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Joseph M. Troy
also known as Joe Troy
About Joseph
Biography
Joe Troy is a Shareholder with the Firm. Joe had a long and distinguished career as a Wisconsin Circuit Court Judge and Chief Judge, before returning to private practice with Habush Habush & Rottier in 2007. Joe’s practice is dedicated exclusively to helping people who suffered personal injuries in accidents caused by other people’s carelessness and negligence. He has successfully recovered multi-million-dollar results for his clients in jury trials and settlements, but he has also helped hundreds of people with much smaller claims.
In 2018 he was named Personal Injury Attorney of the Year by Best Lawyers®. In 2004 he was named Wisconsin Trial Judge of the Year by the American Board of Trial Advocates. Joe is Wisconsin’s first attorney to receive these distinctions as both a judge and attorney.
Joe uses his unique experience as both a judge and attorney to help people who have suffered injuries which disrupt their lives, jeopardize their financial well-being, and impacts the lives of their loved ones.
Practice Areas
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
20%-33%
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Licensed in Wisconsin for 45 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 1980
No misconduct found
Location
Habush Habush & Rottier S.C.
4100 Boardwalk Court, Appleton, WI, 54914
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Posted by Megan | October 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Car Accident
After being in a car accident that forever changed my life, we contacted Joe and I was never disappointed. Joe was there to help make sure I got the care I needed and the result I needed. The team worked hard through the years to push my case along and I never doubted his ability to get me the outcom...
Posted by Abbey | September 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Car accident
Joe was phenomenal! I got into a car accident that totaled my car and he and his team went above and beyond to help me with my settlement. They all made it very easy for me and kept me updated regularly on their progress.
Posted by Jared | September 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Fantastic Lawyer
I was referred to Attorney Troy through a corporate lawyer with 20+ years experience. Joseph's initial assessment of my case was spot on with the final result. He did not speculate on settlement numbers, but clearly explained the process, the likely timing, and how he would work with the other part...
Posted by anonymous | June 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Poor Communication and Follow up
I was a client and did not have a very good experience. I never knew what was going on and when I asked, I felt like I was being a bother. I felt like I was just left in waiting until the statue of limitations almost ran out and even got to the point where I contacted other firms for input. I am stil...
Posted by anonymous | January 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Joe Troy, fair, competent, caring attorney
My wife was involved in a very serious auto accident last year. Our family has and continues to be overwhelmed with the seriousness of the injury and the subsequent rehabilitation. Fortunately, we contacted Joe. He diligently worked hard for our family to obtain a fair insurance settlement. Th...
Joseph M. Troy's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Troy is top notch. His experience both on the bench and as a trial lawyer make him one of the best advocates around. He will handle your case with skill and compassion."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Joe Troy is absolutely Top Notch. There are less than a handful of attorneys in this state whose experience spans 2 decades as a circuit court judge with almost another decade and a half of private practice experience in helping the badly injured. Smart, compassionate, experienced, and clever....you can not go wrong with this very fine attorney."
"Attorney Troy is the top of his field. His attention to detail along with the experience that over twenty years on the bench brings makes him the best choice for representation on any personal injury case. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. No one can bring to a case the depth of expirience that Joe Troy can provide. As a former Judge he knows things that the average injury attorney does not. Joe is passionate in his representation of his clients. Anyone seeking a top quality injury attorney need look no further for their attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs - Appleton, Best Lawyers in America
2019
Best Lawyer, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Best Lawyers in America
2018
Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers
2018
Lawyer of the Year: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Best Lawyers in America
2018
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2017
Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers
2017
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Best Lawyers in America
2016
Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers
2016
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2015
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2014
President's Award, State Bar of Wisconsin
2014
Fellow, Wisconsin Law Foundation
2012
Chair, Judicial Selection Task Force, State Bar of Wisconsin
2012
Vice Chair of Litigation Section, State Bar of Wisconsin
2011
Preeminent Lawyer based on Peer Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Top Trial Lawyer, American Trial Lawyers Association
2010
Top Attorneys in Wisconsin, Milwaukee Magazine
2010
Board of Directors Litigation Section, State Bar of Wisconsin
2009
Top Attorneys in Wisconsin, Milwaukee Magazine Super Lawyers
2008
Outstanding Instructor Award, National Judicial College
2004
Wisconsin Trial Judge of the Year, American Board of Trial Advocates
2004
Chief of the Chiefs, Chief Judges of Wisconsin
2002
President's Award for Public Service, State Bar of Wisconsin
2001
State of Wisconsin Public Service Award, State Public Defender
1999
Outstanding Public Service, Office of the State Public Defenders
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Partner, Habush Habush & Rottier S.C.
1987 - 2007
Chief Judge/Circuit Judge, State of Wisconsin Courts
1980 - 1987
Partner, Herrling Clark Law Firm
Associations
2012 - Present
State Bar of Wisconsin, Judicial Selection Task ForceChair
2012 - Present
State Bar of Wisconsin, Litigation SectionVice Chair
2003 - Present
National Judicial Collegeadjunct faculty
1980 - Present
State Bar of WisconsinMember
2005 - 2006
Wisconsin Committee of Chief JudgesChair
1980 - 2009
Wisconsin Association for JusticeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Knorr v Chizek Transportation 10 CV 32 Manitowoc County, WI
$415,000 settlement shortly before trial
Keith Strehlo v American Hardwware Mutual
$2,000,000 settlement
Derepkowski v Secura Insurance
2.8 million dollar verdict
Education
1980
University of Wisconsin Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Lawrence University
Speaking Engagements
2011
WAJ Winter Conference Green Bay
Handling Trucking Accidents: How They Are Different
2010
Judicial Forum
Advanced Trial Practic
2009
Fourth Amendment Trial Judges Seminar
Search and Seizure
2007
Spring Conference
A View From the Bench
2006
AMBER Alert Investigators Training
Search and Seizure in AMBER Alert Situations
1999
General Practice Course
Trial Advocacy
Publications
2014
Wisconsin Lawyer
Term Limits for Supreme Court Justices
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Do I have to fill out a voluntary statement?
06 Nov 2014
Q&A
My 17 year old son caused an accident in a car he owned(I was never on title) He was on my insurance, can I be named in lawsuit
27 Oct 2014