Joseph Martin Roberts

Joseph Martin Roberts

also known as Joseph Roberts, Joseph M. Roberts

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 12 years

Litigation Lawyer at Van Nuys, CA
Practice Areas: Litigation

14507 Sylvan Street, Van Nuys, CA

About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Litigation 100%

California and Federal Civil & Criminal law; Family Law; Divorce; Custody; Labor & Employment; Wrongful Death; Personal Injury; Business Litigation; Evictions; Insurance; Administrative law; workers’ compensation; basically any dispute in any court.

12 years | 100 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

15%-50%

Pro bono

25 %

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 12 years

State: California

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Joseph M. Roberts, APC.

14507 Sylvan Street, Van Nuys, CA, 91401

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Joseph Martin Roberts's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Maria | December 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Amazing lawyer!

Joseph Roberts worked on my workers comp. case, and I couldn’t have asked for a greater lawyer. He did n amazing job working really hard everyday getting everything I needed. He fought for what was right, I can honestly say that he knows what he’s doing.

Posted by Jason | September 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Great Job

Joe handle my work comp. Claim. Joe is more then just a lawyer he is helpful and actually cares. I was going through a ruff time had been on workers compensation for 2 years and just kept getting the run around. Joe got me the help I needed and compensation for all the trouble they caused me. He als...o listened to all my ranting and raving and gave me great sound advice which helped me a lot. He was available night and day Joe always got back to me in a timely fashion weather it was a Sunday or late Friday night. If you want a lawyer that is human first then a lawyer he is your guy. I can not stand lawyers for the most part Joe definitely changed the way I think. Thank You Joe for all your help I hope we still stay in touch with each other.

Posted by Erlinda | March 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Settled Case

Joseph Martin Roberts took over my case and I was very pleased with the results. His expertise and professionalism is very impressive. I just wish he was there when I brought my case up. I would highly recommend him for any cases pertaining to labor and injury. I wish him more success with his futu...re cases. Thank you again and God bless.

Posted by Jeremy | February 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Amazing public speaker

I have used Mr. Roberts as my personal family law attorney for the past few years. First court appearance was on my child support case, he was able to get my payment dropped hundreds of dollars a month. He did in one appearance , what other attorneys could not do in 3. Thank you Joseph Roberts for yo...ur hard work! See you in court.

Posted by Thomas | July 31, 2015 | Litigation

justice has been served

Joseph was extremely compassionate and understanding during this whole process. He made me feel comfortable and walked me through the entire process. He secured a verdict and his experience really showed, he knew exactly what he was doing.

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Joseph Martin Roberts's Lawyer Endorsements

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Pamela Thakur

Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Joe and I recently tried a case together and I was extremely impressed with his dedication, knowledge, and legal skills. This lawsuit involved a jury trial in a criminal case and Joe worked tirelessly to file numerous motions which derailed the prosecution's case. We voire dired the jury and his advocacy skills were exceptional. The case ultimately resolved favorably for the client due to Joe's aggressive and effective lawyering. I highly endorse him."

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Ronald Miller

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Joe is a bright, aggressive advocate for his clients. He anylises each case and thinks "outside the box" constantly seeking the best resolution of cases for his client. Joe is at home in the courtroom and a strong and confident litigator."

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Amir Soleimanian

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Chin

Workers compensation lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I first met Joseph when we were on opposite sides of a workers' compensation case. I was on the defense side and Joseph represented the applicant. I could tell right off the bat that Joseph knew his file and the law and would go to hell and back for his clients, which is exactly what he had to do on a particular case. If you retain Joseph, you will be in good hands."

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Melodie Arian

Litigation lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joe is a great advocate for his clients and a pleasure to work with. I have had the amazing opportunity to with him and learn from his zealous representation of clients."

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Minas Nordanyan

Workers compensation lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. We've worked together on several cases. Our joint clients expressed their utmost gratitude to Mr. Roberts. I trust him to handle all aspects of a Workers Compensation case."

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Jacob Partiyeli

Workers compensation lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Joseph roberts is very experienced in workers compensation."

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Patrick McLaughlin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Arno Akobyan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Charles Rondeau

Employment and labor lawyer

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Ronald Miller

Criminal defense lawyer

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Levi Plesset

Litigation lawyer

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Pamela Thakur

Litigation lawyer

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Jacob Partiyeli

Car accident lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2016

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Rising Litigator, Local Applicant's Attorneys of Los Angeles

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Joseph M. Roberts, APC.

2016 - 2016

Partner, Roberts& Thakur, LLP

2014 - 2015

Attorney, Law Office of Robin Jacobs, Inc.

2009 - 2012

Law Clerk, Los Angeles Superior Court (Stanley Mosk Courthouse)

2009 - 2012

Internship, Loyola Law School Project for the Innocent

2009 - 2012

Law Clerk, Federal Public Defender

Associations

2015 - Present

California Applicants' Attorneys Association chapter

Member

2014 - Present

California Applicants' Attorneys Association

Member

2013 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2012 - Present

Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles

Member

2010 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Doe v. Employer

Settlement

Workers v. Employers

over $15,000,000 in awards

People v. Doe

Not Guilty

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Education

2012

Loyola Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

Univ of California Irvine

BA - Bachelor of Arts

2003

Chaminade College Preparatory

Speaking Engagements

2016

Local Applicant's Attorneys of Los Angeles

Workers' Compensation

Publications

2015

Languages

English

Spanish

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