Jed and Geoffrey, his daughter-in-law Stacy and his three grandchildren, Hazel, Ivy and Sam. He is predeceased by his brother, Jerome Goldstein (2020).

Memorial Contributions may be made in Bruce’s name to NJ Sharing Network; www.njsharingnetwork.org.