Joseph Thomas Ireland

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Joseph Thomas Ireland

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Covington, KY
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Divorce & Separation, Family, Criminal Defense

726 Greenup St., Covington, KY

About Joseph

Biography

You can't afford to hire the wrong attorney. I offer the experience, wisdom, and skill required for you to make your best choice.

You can't afford to hire the wrong attorney. I offer the experience, wisdom, and skill required for you to make your best choice.

Sound advice for important decisions...I focus in personal injury, family law, and criminal defense.

You can't afford to hire the wrong attorney. I offer the experience, wisdom, and skill required for you to make your best choice.

You can't afford to hire the wrong attorney. I offer the experience, wisdom, and skill required for you to make your best choice.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 55%

Successfully handled wrongful deaths, closed head injuries, trucking and aviation accidents, toxic torts, and serious auto accidents. I have extensive experience defending and prosecuting theses cases. Some people wait to long to hire an attorney thinking they can handle it themselves. I assure you this area of law is complicated. I provide free initial consultations to personal injury victims and their family to discuss your various options.

17 years

55%
Divorce and Separation 25%

Divorce, dissolution, and legal separations require candid advice from an experienced attorney who can give you options. I pride myself on helping my clients regain control of their lives.

15 years

25%
Family 15%

Child safety and custody litigation require experience. I pride myself in reuniting parents and children. I have represented hundreds of clients in this area and have had countless trials. Call me.

15 years | 200 cases

15%
Criminal Defense 5%

Successfully defended numerous clients facing various felonies and misdemeanors. Appointed as conflict counsel for Kenton Co., Campbell Co., Harrison Co., Pendleton Co., Fayette Co., Nicholas Co., and Bourbon Co. KY. Criminal representation requires immediate action. Some clients wait to long trying to do it own their own. Don't make that mistake, you need help now.

15 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-350 per hour

Contingency

25%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Kentucky for 17 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Ohio for 18 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Russell & Ireland LLC

726 Greenup St., Covington, KY, 41075

russellattorney.com/

Online Presence

Other places you can find Joseph online.

Joseph Thomas Ireland's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

5 star (15) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Christina | February 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The BEST! Hands Down!

I have been babysitting (&raising my own) children for over 20 years! Then the unimaginable happened to me and i was brought into a families case because i was their babysitter and they were wanting to charge all caregivers because they couldnt pinpoint any 1 person.. i freaked out! I cried! I lost s...leep! Etc. I didn't want this case to flow into my family and effect my children in any way and I obviously did not want to have those charge!! Very heart breaking and scary situation! So I began my search! I researched sooo many attorneys! I had to be sure I had someone who would protect my children most of all and secondly defend my innocence and keep me from being charged! I spent 2 days researching, calling and speaking with attorneys.. most sounded the same, pretty routine, very brief explanation etc. Some seemed to not even know of the type of case it was, or anything about it, even being in family law? And none of them gave me the feelings of confidence, safety and protection that i was hoping for.. this was scaring me more.. Then I spoke with Joeseph Ireland and WOW! Thats where my search ended! He was extremely knowledgeable! He was explaining exactly where things were on the paper in front of me, over the phone! Then as i was reading him the sections he had asked for, anytime I would slightly pause because there was a word that I couldn't pronounce. He would literally fill in the blank of my pause and say the word before i could even try to pronounce it?! He was very professional but knew how to speak to u as calm and caring as a life long friend! He gave me all the specifics on how the case might go, should go and could go!! As well as all possible outcomes. He knows the laws and was very spot on!! I dont know much about laws and the courts but Joeseph was great at breaking down and explaining it all in a way I could fully understand! He was very patient and listened to my every word. He answered all my questions (and I had a lot!) He also calmed all my anxiety and fears! After our consultation I was left speechless! (In a good way!) I knew I HAD to hire him as my lawyer and I did!! He remained the same patient, caring, knowledgeable, "life long friend" throughout the whole drawn-out process! He also kept me reassured that I didn't have anything to fear! He made sure i understood everything that was going on, what was going to happen next, what I needed to do to prepare if anything and all possible outcomes. I am 110% positive that he was the best I could have found and so thankful I did! And every since the day of consultation I have told so many people about Joeseph Ireland and I also will always HIGHLY recommended him!! I could never thank him enough for everything!! He's the Best! Hands Down!!

Posted by Sharon | February 9, 2022 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Integrity Plus!

