Joseph R Dawson

Joseph R Dawson

also known as Joe Dawson

4.7
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 43 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas: Personal Injury

110 SE 6th St, Suite 1900, Fort Lauderdale, FL

About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Personal Injury 100%

After a serious injury to our client, our firm aggressively represents out clients against insurance companies seeking to obtain the best settlement or verdict. We understand that time is of the essence and will work tirelessly on your behalf to work your case to conclusion quickly.

43 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 43 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1982

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Utah for 21 years

State: Utah

Acquired: 2004

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Joseph R. Dawson, P.A.

110 SE 6th St, Suite 1900, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301-5005

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Joseph R Dawson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Dave N. | September 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Detail oriented, Experienced Lawyer

I hired Joseph Dawson on a recommendation from a friend to handle my personal injury matter. Not only did he win full recovery on my behalf, but he guided me step by step throughout the entire process. I always knew what was happening since his communication was very frequent. The case did not drag ...on for years rather it was very quick!! His compensation fees were fair. I would highly recommend Joseph Dawson to anyone who is looking to hire an experienced, personal injury attorney! The biggest things to take away from this review are his excellent communication, guidance, and timeliness of the entire process. thank you, Dawson Law Firm!

Posted by Stephanie | June 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Wonderful Attorney

Mr. Dawson came highly recommended and did not disappoint! Promptly returned phone calls, explained things to me at every juncture, and got the results he predicted. I would use him again in a heartbeat - excellent attorney!

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Joseph R Dawson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rowena Racca

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Joe is very passionate about his work. He is very smart and also creative in finding various ways to resolve client cases. I came to work with Joe and have learned so much about litigation. He is a prime example of an exceptional, ethical attorney."

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Lisa Baligian

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"One of the most prepared, intelligent opposing counsel I have ever had the privilege of litigating a case against. I came away from the experience as a better lawyer, myself. I would highly recommend this attorney."

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Kenneth Marc

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Joe for a number of years. I have had the pleasure of assisting Joe on a few of his cases, and he has helped many of my clients. I am very familiar with his dedication to his clients. He is extremely intelligent, creative, and effective in achieving his clients’ goals. His superior knowledge of personal injury makes him the first person I go to when I have legal questions and/or when I need to refer people who need legal expertise in his area of law. I strongly endorse this attorney, Joseph R. Dawson.."

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David Strong

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joe Dawson is a great attorney. He has a wonderful reputation within the legal community. His attention to detail, pure ethical stance and willingness to work hard for his clients make him a role model within the legal community. I often reach out to him for advice and ideas because of his creative problem solving skills and willingness to always help, even if he is busy. I would definitely recommend Joe to anyone looking for a quality, aggressive, detail-oriented personal injury lawyer."

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Marc Epstein

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. More prepared than any lawyer I have worked with or opposed in my thirty-three year career. I would trust him with any legal matter he would accept."

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Matthew Fry

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Joseph Dawson is one of the first attorneys I turn to when I have personal injury matters in Florida. He has been practicing law for over 30 years, and he personally fights for each one of his clients!"

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Rowena Racca

Litigation lawyer

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Victor Dante

Car accident lawyer

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Lisa Baligian

Personal injury lawyer

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David Strong

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2016

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Top Lawyers of South Florida, Daily Business Review

2016

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Top Lawyers, The Legal Network

2014

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1982 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of Joseph R. Dawson, P.A.

Associations

1989 - 1995

Broward County Bar Association

Traffic Court Magistrate

Sample of Legal Cases

David Forgione v Dennis Pirtle Agency, Inc. 701 So. 2d 557 (Fla. 1997).

Mr. Dawson obtained reversal of the trial and intermediate appellate court rulings and an assignment was valid thereby allowing for assignment of rights to accident victim.

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Education

1982

Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor

1979

Eastern Illinois University

BA

Speaking Engagements

2009

Understanding and Updating Florida Law - Personal Injury Cases

Insurance Litigation

N/A

Broward County Traffic Judge Training

Understanding the Florida Traffic Laws

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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