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Janell Dianne Youtsey

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  • Pine, AZ
  • Licensed for 12 years
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About Janell

Attorney Youtsey is widely recognized as an outstanding workers compensation lawyer at her firm, Law Offices of Janell Youtsey PLLC. She also handles Social Security Disability cases and appellate work at the firm. Janell Youtsey earned her J.D. from Phoenix School of Law in 2009 while graduating Cum Laude. She passed the Arizona Bar in 2009, but before becoming an attorney she owned a management consulting firm. The firm focused on teambuilding and strategic planning. Attorney Youtsey enjoys appellate work and has won two Court of Appeals cases.  She also serves on the Bench/Bar Committee of the Industrial Commission of Arizona. The Committee is tasked with assessing the workers compensation system in the state, recommending and overseeing system improvements.

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Practice areas

AppealsSocial securityWorkers compensation
  1. Workers compensation: 80%

    I represent injured workers who need help getting the benefits they deserve when they are hurt at work. I help injured employees who need an advocate to help them resolve issues including getting their claim accepted, proper medical care, temporary compensation, loss of earning awards and settlements.

    12 years, 300 cases

  2. Social security: 10%

    Social security is often an option for my workers' compensation clients; therefore, I help them apply and appeal their cases if they are not accepted at the application level. Since 2012 I have begun to take on other social security clients beyond my worker's comp clients.

    12 years, 12 cases

  3. Appeals: 10%

    Doing appeal work is very rigorous, time-consuming work. If there is a good basis for appeal, I will take the issue up on appeal. Thus far, I have done three appeals for worker's compensation clients. I have won the first two and am waiting for the court decision in my current appeal. I love writing and research, so I thoroughly enjoy writing appeals.

    12 years, 3 cases

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Law Offices Of Janell Youtsey PLLC

P.O. Box 1868
Pine, AZ, 85544

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      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      AZActive 200909/05/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
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      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      Lead Counsel - Workers CompensationThomson Reuters2014
      Cali Award Intellectual Property LawPhoenix School of Law2009
      Cali Award Family LawPhoenix School of Law2009
      Invited MemberState Bar of Arizona2009
      Cali Award Pre-Trial AdvocacyPhoenix School of Law2007
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      AttorneyLaw Office of Janell Youtsey PLLC2015 - Present
      AttorneyFendon Law Firm, P.C.2011 - 2015
      AttorneyChris T. Johnson, P.C.2009 - 2011
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Society for Human Resource ManagementMember2013 - Present
      Maricopa County Bar AssociationN/A2012 - Present
      Arizona Association of Lawyers for Injured WorkersMember2012 - Present
      State Bar of Arizona, Young Lawyers DivisionMember2009 - Present
      Delta ZetaMemberN/A
      Publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      Thomson ReutersLead Counsel2014
      Attorney at Law MagazineShakespeare Had It Wrong -- The First Thing to Do is Call a Lawyer!2013
      Attorney at Law MagazineDon't Forfeit Benefits - Get It in Writing!2012
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      Phoenix School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2009
      Arizona State UniversityMA - Masters1981
      University of ArizonaBA - Bachelor of Arts1978
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      Arizona Conference of Police and SheriffsSeminar Speaker2014
      Arizona Conference of Police and SheriffsWorkers Compensation for Public Safety Officers2014
      State Bar of Arizona, Workers' Compensation Law SectionCLE Speaker2013
      State Bar of Arizona - ConventionImportant Cross Over Issues for Personal Injury Attorneys2013
      State Bar of ArizonaFeatured Speaker2013
      2013 Annual Workers' Compensation SeminarHR Issues for Lawyers2013
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      Kohl's Dept Stores, Inc. v. Lorraine IrvingThe Court of Appeals affirmed the lower court's decision finding Ms. Irving's claim to be compensable

      Reviews

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      The Best!

