When your accused of something you didn't do, the media, your friends, your job and even your family may not be there for you. You need the best lawyer you can get to be on your side! Joe will be there for the entire journey, it last longer than one thinks. From telling you what is going on, to ...what the options are, he listens and knows what to do. He has the experience to know what to do, who to talk to, and how to handle your case with care and professionalism. You cannot find a better lawyer in Springfield if your accused of a crime! If anyone asks me for a recommendation for a criminal attorney to represent them, he will be my first and only one!

One amazing team. I was falsely accused of Domestic Assault and Child Endangerment both felony cases in an elaborate scheme to remove me from my daughters life and extort money. Until you're an innocent person facing 20 years in prison you have no idea what it's like. I needed the best criminal de...fense attorney in the state; someone who I could trust both my daughters future to and mine. I was recommended to the Wampler & Passanise law firm. Joe understood the urgency and that these charges were crafted ultimately to gain leverage in a custody case. A very long story shortened, Joe & his amazing partner Taylon were able to get both charges dismissed and completely off my record ultimately leading to a much easier custody modification. I am so fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with such a skilled and compassionate firm who truly restored my life.

Joe and staff are very knowledgeable, upfront, and honest. He explained from the beginning what to expect, and followed through. A lot of firms will over promise and under deliver. This was not the case with Joe, he went to battle for me from the 1st phone call. Did I mention I live out of state as w...ell?! Joe is the type of lawyer you can put all your trust and faith in, and not sit back and worry. Highly recommend Joe and his team when it comes to your freedom and life.

We hired the Wampler & Passanise firm in 2020. Shortly after the passing of his partner Joseph took over my case. He come highly recommended. When I needed Joe from the time of my arrest to the final court date he was there. He explained everything in detail but yet in a manner in which we could un...derstand. His entire office is full of wonderful, caring, thoughtful people. He shook my husbands hand when everything was over and reassured us! Questions are answered, you are told everything, and everything is explained. Joe worked hard to get me the results we were very much so happy with! We hope to never need Joe and his office again but nevertheless we will always call Joe.