Atty. Joseph R. Johnson
Over the past 25 years, Joe Johnson has been litigating some of the most complex cases in Florida - and he's been taking on some of the most powerful opponents. But that's little surprise: The law, and courtroom savvy, is something the third-generation lawyer grew up with.
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Joseph R. Johnson is a Shareholder based in West Palm Beach, Florida, practicing at Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley, P.A.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice and litigation. Admitted to practice in Florida (1983) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida U.S. Supreme Court (1984). Educated at Florida State University College of Law (J.D., 1983) and Florida State University (B.S., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in West Palm Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Over the past 25 years, Joe Johnson has been litigating some of the most complex cases in Florida - and he's been taking on some of the most powerful opponents
- But that's little surprise: The law, and courtroom savvy, is something the third-generation lawyer grew up with
- A Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, Mr. Johnson has successfully handled a wide range of product liability, consumer protection, defective medical device, and commercial litigation, as well as medical malpractice and other personal injury cases
- The cases may differ, but their theme is always the same: fighting to protect, and vindicate, his client's rights
- The South Florida native's philosophy is simple: his client's interests are his interests
- That means every case is tackled with the same level of preparation, dedication, and skill that Mr. Johnson would demand in his own attorneys
- And it means always being responsive to clients and their needs
- Like his partners at Babbitt, Johnson, Osborne & Le Clainche, he brings the service of a small firm - but large-firm talent - to every case he handles
- It has earned him the respect of judges, juries, and peers
- But more importantly, it has earned him the respect of his clients
- Year Joined Firm 1991 Litigation Percentage 100% of Practice Devoted to Litigation Certified Legal Specialties Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, The Florida Bar Certified Civil Trial Advocate, National Board of Trial Advocacy Civil Trial Practice, Florida Bar, 1996 Professional Associations and Memberships Palm Beach County Bar Association Palm Beach County Justice Association The Florida Bar, Member, Civil Procedure Rules Committee, 2008 - Present American Association for Justice American Bar Association The Florida Justice Association American Inns of the Court Florida Bar Association, Member, 1983 - Present National Board of Trial Advocacy, Member, 1996 - Present ABOTA, Member, 2001 - Present
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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 West Palm Beach 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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