Atty. Joseph R Dawson

Atty. Joseph R Dawson

Mr. Joseph R Dawson is a lawyer practicing personal injury, accidents, animal attacks and 44 other areas of law.

Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph R Dawson at a glance

Joseph R Dawson is a Managing Partner based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Law Offices of Joseph R. Dawson P.A.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, business, and motorcycle. Admitted to practice in Florida (1982), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (1985), and Utah (2004). Educated at Nova Southeastern University (J.D., 1982) and Eastern Illinois University (B.S. Political, 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar. Serands clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Joseph R Dawson is a lawyer practicing personal injury, accidents, animal attacks and 44 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.S. degree from Eastern Illinois University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Joseph practices at Law Offices of Joseph R. Dawson P.A. in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph R Dawson's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Joseph R Dawson is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Florida →

Wrongful Death

Joseph R Dawson is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Florida →

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 R Dawson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Joseph R Dawson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →

Motorcycle Accidents

Joseph R Dawson is one of 11,237 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fort Lauderdale are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joseph R Dawson

Where is Joseph R Dawson's law office located?
Joseph R Dawson's law practice is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The firm is Law Offices of Joseph R. Dawson P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph R Dawson handle?
Joseph R Dawson focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, business, motorcycle. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Joseph R Dawson practiced law?
Joseph R Dawson has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Joseph R Dawson go to law school?
Joseph R Dawson earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S. Political, 1979).
How can I contact Joseph R Dawson for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph R Dawson 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 R Dawson received?
Joseph R Dawson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Nova Southeastern University
- 1982
B.S. Political
Eastern Illinois University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Admitted: 1985
Utah
Admitted: 2004

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