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Joseph F Gmuca

Joseph F Gmuca

5.0
Rating: 2.4

Licensed for 48 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Phoenix, AZ
Practice Areas: Personal Injury

2198 E Camelback Rd, Ste 310, Phoenix, AZ

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2020
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About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Personal Injury 100%

Most Personal Injury cases concern injuries suffered in car and truck accidents. Attorney handles numerous serious injury accident cases. Additionally, attorney handles many cases where clients have been injured from the wrongful conduct of the owners of shopping centers, bars/restaurants/liquor stores and recreational facilities. Further, cases involving negligent or improper supervision of juveniles.

39 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

33%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 41 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1984

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Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2020

Licensed in New Mexico for 48 years

State: New Mexico

Acquired: 1977

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Location

Joseph F. Gmuca

2198 E Camelback Rd, Ste 310, Phoenix, AZ, 85016

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Joseph F Gmuca's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by Monica | July 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Best Personal Injury Lawyer

Joe Gmuca is responsive, professional and extremely knowledgeable in his profession. During the course of my accident, Mr. Gmuca was very involved, directed and guided me, and assisted me in navigating the process. I was unable to make phone calls, which he made. From ensuring I had a car rental to r...eferring me to a fabulous doctor for my recovery. I would refer Mr. Gmuca to everyone who wants a professional, efficient and brilliant attorney. He truly is the best!

Posted by Sheri | July 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

A Pleasant Experience

Working with Joe to handle our personal injury claim has been a pleasant, easy experience. We hired Joe because from our initial contact with the at-fault's insurance company was a nightmare to deal with. Joe took over everything and we never had to deal with them again. Joe took the time to answe...r our call on a Saturday afternoon right after we got off the phone to file the claim with the insurance company. He guided us throughout and took time to call us and keep us updated on everything. Joe is warm, friendly and extremely knowledgeable. We really appreciate everything he has helped us with and for taking the burden of dealing with the insurance company off our hands so we could focus on healing and getting back to our daily activities.

Posted by Julian | February 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

AMAZING experience...

From DAY ONE, Joseph Gmuca was personable, courteous, engaging and convinced me within only a few moments of talking to him that he was very knowledgeable and experienced in his field of law. He walked me though EVERYTHING and explained to me in a way that I could understand what to expect from the p...rocess of utilizing his expertise and services. His knowledge of injury law was so complete and thorough that I actually enjoyed this entire experience and have absolutely nothing derogatory to say about my experience with him. Take my word on this...Joseph Gmuca is the most squared away, competent and courteous attorney I have ever met in my life and oh, by the way, I just happen to be a Police Detective with 20 years of police service and have had lots of experience working with attorneys. Joseph Gmuca is in a class by himself. He is informative, thorough, organized and very prepared. I was extremely pleased with my settlement and Joseph made the entire process a very positive experience for me. I give Joseph Gmuca my highest recommendation.

Posted by David | February 03, 2012 | Personal Injury

Very thankful for Joseph's help

My wife was hit by a drunk driver and we found that we were under-insured. The minimal coverage the drunk driver had and our auto coverage were with same Insurance company. We could not get a trustworthy advocate inside that insuance company. Joseph Gmuca was recommended by a trustworthy ex-neighb...or who practices law in another specialty. We are very thankful for Joseph's help in navigating the insurance and legal world of different companies and medical providers. With his help we were able to cover our out-of-pocket losses and have enough to get through my wife's surgical recovery. Without his help we are certain that we would have received little or no compensation.

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Amy Owen

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He puts the personal into personal injury. He is experienced and has the warmest heart. He is always available to his clients."

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Shaheen Manshoory

Animal and dog bites lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Gmuca. He is a trustworthy person and an excellent attorney."

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Rachelle Ferraro

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Not only is Joe Gmuca a very intelligent and talented attorney, but he is passionate about what he does. His clients are lucky to have him fighting for their cause. I highly recommend and endorse this lawyer."

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Douglas Loefgren

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Joe Gmuca for approximately six (6) years now. He is one of the most intelligent people I have ever met. Over the course of his distinguished career, Joe has handled a wide variety of cases and has even taught law in a foreign country. Joe is well-respected in the community for the skill and thoughtfulness he brings to his Personal Injury work and I personally respect the fact that he puts his clients' interests and needs ahead of his own, which is the way it should be. For the reasons stated, I strongly recommend Joe Gmuca."

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Experience

Rating:  2.4 (Strong Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2020.

Probation issued in AZ, 2020

updated on 06/18/2021

Probation means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State monitors the lawyer's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Suspension issued in AZ, 2020

updated on 12/03/2020

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

2019

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1987 - Present

Chief Attorney - Private Law Practice, Joseph F. Gmuca, P.C.

1984 - 1987

Public Defender, Maricopa County (Phoenix) AZ

Associations

Diplomate National Institute of Trial Advocacy

Arizona Trial Lawyers Association

Education

N/A

SETON HALL U

law

Languages

Italian

English

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