$ 350-450 per hour
Joseph M Ghabour
About Joseph
Biography
Joseph M. Ghabour is the founding attorney of Joseph M. Ghabour & Associates, LLC. He is a graduate of the City University School of Law at Queens College (Juris Doctor 2003) and Rutgers University (Bachelor of Arts 1998). During and after graduation from law school, Joseph joined Gentile & Associates in New York City, NY, where he worked on representing personal injury and medical malpractice victims. Joseph has handled numerous personal injury cases from the initial stages through final resolution. Joseph focuses his practice on personal injury because he has a strong passion for the rights of accident victims, particularly those who are being taken advantage of by insurance companies.
Joseph is dedicated to helping injury victims protect their rights. Joseph prides himself on being able to provide the utmost in personalized attention to each client. Each case is given Joseph’s utmost attention and because Joseph is very selective in the cases he accepts, the client can rest assured that if Joseph takes his or her case, it will be given Joseph’s complete attention.
Joseph is very active in the community and has held numerous seminars to educate members of society on personal injury law. He is a member of the Coptic Orthodox Church of St. Mark in Jersey City where he serves as a Deacon and Sunday School Teacher. Joseph is also mentor to numerous law school and college students and is legal advisor to various organizations. Committed to the people and communities he serves, Joseph accepts pro bono work and is a firm believer in community involvement.
Joseph is admitted to practice law in the following jurisdictions:
- State of New Jersey
- State of New York
- US District Court of New Jersey
and is a member of the following legal organizations:
- Hudson County Bar Association
- Middlesex County Bar Association
- New Jersey State Bar Association
- New York State Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- New Jersey Association for Justice
- Coptic Lawyers Association
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
20%-33%
Pro bono
10 %
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Florida for 5 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 22 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 22 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
Joseph M . Ghabour & Associates, LLC
721 State Route 34, Suite 1, Matawan, NJ, 07747
Joseph M. Ghabour & Associates, LLC
1025 Broadway, Bayonne, NJ, 07002
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Posted by Hany | February 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
The Go-To and Number 1
Joe is the go-to attorney for personal injury cases. He's a genuine expert, anticipating the next steps with precision. His thorough preparation consistently gives him the advantage in every case he handles. I've already referred a couple of friends to him, and their positive feedback assures me that...
Posted by Dominick Caligiuri | December 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Dominick & Alice Caligiuri
I would not hesitate recommending the Law Offices of Joseph Ghabour. Our Real Estate Sale went as smooth as could be. Mr Lewandi was very caring and dedicated to completing the sale of our home. His entire staff Gave us peace of mind through every aspect of our home sale. A special Thanks to Emad, A...
Joseph Ghabour
Replied last December 13, 2017Thank you so much for this encouraging feedback! Our goal is to do right by our clients, and I am happy to see our staff did just that. We absolutely rely on this kind of information to assess our performance as a team. Your words and encouragement mean a lot to us professionally and personally. Thank you for trusting us with your sale. We look forward to serving and supporting you in the future.
Posted by John | July 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Residential
Joe did our house closing
This review is a little bit overdue, but very well deserved. Mr. Ghabour represented me during my house closing. He and his staff were EXCEPTIONAL!!! They handled all matters quickly and professionally. Any time I had a concern they immediately addressed it and resolved all issues that arose throug...
Joseph Ghabour
Replied last July 14, 2016Thank you, John! We are so grateful that you took the time to review our firm, even after a year! What a compliment! We appreciate your business, your feedback, and your trust in us. Please don't hesitate to connect with us should you have any questions or legal needs in the future. Our best to you and your family!
Posted by John | July 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Issue Free Real Estate Closing
Joseph and Ann are dedicated professionals. Their hard work in the weeks and days leading up to the purchase of my first home made the whole process about as smooth it could be. Joseph navigated me through unanticipated issues with banks and the local government. I would recommend their services t...
Joseph Ghabour
Replied last July 01, 2016We appreciate your comments and the time you took to share them with us. Thank you for allowing our firm to be a part of your first home purchase. Best wishes!
Posted by Kyle | May 13, 2014 | Real Estate
Real Estate Transaction(s)
Joseph Ghabour & Ann assisted my fiance and I with our real estate transaction that has turned into several transactions due to some interesting circumstances. Throughout this process we've had some difficulties with overreaching sellers and attornies. I consider myself fairly knowledgable in the are...
Joseph M Ghabour's Lawyer Endorsements
"Joseph M. Ghabour knows how complex and often frightening the legal process can be to the consumer. He understands that the legal consumer needs and advocate that truly listens to his clients and is fully committed to seeing that their legal rights are protected. If you or a family member has sustained a catastrophic injury in Northern or Central New Jersey Joseph Ghabour is the attorney to call before your speak to any insurance company representative."
