Pius Joseph

Pius Joseph

4.2
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 38 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Pasadena, CA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Spinal Cord Injury, Criminal Defense ... +3 more

595 E Colorado Blvd #801, Pasadena, CA

About Pius

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 50%

Serious and catastrophic Injury cases ranging from Automobile Accidents,Motor Cycle Accidents and Product Injuries.Tried Cases before Jury in Los Angeles,San Francisco,Fresno,San Diego,Hayward and all major California Cities resulting in favorable verdicts..

39 years | 10,000 cases

50%
Spinal Cord Injury 15%

Injuries to spinal cord,paralysis

39 years | 1,000 cases

15%
Brain Injury 10%

Mild Traumatic Brain Injury,Serious Traumatic Brain Injury

39 years | 200 cases

10%
Criminal Defense 10%

Felony Trials,Misdemeanor Trials. Handled,Burglary,Insurance Fraud,Theft ,Drug Possession and DUI Cases to a sucessful conclusion.

39 years | 500 cases

10%
Employment and Labor 10%

Wrongful Termination,Wage and Hour Cases

35 years | 100 cases

10%
Immigration 5%

Criminal immigration matters,Deportation Defense,Ninth Circuit Appeals handled to a successful conclusion.

39 years | 5,000 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 400-500 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 38 years

State: California

Acquired: 1987

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Arizona for 32 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1994

Administrative - Not Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Pius Joseph

595 E Colorado Blvd #801, Pasadena, CA, 91101

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Pius Joseph's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

Posted by anonymous | June 14, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

An honest man with integrity

I have seen his work and know the type of honest work this man does, it is important that I leave this review so others can know that if they choose to hire Pius, that he really does ALL he can to support his client and does it with integrity and grace. He is also very nice and likable.

Posted by Sarah | March 7, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Personal Injury case Attorney who Cares for his Clients well being

Mr. Joseph and team handled a difficult personal injury case for me for the past few years which has come to a conclusion in my favor and thanks to Mr Joseph and team was able to recover additional funds. Mr Joseph has gone out of his way to make sure I had the treatment I needed through-out an...d made time to listen to my concerns and communicated at every step of the case. In addition Mr. Joseph has gone over and above in helping to advise in other legal issues and I feel in the conclusion of this case I have found a friend. I trust this team implicitly they are highly professional and knowledgeable and I am happy with the result. I cannot say enough great things about this firm. I highly recommend the Law offices of Pius Joseph

Posted by anonymous | March 3, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Employment & Labor advice session

Mister Pius, was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. I answered all of my questions and will give me an additional referral.

Posted by anonymous | February 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Employment & Labor advice session

Mr. Joseph listened to my questions and got back to me in a timely manor. I would recommend him to a friend or family member :)

Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Criminal Defense advice session

he was more patiant and professional than the other lawyer to give me legal advice.

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Pius Joseph's Lawyer Endorsements

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Derek Jacques

Brain injury lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Joseph is a very talented attorney. I would not hesitate to recommend him to a client in need."

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Ali Ebrahimzadeh

Unknown lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Deeba Anwari

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Other

"Great attorney focused on getting the best result for his clients. Highly recommend."

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Anthony Ferrante

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Other

"Pius exudes a confidence that will endear him to his clients while striking fear into his adversaries. He is knowledgeable and ready to go to battle. I endorse this attorney without reservation."

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Mark Clay

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mr. Joseph. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help first."

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Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Chen

Personal injury lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Pius Joseph is a very experienced and capable attorney who can handle the tough cases."

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Michael Carver

Litigation lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with him on cases. I find him to be very knowledgable, thorough, and hard working. He is very ethical and puts the needs of his clients first."

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Raquel Fernandez-Flaherty

Employment and labor lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent highly skilled attorney. Highly recommended!"

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Aryeh Leichter

Employment and labor lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Lacour

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Keen attention to detail with exceptional client service. I endorse this lawyer."

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Sarah Hennessy

Unknown lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pius is an experienced professional who focuses on many complex law practice areas. He has an impressive track record of success and is clearly committed to clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Aryan Aliakbarzadeh

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Very skilled and knowledgeable when it comes to the law."

