Joseph Gaspar DeGaetano

Also known as Joe DeGaetano
Joseph Gaspar DeGaetano

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Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 5.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Overview

Practice Areas

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Contingent (25%-33%), Free Consultation (60 minutes)

Payment types

Cash, Check

Contact Information

Languages Spoken

  • English

About Me

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I am a Chattanooga trial lawyer representing clients in personal injury, insurance, and business disputes throughout Tennessee and Georgia. Click here for... more

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Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“Very Professional and Reasonable Fees”

Posted by: Rod, about 1 year ago.

Client Review: Admittedly, personal injury attorney's have some of the lowest credibility and professionalism scores of any category of professionals. If more... more
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5 star rating

“Carolyn Coleman”

Posted by: a Slip and Fall client, almost 4 years ago.

Client Review: Joe was very professional & kept my best interest in mind. Not familiar with the legal system, Joe kept me informed & guided me all the way. He... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

9 endorsements


Patricia Best Vital

I endorse this lawyer. Joe served as a panel arbitrator in the local bar association's fee dispute arbitration program which I chaired. He and I... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Patricia Vital , Chattanooga (TN), 24 days ago
Martin Wayne Lester

Joe DeGaetano is a strong advocate for his clients. He is dedicated, intelligent, and hard-working. I am happy to endorse him.

Endorsement from lawyer: Martin Lester , Chattanooga (TN), About 1 month ago
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Résumé

 

License

13 years since Joseph Gaspar DeGaetano was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Georgia Active Member in Good Standing 2000 05/03/2013
Tennessee Authorized to practice law 2001 03/17/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Attorney at DeGaetano Law Firm 2009–present
Attorney at Law Offices of Morgan Adams 2007–2009
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
University of Georgia School of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 2000
Vanderbilt University Economics BS - Bachelor of Science 1996

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Pro Bono Award Legal Aid of East Tennessee 2006
Order of the Coif University of Georgia School of Law 2000
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Chairman Tennessee Bar Association, Tort and Insurance Law Section 2011–present
Executive Committee Tennessee Bar Association, Tort and Insurance Law Section 2007–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 9
Answers: 55 Legal Answers
1 Best Answer - chosen by asker
15 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
3 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 1 Legal Guide
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Note, "The Need for a Clearer Definition of ‘Affiliate’ in Rule 144 Under the Securities Act of 1933: An Economic Argument" Georgia Law Review 1999

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Liquor Liability Webcast: Overserved But Underinsured 2010
Introduction of Speakers and Agenda regarding Uninsured Motorist Insurance TBA Tort & Insurance Practice Section Uninsured Motorist Seminar 2010
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