Joel William Baruch

Joel William Baruch

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 46 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Irvine, CA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Personal Injury

9900 Research Drive, Irvine, CA

About Joel

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 60%

Mr. Baruch is experienced in representing and advising business clients who are or might become involved in a lawsuit as a result of a dispute, including prevention and settlement, in employment related matters as well as general business matters.

34 years

60%
Personal Injury 40%

Our firm has extensive experience representing individuals who have been injured or harmed, such as injuries from automobile, truck, and motorcycle accidents, workplace violence, slips and falls, and physical/sexual assault, product liability, and all other accidents. We assure that our clients receive the maximum compensation for their injuries, lost wages, and other damages. In fact, we have helped many of our clients obtain verdicts or settlements in excess of $1,000,000.

34 years

40%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 46 years

State: California

Acquired: 1979

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Law Offices of Joel W. Baruch, PC

9900 Research Drive, Irvine, CA, 92618

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Joel William Baruch's Reviews

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10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Kimberly | October 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Thank you Joel!!

Joel is a very professional, knowledgeable, personable and ethical attorney! He helped me navigate a very convoluted case. He was patient, detailed-oriented and took the time to explain legal terms and complicated situations, even making himself available to talk at length on weekends. I felt in g...ood hands the whole time during our several year case which came to a successful close!! Thank you Joel and everyone else in the office! You all were great!! Gratefully, Kimberly

Posted by Rebecca | March 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

You will never find a better attorney

First, I would like to say that I am an attorney myself. A former colleague of mine recommended Mr. Baruch. From the first consultation up through the end of the case I could not have wished for better representation. Mr. Baruch is sharp, a creative thinker, and knows the law inside and out. He is a... fighter, and was an excellent advocate for me. He was also compassionate and attuned to my specific needs and issues. He is a straight shooter. I did not think it was possible to find all of these characteristics rolled into one attorney. I hope I am never embroiled in litigation again but if I am I would retain Mr. Baruch every time. To say he is an excellent litigator is an understatement.

Posted by anonymous | January 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent Law Firm- Employment Plaintiff

Joel and his team are seasoned professionals. They are easy to communicate with and handled all correspondence with the defense team. I did not have to get involved with all the filings and court hearings. A settlement was reached easily and mutually aceptable terms. Hire them!

Posted by anonymous | November 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Great experience!

Mr. Joel Baruch, his associates, and staff proved to be exceptional in all areas. Collectively, they all were very supportive and knowledgeable. Mr. Baruch expressed such enthusiasm to do whatever it took to provide me with the best possible outcome. Overall, it was a great experience, especially con...sidering the pain and turmoil I was facing due to the nature of my case. I felt I was in good hands and he was an exceptional advocate when I felt I couldn’t speak for myself. I’d highly recommend Joel Baruch and Associates.

Posted by anonymous | June 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

A Powerful, Honest and Aggressive Super Lawyer!

After consulting several law firms, I decided to retain Joel and his team to handle my somewhat complicated, employment related whistleblower case. I could not have been happier with my decision. Everyone in this firm is thorough, honest, pleasant, kind and have fought for me at every turn. Joel ...is a powerhouse! He is driven, diligent, detailed and kind. He does not shy away from a challenge, or a get bullied by opposing counsel. He cares for his clients as though they are family and works harder in studying your case than anyone you will find. He knows the laws, how to use them and is relentless, swift, compassionate, and thoughtful. His commitment to my case left me feeling as though I could never have found better representation. Mr. Baruch's team admires him, and it shows in how they go above and beyond to learn the facts of your case, how best to represent you and they keep you informed and every step of the way. They understand that their clients have been harmed and create a pleasant environment so as to reduce the stress of having lived through a difficult incident. Thank you Mr. Baruch and the entire team. You set the bar high for other law firms to follow.

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Joel William Baruch's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alan Jackson

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Joel without any reservations at all. Joel is an outstanding attorney in his field, and I would certainly recommend Joel to anyone needing his services."

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Corey Hall

Employment and labor lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"It is rare that I meet an attorney that I would want to represent me; Joel Baruch is, without doubt, the first attorney I would come to if I needed legal representation. Joel not only has over a quarter century of experience and expertise, he is passionate, methodical, and an extremely hard-working attorney. Joel truly believes in his clients, and will fight to get the best results for them. He is an asset to our profession."

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Amy Mousavi

Employment and labor lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the honor and privilege of knowing and working with Joel W. Baruch, Esq., for the past 10 years. Mr. Baruch’s knowledge of law, his skills and expertise are well known to the legal community and I have had the opportunity to observe Mr. Baruch in negotiations, depositions and trials, and I continue to be impressed by Mr. Baruch every time I work with him. Mr. Baruch is very diligent, sincere, and cares deeply about his clients. I endorse Mr. Baruch."

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Ashkan Yekrangi

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Attorney Baruch is passionate about what he does. He cares about his clients and the outcome of his cases and never hesitates to take on what appear to be formidable adversaries. Unlike many attorneys, he is not afraid to go to trial. I endorse and highly recommend Joel Baruch."

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Paul Molinaro

Civil rights lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Kristine Karila

Employment and labor lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Joel Baruch is an excellent trial attorney - one of the best! He is very knowledgeable, ethical and a great guy. Juries find Joel very convincing and likeable."

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Corey Hall

Personal injury lawyer

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Alan Jackson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Larry Bakman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kristine Karila

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

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

2013

Orange County Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Southern California Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

1972

Summa Cum Laude, University of California

Work Experience

1992 - Present

Owner/President, Law Office of Joel W. Baruch, P.C.

1986 - 1992

Partner, Earley & Baruch

1979 - 1986

Public Defender, State Of California Public Defender

Associations

2014 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Orange County Bar Association

Consumer Attorneys of California

Orange County Trial Lawyers Association

Harbor Bar Association

Former President

Sample of Legal Cases

Appellate Court in Jaramillo v. County of Orange (2011) 200 Cal.App.4th 811.

On appeal, the Court of Appeals affirmed the trial court's judgment. The Court found that the waivers that Jaramillo had signed in 1998 and 2000 did not effectively waive his rights under the POBRA.

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Education

1976

University of California, Hastings College of the Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1972

University of California - Los Angeles

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

UC Irvine Campus

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Languages

English

Spanish

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