Joseph P. Williams

Joseph P. Williams

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 33 years

Mesothelioma and asbestos Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Mesothelioma & Asbestos, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Defective and Dangerous Products

250 Park Avenue, 7th Floor, New York, NY

About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Mesothelioma and Asbestos 70%

Mr. Williams has established a national reputation as a champion for asbestos exposure victims and their families built on more than 15 years of experience as a lead trial attorney for major New York City law firms that represent asbestos victims and their family members. He has successfully tried hundreds of cases before juries including over a dozen consolidated trial groups of up to ten mesothelioma cases at a time and has been involved in attaining hundreds of millions of dollars for victims

30 years

70%
Defective and Dangerous Products 10%

Mr. Williams has established a national reputation as a champion for asbestos exposure victims and their families built on more than 15 years of experience as a lead trial attorney for major New York City law firms that represent asbestos victims and their family members. He has successfully tried hundreds of cases before juries including over a dozen consolidated trial groups of up to ten mesothelioma cases at a time and has been involved in attaining hundreds of millions of dollars for victims

30 years | 1,000 cases

10%
Personal Injury 10%

Mr. Williams has established a national reputation as a champion for asbestos exposure victims and their families built on more than 15 years of experience as a lead trial attorney for major New York City law firms that represent asbestos victims and their family members. He has successfully tried hundreds of cases before juries including over a dozen consolidated trial groups of up to ten mesothelioma cases at a time and has been involved in attaining hundreds of millions of dollars for victims

30 years | 1,000 cases

10%
Wrongful Death 10%

Mr. Williams has established a national reputation as a champion for asbestos exposure victims and their families built on more than 15 years of experience as a lead trial attorney for major New York City law firms that represent asbestos victims and their family members. He has successfully tried hundreds of cases before juries including over a dozen consolidated trial groups of up to ten mesothelioma cases at a time and has been involved in attaining hundreds of millions of dollars for victims

30 years | 500 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

33%-33%


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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 33 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1993

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 7 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2018

Administrative - Not Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

The Williams Law Firm, PC

250 Park Avenue, 7th Floor, New York, NY, 10177

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Joseph P. Williams's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jackie | May 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Mesothelioma & Asbestos

Hardworking Team

Our mother was diagnosed with mesothelioma in February 2017. It was an extremely difficult time for our family. We were recommended to Mr. Williams through a friend who had a family member also diagnosed with mesothelioma. Mr. Williams met my mother in the hospital and stayed in contact with her ...two daughters, and husband. The Williams Law Firm does a wonderful job keeping the family members in the loop of what occurs with the case. Mesothelioma is a horrible disease that people shouldn’t have. Mr. Williams and his diligent team helped our father to receive justice for a disease our mother never should have been diagnosed with. We recommend Mr. Williams and his team for anyone who needs to deal with mesothelioma or any asbestos case. They are extremely professional and hardworking.

Posted by Gerard | May 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Highly Recommended

In the Fall of 2017 our family retained The Williams Law Firm to represent a member of our family. Mr. Williams took time to visit our home to explain the entire process at the same time answering questions or concerns expressed by the family. During the entire legal process Mr. Williams and his sta...ff kept our family informed, always communicating with us at a level we could all understand. In the final days of my father-in-laws life, Mr Williams became a trusted family friend and adviser as well as our attorney. His recommendations and advice were given to us as if he were part of our family. There are not sufficient stars available for our family to adequately rate the services of The Williams Law Firm that were provided.

Posted by Michael | April 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Mesothelioma & Asbestos

The best mesothelioma lawyer

The Williams Law Firm is definitely where you should turn to if a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma. Joe Williams personally met with my dad in the hospital once Joe heard from my dad and then traveled to my parents’ house to discuss things further once dad was released from the hospita...l. Since there was so much information, my parents were overwhelmed and asked Mr. Williams if he could contact me to go over everything. Mr. Williams had no problem establishing contact with me and setting up a phone interview at my convenience and answered all my questions. As things progressed, Mr. Williams kept me informed every step of the way and what should be expected next. Due to my odd working hours, there were times I spoke to Mr. Williams during off hours and he was fine with that and never rushed our conversations. Furthermore, Mr. Williams has a great staff that also keeps me updated and if I have any questions they get back to me in a quick fashion. I highly recommend the Williams Law Firm for their knowledge, availability, and sincerity.

Posted by Penelope | April 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Mesothelioma & Asbestos

Choosing a great Lawyer

Mr. Williams has been and is currently helping me with my husband’s mesothelioma case. To say that he has worked hard to get results for me would be an understatement. He and his staff have been unfailingly kind and at the same time efficient in helping me with the ins and outs, ups and downs of a ca...se that otherwise I would not have known how to handle. Every member of staff that I have dealt with has kindly and patiently answered my questions, and when unsure of the answer have taken the time to find out and get back to me. I wish that no one would ever have to go through the pain of loss due to this terrible condition, however, I also wish that those who do face this situation would avail themselves of the help that is available to them at this fine and helpful Law Firm. Mr Williams is, dare I say it? Wonderful!

Posted by Chris | April 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Mesothelioma & Asbestos

Did what he said he could do.

In January of 2015 my mother was told she didn’t have a case by an attorney from another firm, no names, but their initials are W&L. A friend of hers suggested she contact an attorney she knows named Joe Williams. Mr. Williams went to the house, as she was unable to travel, and after discussing every...thing, he told my mother “you absolutely have a case”. Betty passed away July 1st, 2015 from mesothelioma. Joe explained to me that this does not end here, and we will continue to pursue the case on your mother’s behalf. Joe and his staff spent the next two and a half years fighting for Betty. The whole time explaining the complex legal process in terms someone without a law degree (me) could comprehend. While it is regrettable that I needed his services, I am grateful they were available.

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Joseph P. Williams's Lawyer Endorsements

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John DiBartolo

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Friend

"I have known Joe for decades. He is smart, diligent and trustworthy. I have been practicing personal injury law for nearly two decades in Massachusetts. When my father suffered a significant knee injury in a slip and fall incident in New York, I sent him to Joe. Joe got great results and was able to walk my father through the legal landscape without my needing to interpret or reexplain anything. He can make complex matters understandable to clients while still being a top notch litigator. I endorse Joe without reservation."

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Pasquale Vairo

Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I would not hesitate to refer a client to Joe Williams. In the 20 years that I have known him, Joe has shown himself to be a attorney of unquestionable integrity, knowledge, and tenacity. He is a savvy litigator and a tireless advocate for his clients. Joe is also a superb trial attorney who possesses the expertise, experience, skill and a commanding courtroom presence that gets results. I endorse this lawyer."

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John DiBartolo

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2015

Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2013

Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2013

Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers

2012

Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2012

Super Lawyer, New York Super Lawyers

2011

Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

1992

Moot Court Honor Soceity - Chairman, Brooklyn Law School

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Lead Trial Attorney, The Williams Law Firm, P.C.

2004 - 2011

Trial Attorney, A Large NYC Litigation Firm

1996 - 2004

Trial Attorney, Major litigation firm in NY

1992 - 1996

Assistant District Attorney, Suffolk County District Attorney's Office

Associations

New York State Bar Association

New York County Bar Association

New York State Trial Lawyers Institute

American Association for Justice

Better Business Bureau Accredited

Moot Court Honor Society

Chairman

Sample of Legal Cases

New York City Asbestos Litigation

Several hundred million dollars in total settlements

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Education

1992

Brooklyn Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

University at Albany

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2014

Litigating Asbestos Cases in Today's Environment

Asbestos Litigation

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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