Joseph Dedvukaj
Top rated Personal Injury attorney in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
The Joseph Dedvukaj Firm, PC
Practice areas: Personal Injury; view more
Licensed in Michigan since: 1994
Education: Michigan State University College of Law
Languages spoken: Albanian, English
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Joseph Dedvukaj – Award-Winning Michigan Personal Injury Lawyer | The Joseph Dedvukaj Firm, P.C.
Joseph Dedvukaj is the founder and lead trial attorney at The Joseph Dedvukaj Firm, P.C., a premier personal injury law firm based in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. For over 30 years, Mr. Dedvukaj has fought for justice on behalf of injury victims across Metro Detroit and throughout Michigan, earning recognition as one of the region’s most trusted and results-driven accident attorneys.
Mr. Dedvukaj focuses his practice exclusively on personal injury law, representing clients in cases involving car accidents, truck crashes, motorcycle collisions, slip-and-fall injuries, dog bites, construction accidents, traumatic brain injuries, wrongful death, and premises liability. Since founding his firm in 1994, he has recovered over $300 million in verdicts, settlements, and judgments for victims and their families.
A compassionate advocate with a fierce courtroom presence, Mr. Dedvukaj has earned multiple accolades for his legal skill and ethical standards. He holds a prestigious AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell—the highest possible peer-review rating for legal ability and ethical conduct—and maintains a 5.0 rating on Avvo, where he is recognized as a “Superb” attorney. He is also a lifetime member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, an honor reserved for trial lawyers who have secured multi-million-dollar results.
In recognition of his success and dedication, Mr. Dedvukaj has been named among The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 and listed on Super Lawyers—a distinction awarded to only the top 5% of attorneys in each state.
Admitted to practice in Michigan and before the Supreme Court of the United States, Mr. Dedvukaj is also a proud member of the American Association for Justice (AAJ) and the American Bar Association (ABA).
Mr. Dedvukaj earned his Juris Doctor from Michigan State University College of Law and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) from the University of Michigan.
Practice areas
Personal Injury - General: PlaintiffFocus areas
Animal Bites, Assault, Brain Injury, Construction Accident, Dram Shop Laws, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury - Plaintiff, Premises Liability - Plaintiff, Sexual Abuse - Plaintiff, Slip and Fall, Toxic Mold, Trucking Accidents, Wrongful Death
- 100% Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff
First Admitted: 1994, Michigan
Professional Webpage: https://www.1866hirejoe.com/about-joseph-dedvukaj/
Bar / Professional Activity
- Better Business Bureau A+ Rated, 2021
- Expertise Best Car Accident Attorney Award Waterford , 2021
- Top Attorney Award, 2021
- The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 is an invitation-only organization composed of the premier trial lawyers from each state or region who meet stringent qualifications as civil plaintiff and/or criminal defense trial lawyers. Selection is based on a thorough multi-phase objective and uniformly applied process which includes peer nominations combined with third-party research. Membership is extended only to the select few of the most qualified attorneys from each state or region who demonstrate superior qualifications of leadership, reputation, influence, stature and public profile measured by objective and uniformly applied standards in compliance with state bar and national Rule 4-7., 2021
- American Bar Association Member , 2021
- Member of Association of Trial Lawyers of America , 1994
- Member American Association for Justice 2007-2008
- Sustaining Member of Michigan Association for Justice 2001-2002, 2005, 2006, 2007, and 2016 Member of Michigan Association for Justice 2003-2004, 2008, 2010, and 2015
- Admitted United States District Court Western District of Michigan
- Admitted to United States District Court Eastern District of Michigan
- Admitted to Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals
- Admitted and qualified as an Attorney and Counsellor of The Supreme Court of the United States , 2006
Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)
- In 2020, Joseph Dedvukaj obtained an $8,000,000 settlement for a client hurt by a municipal utility truck. , 2020
- Truck hauler settlement $925,000, 2021
- $1,250,000 Judgment against American Country Insurance for Auto Accident , 2020
- Truck Accident Settlement $925,000, 2021
- In 2016, Joseph Dedvukaj obtained a settlement in the amount of $3,850,000 for his client in a common carrier accident. , 2016
- In 2015, Joseph Dedvukaj had the 4th highest personal injury verdict (6,872,931) in the State of Michigan as reported by Lawyers Weekly. , 2015