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Tomas Ross

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Benjamin Kuipers

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pius is a skilled attorney and I wholeheartedly recommend him."

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Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Other

"Great attorney who works hard to get the best results for clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Bruce Dizengoff

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Pius Joseph is is an extremely knowledgeable attorney who provides zealous representation on behalf of his clients. He is well respected in the legal profession."

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Peter Marek

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"27 years of practicing law is extremely experienced. His knowledge of both the law and procedure is excellent and evident in his pro bono contributions. Client reviews are stellar. READ THEM! Do yourself a favor and schedule a consultation if you are in or near Pasadena."

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Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Diana Adjadj

Personal injury lawyer

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Steven Harowitz

Workers compensation lawyer

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Kyoko Kanai

Immigration lawyer

Anthony A. Ferrante headshot
Anthony Ferrante

Slip and fall accident lawyer

Deeba Anwari headshot
Deeba Anwari

Immigration lawyer

Mark V. Clay headshot
Mark Clay

Immigration lawyer

Daniel M. Chen headshot
Daniel Chen

Litigation lawyer

Michael Lee Carver headshot
Michael Carver

Employment and labor lawyer

Raquel A. Fernandez-Flaherty headshot
Raquel Fernandez-Flaherty

Class action lawyer

Aryeh Leichter headshot
Aryeh Leichter

Employment and labor lawyer

Jonathan Pierre Lacour headshot
Jonathan Lacour

Business lawyer

Sarah Lynn Hennessy headshot
Sarah Hennessy

Litigation lawyer

Judd S Nemiro headshot
Judd Nemiro

Family lawyer

Aryan Aliakbarzadeh headshot
Aryan Aliakbarzadeh

Personal injury lawyer

Tomas Joseph Ross headshot
Tomas Ross

Insurance lawyer

Benjamin S Kuipers headshot
Benjamin Kuipers

Criminal defense lawyer

Jill L Rogers headshot
Jill Rogers

Family lawyer

Bruce Brian Dizengoff headshot
Bruce Dizengoff

Immigration lawyer

Peter John Marek headshot
Peter Marek

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2015

TOP CONTRIBUTOR, AVVO

2015

Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2015

Life Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2014

TOP CONTRIBUTOR, AVVO

2013

CLIENT CHOICE AWARD, AVVO

2012

ADVOCATE MEMBER, American Association for Justice

Work Experience

1990 - 2012

PRESIDENT, PIUS JOSEPH A PROFESSIONAL LAW CORPORATION

Associations

2017 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2017 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

TOP 100

2015 - Present

National Crime Victim Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

BEVERLY HILLS BAR ASSOCIATION

Member

2013 - Present

UNITES STATES SUPREME COURT

BAR MEMBER

2000 - Present

American Association for Justice (FORMERLY TRIAL LAWYERS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA)

Advocate

2000 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles

Member

1990 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2015

American Association for Justice

LAW SCHOOLS COMMITTEE MEMBER

Sample of Legal Cases

GARCIA V.BARILLAS TRUCKING

$422,500.00

CAIN V.YANG

$2,000,000.00 Policy limits settlement

People V.Fisher., Los Angeles Superior Court

"NOT GULITY" VERDICT

Canilao V.The Monkey(San Francisco Superior Court)

Settled on the day of Trial for $235,000.00

Miller V.Peterson (Los Angeles Superior Court)

Settled for Defendant's policy limits of 250,000.00

T Vs.Leung (Los Angeles Superior Court)

Settled at mediation for $250,000.00

Estate of B. V.Manufacturer(confidential)(Los Angeles Superior Court)

Settled at mediation for $477,000.00

Jhaveri V.Teitelbaum

Jury Verdict $5,286,080.00 including $4,067,216.00 in punitive damages

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Education

1990

University of Southern California Law School

Advanced Professional Education in Law

1982

University of Bombay

LL.M - Master of Laws

1980

University of Bombay

LL.B - Bachelor of Laws

Speaking Engagements

2012

MCLE PROGRAM BUSINESS CONTRACTS A-Z

1997

INTERNATIONAL SEMINAR ON IMMIGRATION

U.S IMMIGRATION

Languages

English

Spanish

Hindi

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