Joseph M. Troy

Joseph M. Troy

also known as Joe Troy

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 45 years

Car accident Lawyer at Appleton, WI
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Wrongful Death, Personal Injury ... +3 more

4100 Boardwalk Court, Appleton, WI

About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 20%

auto, motorcycle, pedestrian, and truck accidents. work place, slip and fall, dog bite, construction-based injury cases.

46 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

20%-33%


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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 45 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1980

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Habush Habush & Rottier S.C.

4100 Boardwalk Court, Appleton, WI, 54914

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Joseph M. Troy's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 13 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Jodie | January 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Excellent and caring lawyer

We hired Joe Troy over 4 years ago to take on my personal injury care that was not an easy one in any way. Words cannot express our gratitude to Joe and his staff, especially Bonnie. My case took time because of workers compensation and multiple insurance companies. But they never stopped fightin...g for me, even when I wanted to throw in the towel. Joe took the time to walk us through it all, listen, understood my frustration through all the treatments and rehab, made it as easy as possible going through all the steps to get resolution. He helped us make the best decisions and choices for our situation and was constantly in contact with us. We are extremely happy with the outcome of our case and settlement. We would highly recommend Joe and the entire law firm to our family, friends and anyone in need. They are compassionate, caring and will get the job done.

Posted by Gary | May 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

I Got Lucky

I am a 65 year old man who was struck by an insured motorist when I was out exercising on my bicycle. I was hit directly from behind by the motorist who was traveling at least 25 m.p.h. I spun around in mid air and body slammed to the street. I was soaked in gutter water. It was a very stunning exper...ience. I received a large tear in my rotator cuff of the left shoulder. I also had contusions and abrasions that left scars. I called Habush Habush & Rottier in Appleton, Wisconsin. I was lucky to be introduced to Joe Troy who is a personal injury specialist. Being a student of life for a long time, I have found that in all fields there are people who do not understand the fundamentals and do not belong in their field. This is not the case with Joe Troy. Joe served as a judge in Outagamie County fo 20 years. Joe knows the inns and outs of the entire legal system and has the experience to prove it. If you hire Joe you are hiring an experienced seasoned professional and not some kid who is learning on the job. I have a masters degree in speech communication which gives me insights in argumentation, debate and negotiation. I understand language quite well. I am telling you this because I am qualified better than most to understand what is going on when an attorney negotiates for me. I have retained attorneys before and none were as polished as Mr. Joe Troy. Joe explained every detail to me in a warm and non threatening manner. After a year Joe called me with a settlement that he negotiated for me that was way higher than what I expected it to be. I highly recommend Joe Troy if you are injured in an accident.

Posted by Dennis | May 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best All around Laywer

Mr. Troy explained ever aspect of my case in detail, always responded in a timely manor, just an all around good guy that will go to bat above and beyond what is expected.

Posted by Jim | November 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Joe is the only phone call you need to make

From day one, I knew I was going to go with Joe Troy. Before the accident I knew Joe from afar with admiration for him as a judge and as a parent for many years. Things I like about Joe is he is a down to earth, good man with sound morals. He is the same way as a lawyer. My case had several changes ...on different fronts and Joe and his staff were fantastic! They were always understanding and patience with myself and situation. Joe always kept the focus on my health and well being getting better. He was a great communicator with explaining how the process would go and where it was at. I could not have done this without him. Joe is top notch lawyer and I would recommend him in a heartbeat.

Posted by anonymous | October 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Car accident 2015

Joe and his staff did a great job. My case had alot of turns and twists and they handled everything. Always taking and returning my call and my concerns. Helping and consulting me with everyrhing, including some personal things. If I had any type of problem throughout the process they were always the...re with ideas and helping me sort through things. The process does take a long time but at the end, my settlement was in full. I don't know if Joe and his staff read these reviews but I would like to say thank you and would recommend them to anyone.

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Joseph M. Troy's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jeffrey Oswald

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Samuel Bomier

Unknown lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Edmondson

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Tajara Dommershausen

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Gregory Petit

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

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 Force

Chair

2012 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin, Litigation Section

Vice Chair

2003 - Present

National Judicial College

adjunct faculty

1980 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Member

2005 - 2006

Wisconsin Committee of Chief Judges

Chair

1980 - 2009

Wisconsin Association for Justice

Member

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

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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

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