"As a New York Attorney I often have to refer clients to New Jersey Counsel since accidents, life events and other legal needs often don't care about borders! If I am going to refer someone to counsel in New Jersey Joseph M. Ghabour comes to the top of the list. Joseph is the type of attorney who is there for his clients, helps his clients understand what is going on and provides them the 'legal expertise' so that they can get on witht their lives."
"Joe is an excellent attorney and a trustworthy advisor. He is a straight shooter and has a calming influence in the middle of stressful situations."
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"I endorse Joseph. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
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"Mr. Ghabour is an exemplary attorney. I would refer anyone and everyone to him on a regular basis. Despite the fact that I have been a judge, magistrate, prosecutor, and private attorney for over 24 years, I continue to learn from him daily from his Avvo posts. I would recommend that you hire him in an instant."
"Mr. Ghabour is an Honest and Knowledgeable attorney. I endorse Mr. Ghabour."
"Joseph cares about educating his clients and helping get the results they deserve. I am happy to recommend him."
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"Joe has consistently provided members of this forum with well reasoned answers. His knowledge of the subject matter is quite clear as well as his empathy for clients. A pleasure to endorse him."
"I endorse Joseph for any individual seeking assistance with a Real Estate or Worker's Compensation matter in the Matawan area."
"Joseph Ghabour is a zealous advocate with an excellent understanding of the New Jersey law. He is a credit to his profession. If I have a client that needs counsel for himself, family or friend in New Jersey, I refer them to his office. I endorse Attorney Ghabour."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Ghabour fights very hard for his clients and even recovers from insurance companies that initially deny claims. He is an expert in the field and has written numerous books on the topic. A great book that he has written is "Your Car Is Wrecked! Don't Wreck Your Accident Case!""
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"As a fellow attorney in New Jersey, i can say that Mr. Ghabour is an intelligent attorney who cares for his clients. I endorse this lawyer"
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"Joseph is a successful personal injury litigator in New Jersey. He is a Professional and friendly and I without a doubt endorse Mr. Ghabour."
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Experience
Honors
2014
2014 Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2013
2013 Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2013
Who's Who for Executives and Professionals, THE HERITAGE REGISTRY OF WHO'S WHO
2011
Attorney Contribution Award, Voice of Belady Newspaper
Work Experience
2002 - 2003
Paralegal, Gentile & Associates
Associations
2012 - Present
Coptic Lawyers AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Middlesex County Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
Hudson County Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
New Jersey Association for JusticeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
$200,000 for Pedestrian Accident
Settled for $200,000
110,000.00 Settlement before trial
$110,000.00
40,000.00 Settled before Lawsuit Filing
40,000.00
$100,000 Settlement
$100,000.00
$30,000 for Motor Vehicle Accident
Settled for $30,000
70,000 for rear hit accident
Settled for $70,000
$75,000 for Pedestrian Accident
$75,000
Unanimous Jury Verdict for Client
Jury Verdict in Favor of our client
$140,000 Judgment Products Liability
$140,000 Judgment
Failing to Stop at Stop Sign
Case settled for policy limits from Allstate Insurance Company and we obtained additional compensation for our client under our client’s Underinsured Motorist Coverage
Slip and Fall
Case settled the day of trial before jury selection
DWI Crash
Settled for Policy Limits and additional settlement from Underinsured Motorist Coverage
Education
2003
City University of New York School of Law at Queens College
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Rutgers University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Immigrant's Conference
What to do when involved in an auto accident
2012
Career Night
Career as an Attorney
2012
10 Minute
Auto Accident Basics
2010
Immigration and Citizenship Forum
2010- Naturalization Review
2010
Homebuyer's Seminar
First Time Homebuyer's Seminar
2009
Immigration and Citizenship Forum
2009- Naturalization Review
2008
Immigration and Citizenship Forum
2008- Naturalization Review
Publications
2011
Joseph M. Ghabour, Esq.
Auto Insurance Guide
2011
Word Association Publishers
Your Car is Wrecked! Don't Wreck Your Injury Case
2011
Word Association Publishers
A Basic Guide to the Injured Bicyclist
2011
Word Association Publishers
The Essential Guide to Pedestrian Safety
2011
Word Association Publishers
Safe and Secure--Guide to Child Safety
2011
Word Association Publishers
When the Open Road is Not So Friendly--Guide to Motorcycle Accidents
2011
Word Association Publication
Diary for the Injured
Languages
Arabic
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
In New Jersey does a landlord have to provide a refrigerator? I know a dishwasher, washer and dryer are not required.
08 May 2014
Q&A
If a tenant wants to pre-pay 6 months of their lease in advance, is that legal in NJ?
31 Jan 2013
Q&A
I recently moved out of an illegal apartment in NJ without having to be evicted. Am I entitled to 6x the rent?
06 Sep 2012