I am speechless after an hour-long consultation with Joseph Ireland! He listened intently and was honest with his recommendations and suggestions. He was professional, yet had the ability to connect on a friendly level with my son who was nervous about the entire legal process. He helped us feel m...uch more prepared with a plan moving forward. Mr. Ireland is a great find for your family law needs!

Posted by anonymous | May 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best in Family Court!!! No Fear Look No Further!

We were faced with the biggest fear of our lives and after calling so many attorneys for help, Joseph Ireland called me back immediately after I left a message and just like that, I knew he was the one. He represented my son in a very sensitive case. No doubt if we hadn’t had him in the court room it... would have ended very differently. He is extremely responsive and knows how to prepare you and make you understand the court system (lord knows it’s a mess). The state of Ky really needs to look into how judges have no care in the cases they are hearing in Kenton County Family Court! CHILDREN’S SAFETY should be their priority but it clearly is not. Long story short no one wins in family court but we were successful at protecting our most valuable family member and we owe that all to him! Thank you Joseph for loving what you do and most of all caring about your cases. If you are looking for an attorney STOP looking and call Joseph!

Posted by Andria | July 2, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Would hire him once more, if needed.

Mr. Ireland is intuitive and honest. I hired him to help with school placement for my children, as my ex-husband and I couldn't agree upon the location. He walked me through the entire process with honesty and integrity (despite the unprofessional tactics used by my ex-husband's attorney).

Posted by anonymous | January 7, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A Perfect Choice in Family Law

I was in desperate need of legal help and guidance as quickly as possible as it pertain to a domestic issue I was dealing with and could not make go away. When I got "zero" help from the family court system, police departments in two states, or any other resource I reached out to I found Joseph Ir...eland. He listened to my issues and responded accordingly in a matter of a few hours delivering an end product that same day, which was most favorable to me in my difficult domestic situation. Extremely knowledgeable in the law, very professional, and prompt in his service and delivery, he exhibited excellent and complete follow through. Hands down I could not recommend a better attorney for your family law needs.

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Joseph Thomas Ireland's Lawyer Endorsements

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Miranda Holbrook

Family lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joseph is a great attorney with impressive drive to get great results for his clients. He works hard, is amazingly intelligent, and never misses a beat!"

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Wesley Hunt

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Mr. Ireland is thorough, knowledgeable, and always professional. Mr. Ireland conducts his practice according to the highest standards of integrity and advocacy. I strongly recommend his services without hesitation."

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Bradley Fox

Family lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Joe is a thoughtful and smart attorney. He navigates well in the courtroom and works hard for his clients."

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Emily McIntyre

Unknown lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer - Joe is diligent and professional."

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Jamie Ireland

Family lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Family member

"Mr. Ireland is a hardworking and thoughtful attorney. He will go out of his way to help his clients and pursue all means available."

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Teresa Schoborg

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Ireland is knowledgeable in all areas of family law. He diligently and effectively advocates for his clients. He is well respected by Judges and other counsel. I frequently recommend him to clients, I am unable to represent."

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Ameer Mabjish

Unknown lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joseph works hard and zealously advocates for his clients. He is intelligent, presents professionally, and is always a gentleman. I endorse this lawyer."

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Lisa Wells

Family lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Joe on over 100 cases. He is an excellent attorney and I recommend him!"

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Kristin Russell

Litigation lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Joseph is an excellent attorney and personal friend. He thoroughly researches all of his cases and makes every effort to communicate with his clients and to achieve the best possible outcome. Not only do his clients enjoy working with him, but judges and attorneys in the community have expressed admiration of Joseph's work. I highly recommend Joseph for any civil litigation, domestic relations, and criminal cases."

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Miranda Holbrook

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Wesley Hunt

Personal injury lawyer

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J Scott

Family lawyer

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Peter Roush

Unknown lawyer

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Teresa Schoborg

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Ameer Mabjish

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Lisa Wells

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Timothy Ammer

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Partner, Russell & Ireland LLC

2011 - Present

Founding Partner, Willenborg, Russell & Ireland, PLLC

2007 - 2010

Attorney, Montgomery, Rennie & Jonson

2006 - 2006

Legal Intern, Gregory S. Young Co.

Associations

2008 - Present

Kentucky Bar Association

2007 - Present

Cincinnati Bar Association

2007 - 2010

International Society of Explosive Engineers

Education

2007

Northern Kentucky University

Juris Doctorate

2004

University of Kentucky

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

Activity

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