Joseph John Bernardo
About Joseph
Biography
Bernardo Injury Law has served the citizens of Fort Myers, Florida, for over 25 years. We strive to provide aggressive, high-quality representation to injury victims. Our law firm never has and never will represent an insurance company. When you are injured or have lost a loved one due to negligence, Fort Myers injury lawyer Joe Bernardo and our dedicated team will protect your rights and fight for the compensation you are entitled to.
Our personal injury lawyer will collect no fee unless we recover a settlement or jury verdict on your behalf. For a free consultation, call or toll free at , or send us an e-mail at
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
38 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
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Licensed in Florida for 39 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1986
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Location
Bernardo Injury Law
1601 Jackson St Ste 104, Fort Myers, FL, 33901-2948
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Joseph John Bernardo's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 22 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Mia | August 23, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Great experience
Joe and his staff made my a huge difference in what happened to me. He helped every step of the way and made sure me and my mom knew what was going on. He pushed to make sure he got the nest outcome for me.
Posted by anonymous | August 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Excellent
Daughter was rear-ended at a red light and sustained life changing injuries. Joe was great explaining everything and keeping communication open.
Posted by Frank | June 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney
GREAT LAWYER
Joe did a great job on my personal injury case! I highly recommend him! If you need a good result and personal attention GET JOE!!!
Posted by Stephony | December 8, 2021 | Hired Attorney
POLICY LIMITS!
Joe and Tammi did a great job! They handled everything necessary between the medical providers and me and made it easy! The best part was they negotiated aggressively and got me policy limits without going to court. They also negotiated the Workers’ Compensation lien down to about 10% of what it coul...
Posted by Kevin | September 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Motorcycle accident
Joe helped me so much with the insurance company and medical issues, his firm was very easy to deal with and answered all info needed, thanks again Joe
Joseph John Bernardo's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Joseph Bernardo for over 20 years. During this time, he has distinguished himself as a leading personal injury attorney in the S.W. Florida area. Joe is as friendly and personable as he is effective in the courtroom. Great guy, great lawyer."
"I have known Joe Bernardo for many years. He is a conscientous lawyer with a pitbull mentality. He works hard for all his clients and practices law with a great deal of compassion and a committment to his clients. He is a credit to the profession."
"I've known Joe for years, he is an excellent advocate for his clients."
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"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Attorney Bernardo for over 20 years, worked with him on cases and referred cases to to him. Joe is extremely competent lawyer and professional. I have complete confidence in his legal abilities."
"I endorse attorney Bernardo without hesitation. He has an excellent reputation for handling personal injury cases."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Bernardo is experienced and well-known in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Experienced and Aggressive. Mr. Bernardo gives his clients 100%"
"I strongly endorse Joe Bernardo if you have a personal injury claim. He is very experienced and highly skilled. He accepts the tough cases and will personally handle your case - unlike the big firms."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer. We send all our PI work to Mr. Bernardo due to his stellar record and performance. Our clients value the referral due to the respect each client is afforded and the representation they receive if he is retained. There are bigger law firms doing the same type of work but they don't compare to the service and treatment afforded to them by Joe's office. He is as competent as any of the "big players" and far more aggressive and zealous for his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
The Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
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Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Work Experience
1986 - Present
Business Owner/ Attorney, Bernardo Injury Law
Associations
1991 - Present
Lee County Bar Association
1986 - Present
Florida Bar Association
2006 - 2009
Judicial Circuit Florida Bar Grievance CommitteeChairman
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Education
1986
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
BS - Bachelor of Science
Publications
2010
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Do I have a case against the insurance company on a golf cart my daughter fell off as a passenger and broke her collarbone?
19 Nov 2019
What is the average multiplayer number for pain and suffering? Example med bills + loss wage × 3 Three being the multiplayer #
29 Aug 2019
How long do l have to refile a Personal Injury claim that was dismissed without Prejudice in Court in August 2019?
28 Aug 2019