Joseph T. Barberi

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Joseph T. Barberi

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 51 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Mount Pleasant, MI
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning

2305 Hawthorn Dr., Suite C, Mount Pleasant, MI

About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

40%
Personal Injury 40%

40%
Criminal Defense 10%

10%
Estate Planning 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Silver Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2024

Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 51 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1974

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Barberi Law

2305 Hawthorn Dr., Suite C, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858

barberilawfirm.com/

Online Presence

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Joseph T. Barberi's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

5 star (12)
4 star (0)
3 star (1)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by anonymous | July 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Auto Accident

Joseph Barberi represented me in a lawsuit for a car accident I was evolved in as a passenger. Joe and his staff were very helpful and friendly. I was always kept informed of what was going on and they were very accommodating to my needs.

Posted by anonymous | June 7, 2021 | Consulted Attorney

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

Thanks for the help

I went to Joseph's office, and he was grilling some steaks and hotdogs in the kitchen. He gave me a tall glass of milk and invited me to dine with him. I, of course, accepted. After the meal, we got down to business. Joseph told me he could help me. We then watched the news. While watching, Jos...eph made several poignant comments which clearly showed that he is well-versed in public policy. Once the news ended, I was wanting some dessert. Joseph did not disappoint. Almost as though he was reading my mind, Joseph took out a large plate of pumpkin pie. He smiled and told me to dig in. This was an incredible experience. Not only did Joseph feed me well, he also helped me understand the nuances of my complicated legal case. I look forward to working with him.

Posted by Colten | October 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent

Joe and Kara were wonderful during my whole 6 month custody case. I was very comfortable with the decision I had made going with them from day 1 and never questioned myself once! The communication they had with me throughout far exceeded my expectations. His law office motto is "every case we take, w...e take personally" and they 100% stand behind that. I never felt like I was in the dark or alone through any of it. Kara, Joe's paralegal, was great with frequent contact and keeping everything in order throughout. They not only got a lifelong client when I am in search of legal assistance but they also got a lifelong friend.

Posted by Kathleen | December 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Beyond 5 stars

I could finally hand over almost three years of struggling on my own. Mr. Barberi, Tony, and Lori gave me the comfort to just exhale. Thank you will never be enough for everything the entire staff did for me in my time of need. The professionalism, cups of coffee, hugs, kindness and solid legal adv...ice gave me a part of my life back. The ability to move forward from where I felt like my life had stopped. I am forever grateful. The peace of mind was far more important to me than the settlement. However, the settlement far exceeded my expectations. My car accident had changed my life. I was suffering and Joe, Tony and Lori clearly identified this as a team and gave me back a portion of my life I thought was gone forever.

Posted by anonymous | January 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

PRICELESS!!!!!!!

I highly recommend Joe Barberi/Kara and staff! I cannot put into words how thankful I am to have Barberi Law in my corner. I was at a very critical juncture in my life, knowing nothing about the law or court system, I felt so confused and out of my element. I had no idea what to do, Joe and his staff... gave me confidence, strength, and the ability that I needed. I cannot stress enough the importance of getting a great team...and quite frankly they are THE BEST!!!! Please do NOT wait or be intimidated!!!! The staff are very knowledgeable and friendly! I will always consider Joe and his staff that worked in my case more than an attorney, they became FAMILY!! I was treated with respect and empathy, he LISTENS to your concerns, and makes you a priority! Joe is an extreamly kind and compassionate person and it shows in his work! They really do CARE! I really cannot express how much Barberi Law has helped my family.....it is truly priceless!

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Joseph T. Barberi's Lawyer Endorsements

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Anthony Cavalieri

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"The slogan Mr. Barberi uses for his firm "every case we take, we take personally" is absolutely spot on. I don't believe I've seen a lawyer who takes cases more personally. But more than that, Mr. Barberi is knowledgeable in every area of law he practices (and then some), and remains up to date on caselaw, statutes, and trends in the law in order to best prepare and represent his clients."

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Richard Fox

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Joe is a dedicated and tenacious litigator who goes the extra mile for his clients. He is highly respected by his adversaries and the trial bench. His record of success speaks for itself.."

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Mattis Nordfjord

Family lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Joe is an excellent attorney who commits his personal attention and skill to each case. In my experiences with Joe, he has been professional, reasonable and a strong advocate for his clients. He understands the importance of the big picture in domestic relations cases and remains focused on achieving an outcome for his clients that protects their interests."

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Sara Sastamoinen

Family lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have worked with Joe for over two years in the area of family law. He deeply cares for his clients and he is committed to helping them obtain the best results possible for them and their children. He is an excellent litigator in the courtroom and also an excellent negotiator outside of the courtroom. He works diligently for his clients and has a real passion for helping people who are in difficult situations."

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Mark Pasquali

Family lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Co-worker

"I would recommend Joeseph Barberi to anyone contemplating or going through a divorce. Mr. Barberi possesses significant experience, excellent negotiation skills, and is widely regarded for his courtroom expertiese. Mr. Barberis is also a published author on divorce and divorce law."

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John Lewis

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Mattis Nordfjord

General practice lawyer

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Richard Fox

Medical malpractice lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Marketer of the Year, Great Legal Marketing

2016

Top Attorney, Central Michigan Life

2016

Best Local Attorney, Morning Sun Newspaper

2015

Top Attorney, Central Michigan Life

2015

Best Local Attorney, Morning Sun Newspaper

2014

Best Local Attorney, Morning Sun Newspaper

2013

Best Local Attorney, Morning Sun Newspaper

2012

Best Local Attorney, Morning Sun Newspaper

2012

Top Attorney, Central Michigan Life

2012

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Best Local attorney, Morning Sun Newspaper

2011

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Top Attorney, Central Michigan Life

2010

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Fellowship, Michigan State Bar Foundation

1999

Eagle Award, Mount Pleasant Area Chamber of Commerce

Work Experience

1989 - Present

Managing Partner, Barberi Law

1976 - 1988

Prosecuting Attorney, Isabella County Prosecutor's Office

Associations

2009 - Present

Michigan State Bar Foundation

Fellow

2008 - Present

Michigan Supreme Court Historical Society

Advocate

1989 - Present

Michigan Association for Justice

Member

1989 - Present

Mount Pleasant Lions Club

Past President

1976 - Present

Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce

Member

1974 - Present

Isabella County Bar Association

Member

American Association for Justice

Member

Prosecuting Attorneys' Association of Michigan

Member

1984 - 1985

Prosecuting Attorneys' Association of Michigan

Past President

1981 - 1982

Isabella County Bar Association

Past President

Sample of Legal Cases

Rogers v Deng

Lemons v. McLeod et al

$800,000

People v Beardsley and Wojcik

Trainor v. Schafer, et al

$700,000

Trainer v Schafer et al

People v Mark Vasquez, Jr.

People v McReavy

People v. Spencer

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Education

1974

Detroit College of Law, Detroit

JD - Juris Doctor

1970

Central Michigan University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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