Johnny J Sorenson

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Johnny J Sorenson

5.0
28 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 30 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Tempe, AZ
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Lawsuits & Disputes

950 West Elliot Road, Suite 226, Tempe, AZ

About Johnny

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Lawsuits and Disputes 50%

We understand that your business is not just a place where you work every day. It is your livelihood and your passion. We share that passion and dedication, and our goal is provide you with the best legal representation possible.

31 years | 1,000 cases

50%
Personal Injury 50%

We have more than 80 years of combined experience both defending and prosecuting personal injury and wrongful death cases from the inception of the case all the way through to trial. We have handled virtually all types of personal injury cases, from minor soft tissue neck and back injuries to catastrophic loss cases including brain injuries and death. If you or your family has been injured or killed, you will need an attorney to guide you protect your rights, and maximize your recovery.

31 years | 1,000 cases

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-400 per hour

Contingency

33%-33%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017
Gold Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 30 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Colorado for 28 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1997

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Sorenson Law Firm, LLC

950 West Elliot Road, Suite 226, Tempe, AZ, 85284-1143

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The Sorenson Law Firm, LLC

950 W Elliot Rd Ste 226, Tempe, AZ, 85284-1143

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Johnny J Sorenson's Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Car Accidents

Posted by Samantha | November 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

If you need a law team, this is the place!

Johnny and his team helped me and my husband during a really hard time. We were hit by a drunk driver and didn’t know where to turn to help with all of our medical bills and being out of a car. We were lucky to know someone who works for Johnny who was able to provide us direction. We are grateful fo...r this team who helped us get a settlement and made it very easy and stress free. No one ever plans on needing a lawyer but if you do, he is the one to go with. Thanks again!

Posted by Lisa | April 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Wonderful

Johnny and team were exceptional. I was referred to their firm after my car accident. From the moment I met them, I knew I was in good hands. Each associate that I talked with were very polite and professional. They took care of everything in a timely manner. I would Highly recommend them. As a matte...r of fact, my friend who came with me a few times to the office, said if she ever needed a lawyer she would call them.

Posted by anonymous | January 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Great Lawyer

He took care of me after my car crash, I literally never had to worry about a single thing other than getting better.

Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Great Experience

With the help of Johnny and his team I was able to gather the needed funds to pay my medical bills after getting hit by a drink driver. They made the process very easy and were wonderful for work with. I would recommend them to anyone who needs legal help.

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Johnny J Sorenson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Hyung Choi

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a caring, smart, and aggressive lawyer."

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Raymond Arenofsky

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I am pleased to write this endorsement concerning the legal abilities of Johnny Sorenson. He truly is one of the best all-around attorneys I have ever met. I have practiced accident law for 48 years, and I have met many lawyers, that are also excellent and seasoned trial lawyers. If I were in a serious accident, I would choose Johnny Sorenson as my own personal lawyer. I know I would probably get a recovery in the top 1 - 2 percent results. I would also get the backup help of his excellent seasoned trial lawyers that are a part of his own law firm. I run a group of approximately fifty (50) law firms that all practice in different areas of law. They all know of Johnny’s brilliance, willingness to help other attorneys, common sense, fortitude to take the tough cases, kindness, plus other qualitites that all make him a true “Lawyer’s Lawyer.” Johnny runs his entire law firm efficiently and for the best interest of his many clients."

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Mark Wright

Litigation lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've worked with Johnny for many years and he is an outstanding attorney. He knows the law and he knows how to get things done. His service is top notch but his fees are very reasonable. He always looks out for his clients and works tirelessly to achieve positive outcomes. I recommend Johnny without reservation."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Erin Ronstadt

Mediation lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Judge Pro Tem Sorenson mediated a settlement conference for one of my state court cases, and he was excellent. Both he and his staff went above and beyond to try and facilitate settlement. My client and I were both impressed by his efforts, and I would recommend him as a mediator."

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Kevin Jensen

Unknown lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I had the pleasure to work with and be mentored by Johnny. He is one if the finest lawyers I know. He has a deep knowledge and understanding of the law. He is caring and compassionate and always puts his clients first. I would trust Johnny with any legal matter I had and would know that I was in good hands if phe were representing me. Aside from all of the above, he is a class act!!"

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Top Lawyers in Arizona for Ethics and Professional Excellence, The Legal Network

2016

Service Award, Arizona Association of Defense Counsel

2015

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Top Lawyers in Arizona for Ethics and Professional Excellence, The Legal Network

2014

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Top Lawyers in Arizona for Ethics and Professional Excellence, The Legal Network

2013

Top Lawyers in Arizona for Ethics and Professional Excellence, The Legal Network

2013

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Top Lawyers in Arizona for Ethics and Professional Excellence, The Legal Network

2011

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Owner / Managing Partner, The Sorenson Law Firm, LLC

2002 - 2005

Partner, Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith

1999 - 2002

Associate Attorney, Jennings Strouss & Salmon, PLC

1997 - 1999

Associate Attorney, Sanders & Parks, PC

1995 - 1996

Law Clerk to the Honorable James B. Sult, Arizona Court of Appeals

Associations

2005 - Present

Arizona Asian American Bar Association

Member

1996 - Present

Arizona Association of Defense Counsel

Member and Former Board Director

1995 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Member

2007 - 2008

Maricopa County Bar Association

Chairman - Former

1998 - 2010

Maricopa County Bar Association

Member - Former

Education

1995

Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor, Cum Laude

1992

University of Montana-Missoula

BS - Bachelor of Science, High Honors

Publications

2012

Arizona Court of Appeals Alosi v. Hewitt - Arizona Court of Appeals Opinion - No. 1 CA-CV 11-0004
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