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Joseph Vincent Camerlengo Jr.
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An extremely hardworking and passionate advocate for our clients, Joe Camerlengo specializes in serious personal injury and wrongful death claims caused by tractor trailer and commercial motor vehicle crashes. Joe is board certified in civil trial law by the Florida Bar and the National Board of Trial Advocates in Truck Accident Law. Joe lectures other attorneys on handling tractor trailer crashes all over the country and has served as faculty at the AAJ Truck Litigation College. Joe has achieved a preeminent AV rating by Martindale Hubbell and has been repeatedly voted by his peers as a Florida Super Lawyer, a member of Florida’s Legal Elite and a National Trial Attorneys top 100.
Joe is passionate about making our roads safer by pursuing and helping other attorneys pursue, bad trucking companies and dangerous truck drivers. Joe remains actively involved in the leading trucking litigation attorney organizations. He is the Vice President and a Board Member of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys; the Membership Chair and a Board Member of the American Association for Justice Interstate Truck Litigation Group; a board member of the National Board of Trucking Trial Advocates; and Co-Chair of the Florida Justice Association’s Trucking Litigation Group.
Joe began his legal career defending insurance companies and corporations for 7 years before founding the Camerlengo Law Group in 2001 to focus on civil justice. He has been representing plaintiffs in serious injury and death cases since then and enjoys the challenge of taking on large corporations and insurance companies. In 2014, Joe and his team joined Coker, Shickel, Sorenson, Posgay, Camerlengo & Iracki. In 2017, Joe joined forces with leading trucking trial attorneys Michael Leizerman and Joe Fried to form The Truck Accident Law Firm.
Joe is a double Gator, having received his B.S.B.A. in Finance in 1991 and his Juris Doctorate from the University of Florida Levin College of Law in 1994, both with honors. Joe has been a member of the Florida Bar since 1994, and is also admitted to the United States District Court, for the Middle and Southern Districts of Florida and the Unites States Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals.
Joe is actively involved in the Florida and Jacksonville Bar and his community and is a recognized leader on diversity and inclusion issues. Joe currently serves on a Florida Bar Grievance Committee. He has served on the Florida Bar’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee since its inception, serving as chairman in 2011-2012. He is a Past President of the Jacksonville Bar Association. Joe also supports several charitable and community organizations such as the American Cancer Society, the Jacksonville Human Society, the Jacksonville Host Committee for Florida’s Children First and Leadership Jacksonville. He enjoys coaching kids’ sports, playing golf, working out, surfing and, most importantly, spending time with his wife and their daughters.
Focusing on Truck Accidents and Crashes Solely since 1994 - Call 855-393-8268 for a Free Case Review!
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Litigation
20%
Personal Injury
20%
32 years
Transportation
20%
Trucking Accident
20%
23 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 31 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
The Truck Accident Law Firm
1200 Riverplace Boulevard, Ste 902, Jacksonville, FL, 32207
truckcrashlaw.comOnline Presence
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Joseph Vincent Camerlengo Jr.'s Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Chrisy | July 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Dependable Excellent Attorney
Joe and his team are the top Truck Crash Attorney's in the US. They are dependable, reliable and upfront. I would have been lost without their guidance and expert knowledge through my case. I relied on them and they were always there, knowing exactly what to do. Thank you!
Posted by Dana | July 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Expert prevails
Mr. Camerlengo took the time to be caring and respectful to me and my loss. He did not make me feel like yet another client on the conveyor belt. With his help, we were able to settle with my best interests in mind. He was effective and efficient and would highly recommend him to anyone.
Posted by Stace | July 12, 2013
Diamond in the ruff!
Honesty, Integrity, dedicated..what more can I say. I am 110% satisfied with everything the Camerlengo Firm has to offer from the 1st call throughout. If you want an attrny who has your best interrest and won't lose you in a pile of xxxxxx # of other files, this is the firm to go to. I've not only ga...
Posted by Staci | June 11, 2013
TOP NOTCH!
Amazing Top of the line, doesn't get any better. The information and time given by Mr. Anderson of the Camerlengo Law Firm is OUTSTANDING. He is the most well educated, up to speed know's his stuff attorney. I've spoken with 3 others who couldn't hold a candle. My brother-in-law, close friends and si...
Posted by Richard | April 24, 2008
Dr. P
I am pleased to be able to sing the praises of Mr. Camerlengo and his firm. It is truly a pleasure to finally work with an attorney who is efficient, organized and actually does what he says he will do. He utilizes the available technology and his organization is 2nd to none. He was willing to co-...
Joseph Vincent Camerlengo Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"Joe is wonderful to work with - he is knowledgeable, skilled, and caring."
"Joe is one of the finest trucking lawyers in Florida. I have heard Joe speak at a number of seminars and have seen some of his work firsthand. He cares deeply about his clients and brings tremendous skill and determination to each case. I recommend Joe without hesitation."
