Atty. Joseph James Berrigan

Atty. Joseph James Berrigan

Mr. Joseph James Berrigan is a lawyer practicing personal injury, immigration law, workers' compensation and 2 other areas of law.

Savannah Savannah 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph James Berrigan at a glance

Joseph James Berrigan is a Member based in Savannah, Georgia, practicing at Joseph J. Berrigan, P.C.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, immigration, workers comp, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1987), Mississippi (inactive) (1994), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Mississippi (1994), and New York (2015). Educated at University of Georgia (J.D., 1987) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Savannah, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Joseph James Berrigan is a lawyer practicing personal injury, immigration law, workers' compensation and 2 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Joseph practices at Joseph J. Berrigan, P.C. in Savannah, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph James Berrigan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph James Berrigan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Death

Joseph James Berrigan is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Georgia →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Joseph James Berrigan is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Georgia →

Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

Joseph James Berrigan is one of 40,633 immigration attorneys indexed nationally. Browse immigration attorneys in Georgia →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Joseph James Berrigan is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Georgia →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Joseph James Berrigan is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Georgia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Savannah are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joseph James Berrigan

Where is Joseph James Berrigan's law office located?
Joseph James Berrigan's law practice is located in Savannah, Georgia. The firm is Joseph J. Berrigan, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph James Berrigan handle?
Joseph James Berrigan focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, immigration, workers comp, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Joseph James Berrigan practiced law?
Joseph James Berrigan has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Joseph James Berrigan go to law school?
Joseph James Berrigan earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Joseph James Berrigan for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph James Berrigan directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Joseph James Berrigan received?
Joseph James Berrigan's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Georgia
- 1987
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1984

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1987
Mississippi (inactive)
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Mississippi
Admitted: 1994
New York
Admitted: 2015

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