Michael Howard Joseph

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Michael Howard Joseph

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

Personal injury Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Criminal Defense ... +8 more

18 West 33rd Street, Suite 400, New York, NY

Virtual Consultation Available

About Michael

Biography

A good lawyer makes all the difference. Offices in New York and Westchester.

Practice Areas

11

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 40%

Constuction Accidents, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Wrongful Death, Truck Accidents, bicyclist hit by cars, Premises Liability, Medical Malpractice and Police Misconduct.

27 years | 20,000 cases

40%
Car Accident 19%

Rear End Collisions, Hit and Run Accidents, Wrongful Death, Pedestrian knock down, Pedestrians hit by cars, bicycle accidents, intersection accidents

27 years | 700 cases

19%
Criminal Defense 10%

Drug and Narcotics, all misdemeanors and felonies, petit larceny, grand larceny, Obstruction, Assault, False Documents, Driving While Intoxicated, DWI, Driving with Suspended License, Resisting Aggrest,

27 years | 500 cases

10%
Birth Injury 5%

Medical malpractice, shoulder dystocia, head injuries.

27 years | 10 cases

5%
Defective and Dangerous Products 5%

Unsafe products, negligence in manufacture, design defect, failure to warn

27 years | 20 cases

5%
Sex Crime 5%

Rape, Statutory Rape,

27 years | 30 cases

5%
Slip and Fall Accident 5%

Defective stairs, slippery substances, snow and ice cases, dangerous premises, lack of handrail cases.

27 years | 500 cases

5%
Trucking Accident 5%

Trucking accidents involving serious personal injury and wrongful death cases.

27 years | 50 cases

5%
Admiralty and Maritime 2%

Injuries at Sea, Seaman's Injuries, Commercial Fishing Injuries, Death on the High Seas, Carriage of Goods by Sea- Cargo Loss, Vessel damage, Marina accidents, Pleasure boat accidents,

27 years | 100 cases

2%
Brain Injury 2%

Traumatic brain accidents from car accidents, trucking accidents, construction accidents, motorcycle accidents, maritime accidents

27 years | 5 cases

2%
Spinal Cord Injury 2%

Neck and back injuries in car, truck, bus and motorcycle accidents, as well as construction accidents and slip and fall accidents.

27 years | 1,000 cases

2%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Gold Client Champion
Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2015 2013 2012
Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2012

Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 25 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 26 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2000

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Michael Joseph

18 West 33rd Street, Suite 400, New York, NY, 10001

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Law Office of Michael H. Joseph PLLC

203 East Post Road, White Plains, NY, 10601

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Online Presence

Other places you can find Michael online.

Michael Howard Joseph's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

Posted by Gabe | February 6, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Creative and Aggressive

I referred a challenging matter to Michael. He soon developed a strategy that resulted in a substantial judgment against the defendant. Michael was communicative and collaborative throughout the process.

Posted by Edward | September 16, 2020 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Excellent legal advisor

Mr. Joseph was able to answer all of my questions regarding my case and provided further clarification on specific concerns I had.

Posted by monifa | February 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Bus accident

He worked very hard to resolve my case. I appreciate his hard and effort. I would recommend anyone who need a good lawyer

Posted by S Tafa | February 8, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

S Tafa

I have had a pleasure to work with Attorney Cliff Nelson at Michael Joseph’s office and we have had a great experience working with them. Mr Nelson is very professional and does a great job. He was available at anytime i needed him to discuss my case and we have some good reslults.

Posted by Joseph Bua | December 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Terrific lawyer

Michael Joseph took my case, which involved very unusual circumstances, but after hard fought negotiations, he was able to achieve a favorable outcome for me. I was very satisfied with Michael and would highly recommend him.

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Michael Howard Joseph's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Ramirez

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. I work on Immigration matters for Michael. He has demonstrated to me a wealth of knowledge in his area of practice and in general. He is very sensitive to the needs of his clients and staff and it is rewarding professionally and personally to work with him."

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Brian Valerio

Unknown lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Arbeit

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stuart Dimartini

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Higbie

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Dec 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. When I need guidance on a complicated issue in a personal injury case against a municipality, my research led me to Mr. Joseph. He was both knowledgeable and generous."

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Zachary Reibstein

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. We've worked together on many cases, he's a sharp guy who knows what he's doing. Anyone who hires him is in a good position."

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Jeffery Greco

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is one of the most compassionate, hard working attorneys I have ever met. You need someone like Michael Joseph if you are ever injured in an accident. He is the guy that will go the extra mile for you."

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Michael Litman

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Michael Joseph is a good lawyer and skilled advocate for all of his clients. He is very knowledgeable in the areas of law he practices, and works hard to get his clients the best results possible."

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Adam Kielich

Unknown lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alexander Restaino

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is well known as one of the best and hardest working lawyers in New York. He fights hard for all of his clients in order to obtain the best possible outcome for their case. He also takes the time to ensure that all of his clients are kept up to date on their case status at all times. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone seeking an attorney."

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Jeffrey Estrella

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Gantt

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ronna DeLoe

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Carlos Blumberg

Criminal defense lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mayo Bartlett

Personal injury lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Joseph is diligent and dedicated to his clients. He provides outstanding representation."

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Michael Palumbo

Admiralty and maritime lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Pierson Backes

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is whip-smart litigator, and I'm pleased to endorse him."

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Edward Zaloba

Civil rights lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is very cooperative and helpful."

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Zachary Reibstein

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Michael Litman

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Mayo Bartlett

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Michael Palumbo

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

Work Experience

2000 - 2004

Attorney, Cappiello Hofmann & Katz

1999 - 2000

Public Defender, Legal Aid Society, Suffolk County

Associations

Westchester County Bar Association

Member

New York City Bar Association

Member

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Manganiello v. City of New York

We have considered all of Agostini's contentions on this appeal and have found them to be without merit. The judgment of the district court is affirmed.

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Education

1999

Tulane University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

State University of New York, College at Oneonta

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

Publications

2010

New York Law Journal Panel Upholds Award Against City

2008

Languages

Spanish

Activity

Top Contributor

Michael earned significant contribution points in 2012.

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