"I endorse this talented and knowledgeable attorney, who is well-respected in the legal community."
"I endorse Joseph. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I was fortunate enough to work with Mr. Camerlengo on a very complicated personal injury case. In thirteen years of practice, I have not seen a lawyer work harder for his client. I would recommend anyone who has a personal claim to Mr. Camerlengo."
"Mr. Camerlengo is one of the finest personal injury/trial attorneys in Florida and for that reason I would highly recommend him to any potential client. He is smart, aggressive, knowledgeable, and very experienced. You can't go wrong with Mr. Camerlengo."
"A top- notch trial lawyer and a great guy who cares about his clients."
"Joe really cares for his clients. Joe gives you professional representation with quality results. He knows everything about trucking rules and regulations and he has excellent trial skills. I would recommend Joe to any of my clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Camerlengo is a great mentor to young lawyers and also a great advocate for his clients. Having worked on several matters with Mr. Camerlengo, I can say that his dedication to his clients, the community and the profession are unparalleled."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Without hesitation, I recommend Joe. He is an excellent lawyer and person. Do not hesitate to call him if legal trouble finds you. He will take great care of you and your problems"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Joe is one of the top personal injuries lawyers in Northeast Florida. He is a strong advocate for his clients."
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Joe both personally and professionally for several years. From time to time I am presented with personal injury matters that fall outside of the scope of my business law practice and feel confident referring the most complex of cases to Joe and his team. I fully endorse this attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I worked in the same firm for several years and was always impressed with his dedication to his clients. He always went above and beyond when it came to representing injured clients. I would highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have had the privilege of litigating against Joe Camerlengo and have found that he was extremely professional and diligent. He enjoys an excellent reputation in the Jacksonville legal community. He is truly a champion of his clients' rights."
"An endorseable attorney must be well versed in the area of law they practice as well as dealing with the practical and emotional challenges the clientel will encounter during their unenvious experience with personal injury. Also, an endoresable attorney must have strong social ties with the local attorney and civic community. Mr. Camerlengo emmits these characteristics as an exceptional attorney and as the encumbent Jacksonville Bar President; therefore, I endorse him unconditionally."
"I endorse this lawyer's work ethics, morality and loyalty to his practice. He is an ideal representation of a honest attorney, that always places his client's interest above and beyond his own. "
Brandon Beardsley
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
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
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Board Certified - Civil Trial, Florida Bar
2014
Legal Elite - Civil Trial, Florida Trend Magazine
2014
Florida Super Lawyer - Civil Trial/Personal Injury and Death, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Florida Super Lawyer - Civil Trial/Personal Injury and Death, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Florida Super Lawyer - Civil Trial/Personal Injury and Death, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Florida Super Lawyer - Civil Trial/Personal Injury and Death, Super Lawyers Magazine
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Florida Super Lawyer - Civil Trial/Personal Injury and Death, Super Lawyers Magazine
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Florida Super Lawyer - Civil Trial/Personal Injury and Death, Super Lawyers Magazine
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
40 Most Influential People Under 40, The Jacksonville Business Journal
2008
Florida Super Lawyers - Personal Injury Law, Super Lawyers Magazine
2006
Legal Elite - Civil Trial Law, Florida Trend Magazine
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Founding Member, The Truck Accident Law Firm
2003 - Present
Founding Member, Camerlengo Law Group, P.L.
2001 - 2003
Founding Shareholder, Joseph V. Camerlengo, P.A.
1994 - 2001
Associate, Taylor, Day & Rio
Associations
2011 - Present
Florida BarBoard Certified Civil Trial Attorney
2008 - Present
Jacksonville Bar AssociationPresident
2006 - Present
Jacksonville Justice AssociationTreasurer
2001 - Present
Florida Justice Association (Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers)Member
2001 - Present
Jacksonville Justice AssociationMember
2001 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
1994 - Present
Florida BarMember
1994 - Present
Jacksonville Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2007 - 2008
Jacksonville Bar AssociationPresident-Elect
2005 - 2006
Jacksonville Trial Lawyers AssociationSecretary
Sample of Legal Cases
Michael Stevens vs. Stoff Motor Company
$4.85 million jury verdict
Confidential
Settled in litigation
Confidential
Confidential Settlement
Plaugher vs. Sabatini
$1.2 million verdict for Plaintiff
Sirmans vs. Adventure Landing Water Park
$1.1 Million verdict for Plaintiff
Estate of Toni Ann Johnson vs. SAIA Motor Freight Lines, LLC
Settled in 5 months
Education
1994
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor - with honors
1991
University of Florida
B.S. B.A. in Finance - with honors
1991
University of Florida
BSBA
Speaking Engagements
2012
Preserving Your Client's Appellate Rights
Working with Appellate Counsel at the Trial Level
2011
CLE on Voir Dire and Jury Selection
Recent Jury Selection Case Law
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers