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About Joseph

Consumer Justice Trial Lawyer representing individuals and families against Corporations and Abusers

My firm represents claimants against major corporations in complex pharmaceutical products liability cases. We are active in class action, federal maritime, and federal multidistrict litigation nationwide. We also handle chemical exposure and environment pollution cases as well as sex abuse and child molestation cases against the catholic church.

Practice areas

Wrongful deathPersonal injury
  1. Personal injury: 80%

    Plaintiff negligence, product liability, pharmaceutical liability, auot crash and general liability cases.

    40 years

  2. Wrongful death: 20%

    Plaintiff negligence, product liability, pharmaceutical liability, auto crash and general liability cases.

    40 years

Languages spoken

Spanish

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Contact

Saunders & Walker P.A.

1901 Avenue of the Stars
2nd Floor
Los Angeles, CA, 90067

Website
http://www.saunderslawyers.com 

    Saunders & Walker PA

    3491 Gandy Blvd. North
    Suite 200
    Pinellas Park, FL, 33781-2654

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    FLMember in Good Standing198210/11/2021
    CAActive198108/05/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers24
    Legal guides6
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    AV RatedMartindale-Hubbell2011
    AV Rated Since 1996Martindale-Hubbell2010
    Super LawyerSuperLawyers2007
    SuperLawyerSuperLawyer2006
    National Board Certified Trial LawyerNational Board of Trial Advocacy2001
    Million Dollar AdvocateMillion Dollar Advocates Forum1992
    Florida Board Certified Civil Trial LawyerFlorida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education1990
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    Managing PartnerSaunders & Walker P.A.1987 - Present
    Asisstant County AttorneyPinellas County1982 - 1987
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Legal Examiner Internet JournalMember and Editor2002 - Present
    Florida Justice AssociationEagle Member1987 - Present
    American Association for JusticeSustaining Member1984 - Present
    Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMemberN/A
    Academy of Florida Trial LawyersEagles MemberN/A
    Maritime Law Association of the United StatesMemberN/A
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    American Association for Justice (AAJ) TrialDaubert Playbook-Protect Your Regulatory Expert2012
    University of San Francisco Law ReviewState and Federal Housing Policy1981
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    University of San Francisco School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1981
    Lone Mountain CollegeBS - Bachelor of Science1975
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    West Florida Hip and Knee Implant SurgeonsHip Implant Recalls2013
    New Orleans Darvon Darvocet Pharmaceutical LitigationDarvon Darvocet Injuries and Use of Regulatory Expert2011
    Environmental Law ClassClass Action Toxic Tort Liability2009
    Law School Torts ClassTort Law2008
    mealey's fen phen PPHPharmaceutical Liability2003
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    IN RE: Biomet Magnum Hip Implant LitigationMember Plaintiff Steering Comittee-140 Million Dollar Global Settlement
    IN RE: Ethicon, Inc. Pelvic Repair System Products Liability LitigationAppointed to Plaintiff Steering Committee-cases pending
    IN RE: Boston Scientific Corp. Pelvic Repair System Products Liability LitigationAppointed to Plaintiff Steering Committee-cases pending
    In RE: American Medical Systems, Inc Pelvic Repair Products Liability LitigationAppointed to Plaintiff Steering Committee
    Sher v. RaytheonClass Certification Granted September 30, 2009
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    Reviews

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    Excellent

    Posted by

    He is thorough, caring, and a good listener. His staff and him are kind and respectful. I would recommend him to anybody!
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Awesome Representation

    Posted by

    I contacted Joe Saunders a while back about an injury that I had sustained. He was very helpful, knowledgeable, professional, confident and dedicated. He brought about a resolution that I do not believe would have gotten anywhere else. Thanks Mr. Saunders and Carol
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Professional and Considerate.

    Posted by

    Although he didn't have to answer me back, he actually spent his time to return my message ... I respect that.
    This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
    Consulted attorney

    Joe did an awesome job

    Posted by

    Did a superb job on my complicated medical issue case involving an eye injury from a car crash.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Job Well Done

    Posted by

    Joe Saunders represented me as a litigant in the Stryker Rejuvenate Hip Implant MDL. He and his staff were well versed on the case and the potential outcomes and paths we would follow depending on Stryker's actions, responsive to my questions, friendly, easy to talk to, easy to work with. Joe's staff was supportive on the administrative aspects. In this case, Stryker elected to settle and offered a favorable settlement package which I accepted, so it did not involve going to trial. But I had the peace of mind that all aspects of the case and deadlines for submitting documentation would be handled seamlessly in my behalf. If I have a future need for representation of this type, I would definitely ask Joe and team to represent me.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Knowledgeable, informative and personable

    Posted by

    Great to work with. Fully explained the mechanics of a MDL liability matter and expected timelines, etc. All resolved pretty much as explained--process, timing, settlement.

