Joseph S. Passanise

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Joseph S. Passanise

also known as Joe Passanise, Joseph Passanise

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Springfield, MO
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Sex Crime ... +2 more

2974 E Battlefield, Springfield, MO

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About Joseph

Biography

Over 75 years of combined Criminal Defense Expertise. Put to Work for You.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 30%

30 years | 3,000 cases

30%
Criminal Defense 25%

30 years | 5,000 cases

25%
Sex Crime 25%

30 years | 600 cases

25%
Expungement 10%

30 years | 200 cases

10%
Federal Crime 10%

30 years | 250 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2024 2023
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+ 9
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 28 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1997

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Joseph S. Passanise

2974 E Battlefield, Springfield, MO, 65804

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Online Presence

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Joseph S. Passanise's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

461 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 34 reviews | Cost of Services

Posted by Justin | December 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Trust Joe and the process

Joe Passanise helped me get the best results I could hope for with my case. From the very beginning when I met him for our initial consultation I knew why he was recommended by my colleagues. He listened to my concerns and gave sound advice. He has a process that works. He and his team thoroughly rev...iewed the details of my case and gave me results. He was able to get multiple charges dismissed and I know I would be worst off if I had not hired him. Joe doesn’t work for you, but with you. Joe has expectations for his clients, he expects you to listen and follow his counseling to help get you the best possible outcome, you just need to trust the process. You also get what you pay for, his costs were worth the results. Watching how he interacted with the prosecutors and the judge showed me that I picked the right attorney.

Posted by Charity | March 31, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Best in Missouri hands down!

Joe and his team were able to get my 7 felonies down to 1 very low misdemeanor in one of the most corrupt counties in Missouri, Christian county. He was also able to get evidence the county was trying to hide to cover their BS charges. I don’t recommend living in Christian county, but I do recommend ...hiring Joe and his partner Dee if you have ANY kind of legal trouble. They are worth every cent. Great communication and very compassionate. Joe also does expungements, he’s the absolute best. Don’t risk your future and waste your money with a “cheaper” attorney. Thinking about hiring him? Be like Nike and just do it.

Posted by Gant | April 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Amazing and caring

Joe and Sarah have been a God send! He is so much more than my attorney. He is compassionate and has done more than I could ever hope for. Email questions answered almost immediately. Performed far beyond anyone's expectation. Joe gave me peace of mind, provided my wife and family with comfort. There... are not enough words to say how hard Joe worked for me and my family. If you need someone to FIGHT for you, Joe is the man you want on your side. Joe made everything clear, affordable and most of all, truly showed he was concerned and interested in me as a person. Sarah answers questions same day. I couldn't think of one thing I needed that Joe did not provide. Thank you, Joe, for being a man with character, compassion and knowledge. Thank you for making me want to be better, and not burdening me with guilt. You are an amazing attorney, but more so, being a wonderful human being.

Posted by anonymous | January 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney

DUI Case

Mr. Passanise was great to work with. He handled my case with a high level of professionalism. He was able to plead my case down to a much lesser charge. His fees were reasonable and worth it considering all he did for me. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing a DUI lawyer.

Posted by Hayden | December 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney

best attorney in Greene County

Joe has helped me on more than one occasion when I found myself in legal trouble. He charges a fair rate and makes sure to do what's best for his clients. Very personable and easy to talk to. 10/10

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Joseph S. Passanise's Lawyer Endorsements

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Taylon Sumners

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"I've worked with Joe for seven years as of 2022. No one will work harder or go to bat for you more than Joe. He's not afraid to ask the hard questions or ask for what may seem like an outrageous resolution at the time. Overall, there is no one more qualified than Joe to handle any type of criminal defense matter in this area, and maybe even the state. His deposition and negotiation skills are second to none."

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Branden Twibell

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Joe is one of the smartest and hardest working attorneys in the business."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Joseph. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Scott Pierson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nobody works harder for their clients than the attorneys at The Law Offices Of Dee Wampler and Joseph Passanise. Mr. Passanise has written the book on DWI law. Worth every dime."

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Adam Maxwell

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"The Wampler and Passanise team are the most competent and well-respected criminal defense attorneys in the southwest Missouri area. I respect and endorse this firm for all criminal defense matters."

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Scott Pierson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Adam Woody

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

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2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

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2019

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2018

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2016

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2015

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2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2013

Super Lawyer, Missouri Super Lawyers

2013

American Trial Lawyers Association, American Trial Lawyers Association

2012

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2012

Super Lawyer, Missouri Super Lawyers

2012

American Trial Lawyers Association, American Trial Lawyers Association

2012

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who In American Law

2011

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2011

Super Lawyer, Missouri Super Lawyers

2011

Top 100 Super Lawyers in Missouri, Missouri Super Lawyers

2011

American Trial Lawyers Association, American Trial Lawyers Association

2010

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2010

Super Lawyer, Missouri Super Lawyers

2010

American Trial Lawyers Association, American Trial Lawyers Association

2009

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2009

Super Lawyer, Missouri Super Lawyers

2009

American Trial Lawyers Association, American Trial Lawyers Association

2009

Finalist for Lawyer of the Year, Missouri Lawyers Weekly

2009

President’s Award, Missouri Bar

2008

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2008

Super Lawyer, Missouri Super Lawyers

2008

American Trial Lawyers Association, American Trial Lawyers Association

2008

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who In American Law

2008

President's Award, Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association

2007

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2007

Super Lawyer, Missouri Super Lawyers

2007

American Trial Lawyers Association, American Trial Lawyers Association

2007

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who In American Law

2006

Super Lawyer, Missouri Super Lawyers

2006

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who In American Law

2005

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who In American Law

2005

40 Under 40, Springfield Business Journal

2003

One of Top Five Up and Coming Lawyers, Missouri Lawyers Weekly

2002

Lon O. Hocker Trial Advocacy Award, Missouri Bar

2002

Outstanding Alumni Award, Phi Delta Theta - Missouri Epsilon

2001

National Registry of Who's Who, National Registry of Who's Who

2000

Outstanding Alumni Award, Phi Delta Theta - Missouri Epsilon

1999

Outstanding Alumni Award, Phi Delta Theta - Missouri Epsilon

1999

Class XIV, Leadership Springfield

1998

Class XIV, Leadership Springfield

1998

"Up and Comers to Watch in '99", Springfield Magazine

1998

Outstanding Young Men of America, Outstanding Young Men of America

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Managing Partner, Law Offices of Dee Wamper & Joseph S Passanise

Associations

2011 - Present

National Child Abuse Defense & Resource Center

2009 - Present

Federal Court, Eastern District-Missouri

Licensed

2004 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

General Member

2004 - Present

American Judicature Society

2004 - Present

Supreme Court Historical Society

2003 - Present

Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association

Historical Committee

2002 - Present

United States Supreme Court

Licensed

2002 - Present

Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals

Licensed

1997 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Lifetime Member

1997 - Present

Phi Delta Phi

1997 - Present

Federal Court, Western District-Missouri

Licensed

Missouri Bar

Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Lifetime Member

2005 - 2006

Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Former President

2003 - 2006

Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association

Former Board of Directors

1999 - 2000

Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association

Historical Committee

1999 - 2002

Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association

Criminal Law Committee, Chairman

Education

1997

Washburn University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

Imperial College London

MBA - Master of Business Administration

1993

Missouri State University

Master of Arts

1991

Missouri State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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