Joseph M. Cunnane

Joseph M. Cunnane

also known as Joe Cunnane

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 30 years

Car accident Lawyer at Edmonds, WA
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Employee Benefits

100 2nd Avenue South, Edmonds, WA

About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Car Accident 40%

We handle auto and motorcycle collision cases. We work closely with our clients to help them through the legal maze. We fix the harm and make up for the wrongs caused by negligent drivers. We can help you too.

31 years | 301 cases

40%
Employee Benefits 30%

We fight hard for people who paid into a Long Term Disability plan and then are unable to work. We help you get the benefits you deserve. We handle all kind of employers plans, such as Boeing, Amazon and Microsoft.

20 years | 71 cases

30%
Personal Injury 30%

We handle slip and falls, insurance fair conduct act and insurance bad faith law.

31 years | 170 cases

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes

Contingency

30%-33%


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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 30 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Location

J. Cunnane Law Offices

100 2nd Avenue South, Edmonds, WA, 98020-8443

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Joseph M. Cunnane's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Tracy | September 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Perfect lawyer

Mr.Cunnane was not what I expected from a personal injury lawyer, which was terrific! He was kind, energetic, positive and knew exactly what he was doing. He gave us a game plan and followed it through. Mr.Cunnane was thorough, explained everything in detail about what could/would happen and what to ...expect. There were absolutely no surprises. Everything went exactly as he said it would. He is an extremely caring person/lawyer, always looking out for the best interest of his client. He is a joy to work with and I have recommended him to several people!

Posted by anonymous | April 16, 2018 | Personal Injury

Excellent consultation

My husband & i both spoke with Mr. Cunnane re a personal injury case & he was very patient, knowledgeable & caring. Unfortunately, my husband died unexpectedly shortly after the consultation, & the matter is now in abeyance. However, Mr. Cunnane stood out as one of the most informative attorneys we ...contacted.

Posted by Denise | May 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Honorable Advocate

I needed help to settle a car accident case; had suffered both physical and brain injuries that made it very challenging to keep details straight in my head. I didn't know what to do or how to proceed. I was worried about engaging an attorney but a trusted friend offered Joe Cunnane’s name and sugg...ested I give him a call. Mr. Cunnane's approach was both knowledgeable and kind. He patiently gathered facts, listened very well, and kept everything organized through a recovery that stretched to 2+ years. He responded in a caring and competent way to my questions regarding the legal implications of the various evaluation and treatment protocols I needed to recover enough to close my case. Through it all, I was very impressed by Mr. Cunnane's deep experience and also his low-key style. He was unfailingly concerned for my well-being and sincerely interested in my recovery. I appreciated the time we spent discussing developments; never felt rushed on the phone, but rather, respected and valued as an individual with other interests beyond having been injured in a car accident. We recently settled for more than I'd anticipated, and Joe kept his costs quite low. All told, my faith in the legal profession has been restored. I hope I never have another incident requiring legal assistance, but I would again seek Joe Cunnane’s help without hesitation should the need arise.

Posted by Virgie | July 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Higly recommended

I highly recommend this lawyer for he is really very professional and very helpful. He is very patient in explaining to me all terms that is not really clear to me. I am really satisfied with the end result of what was referred to him.

Posted by anonymous | November 23, 2014 | Personal Injury

Rear-ended by uninsured motorist

In December of 2013 I was rear ended by a driver who did not own the car he was driving and had no insurance or driver’s license. In June of 2014 it was clear my insurance company declined to pay the final medical costs related to this accident. At this time my wife and I decided to consult with Mr.... Cunnane to determine what our options were. He was extremely personable, knowledgeable, listened to our situation carefully and asked well thought out and detailed questions. He kept me informed every step of the way and within several months he had negotiated a settlement with my insurance company. I am very grateful to Mr. Cunnane for his professionalism and his ability to settle this to the satisfaction of everyone without additional distress to myself and my wife. I would strongly recommend Mr. Cunnane to anyone requiring the services of a personal injury attorney.

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Joseph M. Cunnane's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Ryder

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A first-rate attorney who works tirelessly for his clients."

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David Crump

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've know Joe for 7 years and we worked together on several major cases. Joe knows how to work with the insurance companies to get fair settlements for his clients, and he knows how to be tough with opposing attorneys and their insurers if they make him go into battle. Joe is an active member of our State's most influential trial lawyers organization WSAJ / WSTLA and is also involved in a number of important committees. Joe has an excellent and dedicated staff. You will be well taken care of."

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Thomas Cunnane

Car accident lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"We share the same last name Cunnane and we are not related, yet it was enough for Joe to introduce me to the Washington legal community. He even employed me with contract work while I was searching for employment as a newly admitted attorney. Thanks Joe!"

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Bradford Fulton

Car accident lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

" Joe Cunnane is a collegue, friend and lawyer with whom I have worked over the years. Joe does a great job for his clients, and is also quite involved with the Washington State Trial Lawyers Association. You can trust Joe to handle your injury claim competently and professionally. Joe is a credit to our profession, and someone you can trust. Brad Fulton, fellow lawyer, Everett, WA."

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Jeffrey Sadler

Car accident lawyer

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Jonathan Winemiller

Workers compensation lawyer

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William Kessler

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William Sullivan

Mediation lawyer

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David Ryder

General practice lawyer

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Bradford Fulton

Personal injury lawyer

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Darla Goodwin

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2007

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2006

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2005

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2004

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Owner, J. Cunnane Law Office

1997 - 2003

Partner, Johanson & Cunnane

1995 - 1997

Assistant Code Reviser, Washington State

1994 - 1995

Law Clerk, Washington State Attorney General - Tort Division

1993 - 1995

Legal assistant, Nelson Anderson

1990 - 1993

Law Clerk, Bernard Nevoral Law Firm

Associations

2003 - Present

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association

Board of Directors

2000 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

1996 - Present

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association

Eagle

1995 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

1985 - Present

Chick Evans Scholar

Alumni

2000 - 2002

American Association for Justice

Board of Governors -- Young Lawyers

Sample of Legal Cases

Bad Faith Insurance against Progressive

$3,000,000.00 for my client

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Education

1985

Mt. Carmel

H.S.

N/A

Seattle University School of Law

N/A

University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

Speaking Engagements

2007

Running your own law practice

Solo practice of Law

2004

CLE - The Early Years of Litigation Practice

The Early Years of Litigation Practice

2003

CLE - Trial Skills in the Courtroom

Advocating for your client in the Mid-Value Auto case

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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