Joseph I. Joe Giarrusso

Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

3.0 (1 reviews)

New Orleans, Louisiana

24+ years experience

Phelps Dunbar LLP

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

504-566-1311

https://www.phelps.com/professionals/joseph-i-giarrusso-iii.html

365 Canal Street, Suite 2000, New Orleans, LA 70130-6534

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Bio

Joseph I. Giarrusso III is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants.Joseph I., who practices law in New Orleans, Louisiana, has been recognized since 2014. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Joseph I. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Joseph I. Giarrusso III is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants.Joseph I., who practices law in New Orleans, Louisiana, has been recognized since 2014. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Joseph I. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Joseph I. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Louisiana

State Capital

Baton Rouge

Highest Court

Louisiana Supreme Court

Bar Association

Louisiana State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

Free-$150

Typical Hourly Range

Often contingency-based

Fee Model Notes

Many personal injury matters are handled on contingency, often around 25%-40% of recovery.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2014

Education

Louisiana State University, J.D., graduated 2001

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Reviews

Justin Morris

3 months ago

Competent defense attorney, but communication could improve

Mr. Giarrusso represented my company in a slip-and-fall claim at one of our New Orleans properties. His deep experience in personal injury defense, including his recognition by Best Lawyers, was evident in his strategic handling of the case, which we settled favorably. With 24 years in practice, he knows the Louisiana legal landscape well. However, the process felt somewhat impersonal. There were periods where updates were sparse, and responses to emails could take several days, which was stressful. While his legal expertise is solid and his firm's reputation is strong, the client service aspect felt just adequate. He is a skilled attorney who achieved the result we needed, but managing expectations and communication could be stronger.