    Attorney Saunders did a great job for me

    Posted by

    Joe returned my phone calls and it was nice to work with his office and my attempts to find out any information on the case in a timely manner and my settlement was received without any complications. And I would highly recommend using Joe Saunders as your representative.

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    Jessica Arbour, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 19, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I have known Joe as an advocate for survivors of sexual abuse for many years. He has managed to combine great compassion for his clients with an aggressive, often trailblazing litigation style focused on total accountability for wrongdoers who protect those who hurt children.

    Michael Waddington, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 2, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

    Timothy Hessinger, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 21, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Joe does a great job for his clients and knows how to get the insurance companies to pay.

    Dennis Palso, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 14, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    As a lawyer with an office just a few miles away from Joe's office, I have known Joe Saunders for years. He is a terrific lawyer and fighter for his client's rights. He is the go to guy in the Tampa Bay area for those injured by faulty products, drugs, and medical devices in addition to other complex medical/legal issues.

    David Altman, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 11, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mr. Saunders is a well-respected Personal Injury / Wrongful Death attorney. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking a lawyer who truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and getting them the most favorable result possible. Mr. Saunders is a terrific lawyer. I endorse Mr. Saunders to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and experienced lawyer.

    James Emerson, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 23, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mr. Saunders is an outstanding attorney. He has great compassion for his clients and will fight to the end for them. I would not hesitate to contact Mr. Saunders if I was in need of a skilled attorney.

    Mark Bello, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 17, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Joe Saunders is a lawyer's lawyer; he's the kind of a guy that another attorney would retain if he needed a lawyer. He is very experienced, highly skilled and intelligent. He is also personable and friendly. In short, he is a great guy and a terrific lawyer. He has my highest endorsement.

    Joseph Pippen, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 11, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Saunders deserves the highest praise that can be stowed on an attorney and I highly recommend his services in the area of personal injury due to defective medical products.

    Michael McLaughlin, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 4, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Joseph is one of the most well respected attorneys in the State and is well known nationally for his work as a trial lawyer. I have only heard great things about Joe from his past clients and would not hesitate to recomend him as an attorney.

    Michelle Wan, Defective and dangerous products Attorney on Apr 24, 2010
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    Joe Saunders is an intelligent attorney who has extensive scientific and legal knowledge to handle complex injury cases. He is dedicated to serving those injured by dangerous products across the nation.

    Dyril Flanagan, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 27, 2010
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer's work. Joe has earned a stellar reputation in the legal community for successfully handling complex medical device and pharmaceutical cases. He is also well known in the community for his service to local nonprofit organizations.

    Bjorn Brunvand, Personal injury Attorney on Dec 13, 2009
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer's work. I only recently became acquainted with Mr. Saunders, but based on both my contacts with him as well as his reputation in our legal community, it is without hesitation that I would recommend him to anyone in need of his services.

    Bryan Caulfield, Personal injury Attorney on Dec 10, 2009
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer's work. Joe has developed a unique emphasis on Product Liability cases against drug and medical device makers and has handled many cases to a successful conclusion utilizing his skill and expertise.

    Thomas Tripp, Personal injury Attorney on Dec 4, 2009
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer's work. I have sent my clients to Joe and his firm for over 15 years in matters involving personal injury, nursing home injury and other consumer justice issues. He is very knowledgeable, and extremely capable.

    Robert Heyman, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 15, 2009
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I have known Joe Saunders for many years as a highly respected attorney who has provided a strong voice for those injured in products liability and consumer related cases. His strong preparation and trial skills are to be respected and emulated. I strongly endorse his work.

    Thomas Young, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 9, 2009
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Joe is one of the most genuine attorneys I know. In addition to being a great lawyer, more importantly, he is a great person. He represents those who hire him with zeal and obvious empathy. Joe is not your stereotypical personal injury lawyer.

    Cost

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    • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs60 minutes
    OTHER BILLING TYPES
    • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.25%-40%
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