Joseph P. Bartek

Joseph P. Bartek

5.0
Rating: 6.9

Licensed for 37 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Bellingham, WA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury

114 W. Magnolia, Suite 427, Bellingham, WA

About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Personal Injury 100%

I have represented people who have been injured as a result of the negligent acts of others including auto,pedestrian, motorcycle, bicycle, wrongful death, slip and fall, serious head injury, product liability and catastrophic injury cases. The overwhelming majority of my cases settle without trial.I have 21 years of trial experience and have won every trial I have done in the last ten years. If I take your case I will be with you every step of the way.

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Cost

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 37 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1988

Voluntarily Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Joseph P. Bartek

114 W. Magnolia, Suite 427, Bellingham, WA, 98225

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Joseph P. Bartek's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by Chris | November 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Client

Mr Bartek was acceptional in his investigation, research and compilation of evidence in my case. I had a career ending collision in 2016 that totalled my vehicle and resulted in hospitalization with a permanent injury. Previous injury complicated the case but, Mr. Bartek's diligence, dedication, an...d independent medical councils made the difference. He and his people were thorough, professional, and took a great deal of the fear and insecurity out of the legal process. I was informed and supported and have come away with a healthy settlement and huge respect for Mr Bartek and his team.

Posted by Bernida | December 22, 2009 | Personal Injury

Satisfied

Mr Bartek did a great job representing me with a motor vehicle accident. He just took over, releaving me from all stress & worry. I didn't have to deal w/Ins. companies, he saw that my medical bills were paid & was able to get me a good settlement as well. I highly recommend Joe & will deffinately... use him again, should I need an attorney in the future.

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Dennis Murphy

Personal injury lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.I have worked with Joe for over a decade on many cases and we consult often. I find him to be professional, ethical and a diligent attorney. He is willing to take whatever time and effort is required to best represent his clients. If he says that he will do something he will do it and he will not commit to something he cannot do. If I or anyone I loved were injured, I would trust Joe to handle the claim."

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Douglas Hyldahl

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joe is a hardworking, inventive and relentless advocate. Having worked with him in the Whatcom County Public Defender's office for the better part of a decade, I know Joe's work habits and his tenacity. He's on the short list of lawyers I would hire should I need one."

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Michael Brodsky

General practice lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Joe for a number of years and have always been impressed with his knowledge and ability. I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Dennis Murphy

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Douglas Hyldahl

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Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  6.9 (Good)

Associations

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Education

1987

Northeastern University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

Evergreen State College

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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