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Joseph P. Awad, is the Founder and Senior partner in Awad & Baker Law, is a distinguished attorney renowned for his trial and appellate advocacy. Mr. Awad began his legal journey at Albany Law School of Union University, where he earned his JD on a full tuition merit scholarship. Mr. Awad also holds a BA from the State University of New York at Binghamton, where he was recognized for "Outstanding Academic Achievement and Departmental Honors" along with an "Honors Thesis" award.
With over forty years of experience, Mr. Awad specializes in medical malpractice, construction site injuries, premise security, automobile crash injuries, and municipal liability. His legal acumen has led to significant recoveries, including million-dollar settlements in over 140 cases and record-setting jury and appellate awards.
Mr. Awad's expertise is acknowledged through numerous awards and honors. He has been recognized annually for more than twenty years as one of the Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers in New York; and consistently received the Legal Eagle Award in Long Island as the Best Personal Injury Trial Lawyer. Since 2001, he has held an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest mark for legal ability and ethical standards. Additionally, he has been recognized by Super Lawyers since 2006 and was named Attorney of the Year in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice for 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 by Top 100 Registry. In 2024 he was recognized in The Wall Street Journal as one of the Most Influential Lawyers in America by lawyers of Distinction.
He was board-certified as a Trial Attorney by the National Board of Trial Advocacy in August of 2002, an American Bar Association Accredited Organization. Mr. Awad has also contributed to over eighty appellate arguments before the Appellate Courts of the State of New York.
Beyond his professional commitments, Mr. Awad is deeply involved in community service, supporting local charities focused on children, veterans, the elderly, and food security. He is an active educator in continuing legal education, has authored a ten-volume series on civil practice and law. Mr. Awad has held leadership roles including President of the Trial Lawyers Association and Governor of the American Association of Justice.
Mr. Awad's previous roles include serving on the New York State Governor's Medical Malpractice Task Force and participating in the judicial selection process for the State of New York at the behest of two Chief Judges of the New York State Court of Appeals. He led and chaired the Long Island section of Trial Lawyers Care, which was the largest pro bono lawyer (free representation) in history involving the families of the victims of the 9/11 terrorist attack.
Joseph P. Awad's extensive experience and dedication continue to make him a pivotal figure in the legal field, tirelessly advocating for those in need.
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2026
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Best Law Firms, U.S. News & World Report – Best Lawyers®
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Top Legal Eagle, Long Island Pulse Magazine / Martindale-Hubbel
2016
New York Area's Best Lawyers, Best Lawyers
2016
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers
2016
Recognized, New York Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Philanthropic Leadership and Volunteerism Award, Dominico-American Society of Queens
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AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
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Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
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AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1900 - Present
Senior Partner, Silberstein, Awad & Miklos, P.C.
2006 - Present
New York State Court of Appeals Judicial Screening Committee for Nassau and Suffolk CountiesMember
Member
Sustaining Member
Member
2007 - 2010
New York State Governor’s Medical Malpractice Task ForceMember
2006 - 2007
New York State Trial Lawyers AssociationPresident
2004 - 2011
American Association for JusticeGovernor
2002 - 2009
National Crime Victim’s Bar AssociationDirector
1981
JD - Juris Doctor
1976
BA - Bachelor of Arts