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The Law Offices of Joseph Rome, established in 2012, focuses on assisting clients hurt or injured by the negligence of others. Joseph is passionate about assisting victims of personal injuries and he works tirelessly to get them the compensation they deserve. Joseph not only assists injured persons, but he is also an injury victim himself – having been rear-ended in a multiple car collision. He personally knows the pain, struggles, and anxiety that his clients experience, and he continuously finds ways to help reduce them.
Joseph C. Rome completed his undergraduate education at Washington State University, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1999. He received his Juris Doctorate degree from Western New England College School of Law in 2005.
When not helping his clients, Joseph enjoys spending time with his family and the beauty of the Pacific NorthWest.
The Firm That Focuses on Protecting Your Rights
Practice Areas
10
Practice Areas
Car Accident
55%
16 years
Animal and Dog Bites
5%
Brain Injury
5%
Medical Malpractice
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2013
2012 2011
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 19 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Licensed in Hawaii for 18 years
State: Hawaii
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of joseph Rome
(877) 730-9808
Fax
4055 Lake Washington Blvd NE, STE 240, Kirkland, WA, 98033
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Joseph C Rome's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 19 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Alexandra | February 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hiring Joe was the Best Decision I’ve Ever Made
It was an absolute pleasure working with Joe. From the moment he took my case, and every moment in between, Joe demonstrated exceptional judgment, wit, and determination. At a time that was very difficult for me, Joe was able to relieve me from an overwhelming amount of stress during my most imperati...
Posted by Tran, D. | August 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Joseph stuck by me for more than 4 years
My car accident case was long and drawn out, but Joseph and his team stuck by me the whole time. It was a complicated case given it was the second time I was rear-ended, but Joseph took it and worked really hard to help me. Even after I accepted the offer, he and Christy still continued to help me ...
Posted by Joel | August 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best, most honest attorney I've ever met
I was in a car accident in 2015, and racked up over $12,000 in medical bills through Apple Health (Medicaid). We settled with the guilty drivers insurance for the maximum amount, ($25,000) and Joe held onto the $12,000+ until he could negotiate with my insurance company. I was expecting him to tell m...
Posted by anonymous | December 6, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Always Available
Joseph worked with me in my first lawsuit case and basically held my hand through the process. What I appreciated most is that he was quick to answer his phone, text me back, or email me with any questions I had. He gave sound advice and was undeniably experienced in his field. I strongly recommend g...
Posted by Adriana | February 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Defence Attorny
This was the case where there my company falsely accused me of theft, and we did not have substantial proofs, Joseph took this case, he helped me to gather proof, brought me time to accumulate proofs and worked on this case to get me out. he did a tremendous job in this case, he worked on my case ...
Joseph C Rome's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Mr. Rome as both a DUI and Personal Injury attorney. He is highly knowledgeable, honest and straight-forward. Further, Joe understands the importance of taking care of each and every one of his clients."
"I tried a case with Joe. He is very dedicated to the practice of law. You can tell that he loves his profession. He also frequently seeks to learn new methods to get the best results for his clients. I have referred clients to him and would do so again."
"Joe is an experienced, aggressive, innovative and dedicated DUI attorney."
"I endorse Joseph. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"very knowledgeable lawyer and stays sharp by attending legal trainings and participating in training other attorneys"
"Joe knows more about the processes of DUI than any other lawyer I currently work with. I have good instincts about something being fishy in a police report, but when I send Joe a message asking for his thoughts he will immediately quote me chapter and verse from the police officers' manual about where the Cop was going outside the bounds of his training and fudging the lines in order to get another DUI arrest. Joe's knowledge in this line of legal defense is second to none that I've met."
"Joe is an experienced litigator who is always available for advice to his fellow attorneys. I am in good stead with the advice he provides. He is a top notch attorney who commands respect for his ability to grasp the issues in a case, and protect his clients' rights."
"Joeseph was one of my instructors at my NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Test certification. He is very knowledgeable about DUI and I don't hesitate recommending him to anyone who needs a skilled DUI lawyer."
"I met Joseph last year at Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyers College, and I was immediately impressed with his knowledge and dedication to DWI defense. You won't find a more caring lawyer, and Joseph won't hesitate to take your case to trial. I strongly endorse Joseph!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Rome shows passion and support for his clients in and out of the courtroom. His trial experience cannot be matched by many attorneys. I would recommend Mr. Rome to all my clients in need of a DWI/DUI attorney."
"Mr. Rome is an exceptional attorney - and exceptionally motivated at that. His ability as a trial lawyer is only shadowed by his efforts to master his craft. I proudly endorse this attorney (as well as seek his counsel / insight when needed)."
"Joe is a talented lawyer with the skills in the courtroom to protect his clients. He is a active member in the National College for DUI Defense. His technical knowledge of DUI defense is top notch. Joe is one of about a thousand lawyers nationwide to graduate from Gerry Spence’s trial lawyer’s college. I highly recommend Joe if you need help with a DUI or any legal matter."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Joe is a very hard working lawyer who is deeply committed the interest of his clients. He has sought all the training he can to be technically proficient in the defense of his clients. Even more than that he is trained by the Trial Lawyers College in Wyoming, giving him a depth of understanding to represent his clients as a Warrior who will not accept defeat. I know that he will stop at no effort to defend his client. I cannot emphasize enough how tough he is as a litigator."