      5.0 stars

      Posted by

      Janell is not just an attorney..... she is a compassionate attorney that truly wants to help her clients. She uses sound judgement and really takes the time to get to know the case and her clients. She successfully won my case and went to bat for me aggressively and my outcome was “the best” scenario possible!!!
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      This is who you want

      5.0 stars

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      I found Janell online about 2 years ago. When I made my first call, she was so helpful in explaining things to me, and how it works for a work comp. Issue. She informed me I didn't need her service at the time but to keep in touch. Thru the first year she would give me helpful advice. When I called her about a year ago, she replied, now you need me. So I hired her right then, the whole process then was so much less painful than I ever thought it would be. So when you might think bad things about a lawyer....it doesn't apply to Janell.
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      Consultation

      5.0 stars

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      Attorney Youtsey, was professional, timely and personable. She took time to listen, explain and provide details regarding my concerns. I appreciated her thoroughness and patience. THANK YOU
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      If you want a professional Lawyer who is experienced and trustworthy choose Janell Youtsey!

      5.0 stars

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      I have been consulting Janell with my difficult workers comp case. She always promptly answers my emails immediately. She takes time to listen and give me very educated, honest information and guidance. She phones me with in Minutes of me contacting her. She is honest and Does whats best for her clients. I inquired with several Lawyers and she is definitely the best,
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      Hurt and very disillusioned in Az.

      5.0 stars

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      I spoke to Rosie in Ms. Youtsey's office on 11/03/2017. My case is not difficult. but it requires the expertise of a lawyer that is knowledgeable and that cares about the client. After speaking with Rosie, I made an appointment to consult with Ms. Youtsey's this week. Rosie made me feel like a human being. I have had extreme difficulty with another case. Workman's Compensation has made my life a living you know what. I want to replace him , immediately because of many issues. Iam going to ask Ms. Youtsey's, if I can retain her, immediately, to replace the Attorney that I have, who has done nothing but let the Az Industrial Commission dictate my case. Thank God, that I have my own insurance. When I resigned my job after being seriously hurt and being in fear of my safety and afraid of returning to a very hostile workplace environment, WC dropped my medical care and my temporary disability payments. They paid for one month of physical therapy and I recived one disability payment. I have never been treated with so much hostility and disrespect in my life, ever! I pray she will step in and take over my case.
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      Compassionate person

      5.0 stars

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      Janell has helped me with much needed advice with a legal matter. She is a person that gives help from her heart, in a world that has many takers. I would recommend her to everyone, because she honestly enjoys helping people. And the greatest thing is it is genuinely comes from her heart. She has a inner beauty.
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      Outstanding Service and Compassion!

      5.0 stars

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      I've needed the service of 4 lawyers in my lifetime, and never have I experienced the outstanding service and compassion from a lawyer, as I have with Janell Youtsey. Her knowledge of the workers comp system is vast, as well as her knowledge of the medical issues associated with that system. You feel as though she is your best friend, and will fight until the end, to make sure injured workers are treated fairly. That's where it usually ends with most lawyers. Not with Janell. She also is compassionate and understanding unlike any professional I have had experiences with. She really cares, and it shows. Don't take a chance with just any workers comp attorney. Talk with the great people at her office, and soon you will feel a sense of peace, as I have. Thank You Janell Youtsey!!
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      Consultation

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      Janell was very prompt at returning my emails and phone calls. She was honest and forthright about my circumstances. She took the time to help me and give me advice when no one else would.
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      Initial Consultation

      5.0 stars

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      I met with Janell yesterday for a consultation and I was very impressed with her knowledge, dedication to helping injured workers and the invaluable legal guidance she shared with me. She and her staff, Joel, were so welcoming. Janell was so very informative that I once again had hope. I appreciate all the information she gave me! Thank you for your time.
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      Look No Further! Janell is the Attorney you want and need.

      5.0 stars

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      I received expert Legal Advice by Consulting with Janell Youtsey, for WORKER'S COMP., issues, she also referred me to one of the best Orthopedic Providers for medical care. Anytime I had fear or just questions she was there for me and answered not one but all my questions. I know if I decide I need an Attorney she would be there to represent me. She is very pleasant speaking with and always returned my call when messaging her. Thank you Janell D. Youtsey , your an Professional Attorney that I always received the best Legal Advice and concerns from. Who ever reads this and needs Legal Representation and not sure who to select "go no further" and , Call (Janell D. Youtsey), she will be there for you. and can give you the Legal Advice you will need. So stop looking for another Attorney and Call her now! You will be selecting the right person for your Legal needs!
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      Attorney endorsements

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      Lawyer G Julie Oktanyan

      G Oktanyan, Appeals Attorney on May 1, 2017
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Lawyer Melissa Weiss-Riner

      Melissa Weiss-Riner, Workers compensation Attorney on Mar 31, 2016
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. I have referred clients to Janell and have called her for information regarding potential clients. She is very professional, detailed and honest in her approach.

