About Joseph
Biography
Joseph T. Barberi was born in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. He attended Central Michigan University, located in Mt. Pleasant. While at Central Michigan University (CMU), he was a member of CMU's Debate Team and won numerous awards for his forensic speaking ability. Mr. Barberi was also a broadcaster for the CMU sports network doing play-by-plays for CMU's football and basketball teams. After honorably serving in the United States Navy, he attended Detroit College of Law, graduating 5th in his class out of 241 with a Juris Doctorate, Cum Laude in 1974. While attending Detroit College of Law (DCL), he represented DCL as a member of their National Moot Court Team. Mr. Barberi is currently a member of the State Bar of Michigan and is admitted to Eastern and Western Districts of the U.S. District Court and the United States Supreme Court. Mr. Barberi was appointed by the Michigan Supreme Court to serve on the Supreme Court Committee to revise Michigan’s Rules of Criminal Procedure.
He is a member of the Isabella County Bar Association (past President), the Michigan Association for Justice (MAJ), the American Association of justice (AAJ) and served as President of the Prosecuting Attorneys' Association of Michigan (PAAM) in 1984-1985. Mr. Barberi has served as a guest lecturer numerous times on the subject of trial tactics for the Prosecuting Attorneys' Association of Michigan and for the Michigan Trial Lawyers' Association.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
25%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Michigan for 51 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1974
No misconduct found
Location
Barberi Law
Fax
2305 Hawthorn Dr., Suite C, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858
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Online Presence
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Joseph T. Barberi's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
13 Client Reviews
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Posted by Kathleen | December 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
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...
Joseph T. Barberi's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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.."
"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."
"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."
"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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Experience
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 FoundationFellow
2008 - Present
Michigan Supreme Court Historical SocietyAdvocate
1989 - Present
Michigan Association for JusticeMember
1989 - Present
Mount Pleasant Lions ClubPast President
1976 - Present
Mount Pleasant Chamber of CommerceMember
1974 - Present
Isabella County Bar AssociationMember
Member
Member
1984 - 1985
Prosecuting Attorneys' Association of MichiganPast President
1981 - 1982
Isabella County Bar AssociationPast President
Sample of Legal Cases
$800,000
$700,000
Education
1974
JD - Juris Doctor
1970
BS - Bachelor of Science
Publications
2016
2015
2013
2013
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Guides