"Joseph Rome is an unstoppable force when he gets going on a case. I attended a month-long trial skills course with Joe and several dozen of the nation's top trial lawyers in 2011. Joe was one of the brightest stars in our group. I was particularly impressed with Joe's energy, creativity and single-minded focus on winning every, single case for his clients. If I or a member or my own family were in serious trouble, I wouldn't hesitate to call Joe Rome."
"I am delighted to endorse Joseph Rome. He genuinely cares about each of his clients. He will not stop until he gets the best result possible in every case. I would refer a loved one with a criminal matter to Joe without hesitation."
"I met Joe Rome at the specialized Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyer's College last fall where we worked together in an intense trial training setting. Joe has exceptional trial skills and is highly effective in the Court room. I also had the ability to discuss and analyze a few of my DUI cases with Joe. Joe's knowledge of the police procedures and the science behind DUI defense is extraordinary. If you are accused of a crime or facing a DUI, I highly recommend that you make Joe your first call!"
"I have had the distinct pleasure of working up cases with Joe Rome. I have seen firsthand how hard he works for and how dedicated he is to his clients and their cases. Joe is a trial lawyer. He knows the law and knows how to handle himself in front of judges and juries. The bottom line is that Joe knows how to win cases. I highly endorse Joe Rome as the go to guy in Hawaii and Washington State!"
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Experience
Honors
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Leaed Counsel Rating, Lead Counsel
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyer Magazine
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
Certification in Forensic Sobriety Assessment, Forensic Sobriety Assessment
2012
Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2012
ARIDE Certification of Training, La Pier & Associates & National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
2012
Certification of completion, Defending DUIs Annual Seminar
2011
Qualified Administrator, Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, La Pier & Associates & National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
2011
DWI Detection and SFST Instructor Course, La Pier & Associates & National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
2011
NCDD Summer Session at Harvard Law, National College for DUI Defense
2010
Certficiate of completion, Forensic Toxicology for Attorneys
2010
Certification of Completion, Understanding, Attacking and Winning DUI Cases
2010
Cirtification of completion, Washington State Bar Association
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of Joseph Rome Inc PS
2017 - 2021
Attorney, Kornfeld Trudell Bowen & Lingenbrink, PLLC
2011 - 2012
Attorney, Joseph C. Rome, Attorney at Law
2009 - 2011
Partner, Ison and Rome, LLC
2006 - 2009
Deputy Public Defender, Public Defenders Office
2006 - 2006
Associate, Shulkin and Hutton, PC
2005 - 2005
Summer Associate, Wiener & Lambka P.S
2004 - 2004
Summer Associate, Hampden County Prosecutor's Office
Associations
2013 - Present
Cardozo Society of Washington StateJudicial Evaluation Committee
2012 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2012 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeEagle Member
2011 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionMember
2011 - Present
Maui Dui and Criminal Defense ListserveFounding Member
2009 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseGeneral Member
2009 - Present
United States District Court for the District of HawaiiAdmitted to Practice
2007 - Present
Hawaii State Bar AssociationAdmitted to Practice
2006 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationAdmitted to Practice
2012 - 2013
Bothell Youth Court - Courtroom ProcessCo-chair
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Defendant
Reduced to Disorderly Conduct (no-DV)
State v. Defendant
Reduced to reckless endangerment
State v. Defendant
Jury found Not Guilty on all counts
State v. Defendant
Reduced to Neg 1
State v. Defendant
Reduced to Neg 1
State v. Defendant
Reckless
State v. Defendant
Dismissed
City v. defendant
neg 1
State v. Client
Dismissed
ADLRO vs. Defendant
Dismissed - license returned
State v. Defendant
Reduced
State vs. Defendant
All not guilty at trial
State v. Defendant
reduction to infraction
State v. Defendant
Dismissed
State v. Defendant
reduced
State vs. Defendant
Both reduced to infractions
State vs. Defendant
Reduced non-felony
ADLRO vs. Defendant
Case Dismissed, License returned
State vs. Defendant
dismissed
Education
2011
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
Graduate
2010
NCDD - DWI Means Defend With Ingenuity
Cirtificate of Completion
2005
Seattle University School of Law
Visiting Student
2005
Western New England College School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
Washington State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Sfst student course
Standardized field sobriety tests
Publications
2012
Inside the Minds (Aspatore Books)
Trends in DUI Discovery, 2012 ed.
2011
2011
The Maui News
Man to pay $500 fine for striking a dog with golf club
2010
Maui News
Two sentenced in polo field assault
2007
Languages
English
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Automobile accident lawyer ?
16 Nov 2021
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If you have been hit by a car, should you expect to have your medical cost covered by the drivers insurance?
15 Jun 2021
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Standard settlement for MVA torn hip labrum requiring surgery, lower lumbar strain, SI Joint pain, whiplash, and wrist strain?
26 Jun 2017