      Lawyer G Julie Oktanyan

      G Oktanyan, Appeals Attorney on May 1, 2017
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Lawyer Melissa Weiss-Riner

      Melissa Weiss-Riner, Workers compensation Attorney on Mar 31, 2016
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. I have referred clients to Janell and have called her for information regarding potential clients. She is very professional, detailed and honest in her approach.

      Lawyer Samuel Saks

      Samuel Saks, Workers compensation Attorney on Mar 22, 2016
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Lawyer James E Riner

      James Riner, Workers compensation Attorney on Feb 13, 2016
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Janelle has been an awesome attorney for all of my referrals. She is highly experienced and a great advocate for her clients.

      Lawyer Donna Fendon

      Donna Fendon, Unknown Attorney on Feb 8, 2016
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Janell is an excellent attorney. Janell goes above and beyond for her clients. When I was in law school Janell took me under her wing and mentored me. She is an incredible person and an amazing attorney!!! Anyone would be lucky to have her represent them!

      Lawyer Jeffrey Irvin Avery

      Jeffrey Avery, Workers compensation Attorney on Apr 1, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Lawyer Don Antonio Fendon

      Don Fendon, Workers compensation Attorney on Dec 31, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Ms. Youtsey is known to be outstanding attorney in the Workers Compensation Community. She has won numerous major cases including at the Arizona Court of Appeals. She has an excellent reputation with the judges at the Arizona Industrial Commission too.

      Lawyer Michael P. Doyle

      Michael Doyle, Workers compensation Attorney on Nov 1, 2014
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I endorse this lawyer.

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      Nicholas Moceri, Workers compensation Attorney on Oct 31, 2014
      Relationship: Friend

      I endorse this lawyer. She truly cares about her clients and does an excellent job for them.

      Lawyer Gregory D. Hague

      Gregory Hague, Workers compensation Attorney on Oct 30, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      While I have not personally utilized her services, I hear over and over that Janell is remarkable in her practice area. I even intend to recommend her to the managers of one of my firms. Janell, you seem to be doing it right!

      Lawyer Erin R. Ronstadt

      Erin Ronstadt, Workers compensation Attorney on Oct 20, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Janell is a fantastic attorney who has treated my clients very well. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer.

      Lawyer Matthew Craig Fendon

      Matthew Fendon, Workers compensation Attorney on Sep 25, 2014
      Relationship: Co-worker

      Janell Youtsey is a fantastic worker's comp lawyer who I trust complex legal issues to on a daily basis. I highly recommend her.

      Lawyer Tom Royse Johnson

      Tom Johnson, Unknown Attorney on Sep 13, 2014
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I endorse this lawyer. Janell is a very intelligent and successful attorney. She believes in fighting as hard as it takes to achieve justice for her clients. I refer all my Arizona worker's comp cases to her and feel confident that I made the right choice.

      Lawyer Derick C Runion

      Derick Runion, Workers compensation Attorney on Apr 8, 2014
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      Janell is a skilled Workers Compensation attorney and, equally important, a great person. I have worked several cases alongside Janell and know that she achieves exceptional results for her clients. I feel confident referring any person in need of a compassionate Workers Compensation attorney to Janell.

      Lawyer Brian Weekley

      Brian Weekley, Workers compensation Attorney on Sep 3, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I have known Janelle for many years; She is thorough, detail oriented, and cares about her clients. Her corporate background gives her a very effective perspective on litigating workers' compensation claims.

      Lawyer Jami M Goldman

      Jami Goldman, Unknown Attorney on Jan 8, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Ms. Youtsey is an incredible advocate who cares deeply for her clients. Her efforts have helped so many with their workers' compensation and social security claims. Ms. Youtsey is a true asset to the Arizona legal community.

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