- In 2016, Joseph Dedvukaj obtained a settlement in the amount of $2,250,000 in favor of his client. The police car ran a red light and caused head, neck and back injuries. , 2016
Representative Clients
- $1,600,000 unanimous jury verdict in low speed truck accident, 2023
Pro bono / Community Service
- Chairman of Board for Nonprofit TVBoin, 2021
- AVVO Question and Answer Contributor, 2021
- Provided pro bono legal help to indigenous Albanian tribes living in Montenegro to secure the right to local self government in Malesia Montenegro. , 2012
- Joseph Dedvukaj provided legal representation to students and teachers regarding cuts to bilingual program at Utica Community Schools , 2016
- During 2006 to 2008, I provided pro bono legal assistance and representation to Albanian Americans accused of conspiracy to overthrow the Montenegrin government. In addition, I wrote several reports to the United States Department of State about the violation of International norms during the legal proceedings in Montenegro. , 2006
- Joseph Dedvukaj provided pro bono legal representation since 1995 to present to Saint Paul's Albanian Catholic Church and Albanian American Club in Rochester Hills, Michigan. , 1995
Educational Background
- Undergraduate degree in business from the University of Michigan
White Papers
- Recognition for success as a personal injury car and truck accident lawyer. , The Making of a Legal Maverick: Joseph Dedvukaj's Path to Becoming a Top Personal Injury Attorney, Personal Injury Car Accident Lawyer, 2023
- The article highlighted the success of the personal injury law over the course of the last 30 years. , From Humble Beginnings to Legal Advocacy: The Evolution of The Joseph Dedvukaj Firm, P.C., Personal Injury Auto Accident Attorney, 2023
- Highlighting success as a personal injury law in American Courtrooms. , From the Albanian Alps to American courtrooms: Joseph Dedvukaj's inspiring journey, Personal Injury Car Accident Lawyer, 2023
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- I wrote a legal brief analyzing the legal rights and right to local self government of indigenous tribal Albanians, in the Malesia region, living in Montenegro. I argued indigenous Albanians have a legal right to local self government based international norms. Tuzi-Malesia now has a local self government. , Attorney arguing in favor of local self government for indigenous Albanians living in Montenegro, Tuzi - Malesia Municipality, International Civil Rights, 2011
- Many lawyers ignore the critical role they play in being compassionate towards their injured clients. I make empathy part of my every day life as a lawyer. After all, I exist to serve the needs of the people I represent. I can only be as good as the human touch I give to my clients. , Empathetic listener and the beacon of hope for victims injured in a car accident or truck accident., The Human Side Of Law: Joseph Dedvukaj's Empathetic Jurisprudence, International Business Times, Personal Injury Car Accident Attorney, 2024
- In an effort to advance the rights of the indigenous Albanian people living in Montenegro, I wrote a letter along with the legal brief analyzing the rights of the Albanian people to be recognized as indigenous and have the government of Montenegro provide a local self government to Albanians in the Malesia region. , Letter sent to the Council of Europe and the Special Rapporteur of the United Nations Committee on Indigenous Albanian Peoples Living in Montenegro, 2012
Other Outstanding Achievements
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Peer Review Rated , 2022
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Peer Rated, 2024
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Peer Rated, 2023
- Joseph Dedvukaj met with Special United States Special Presidential Envoy, Richard Grenell, on behalf of the Albanian community to share concerns about the September 2, 2020, Kosova economic normalization agreement signed at the White House. , 2020
Honors
- Listed as an Honored Professional of National Directory of Who's Who in Executive and Professionals, Who's Who in Executives and Professionals, 1998
- Honored for Demonstrated Leadership and Dedication in Profession or Industry, America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals, 2002
- Recognizing Excellence in Personal Injury, Lawyers of Distinction, 2018
- Top Lawyers In Michigan Highest In Ethical Standards and Professional Excellence, The Legal Network, 2014
- Recognizing Excellence in Personal Injury Law, Lawyers of Distinction, 2019
- Top Lawyers In Michigan Highest In Ethical Standards and Professional Excellence, The Legal Network, 2013
- Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum The Top Trial Lawyers In America, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum The Top Trial Lawyers In America, 2021
- Top Lawyers In Michigan Highest In Ethical Standards and Professional Excellence, The Legal Network, 2015
- Million Dollar Advocates Forum The Top Trial Lawyers In America, Million Dollar Advocates Forum, 2021
- Personal Injury Top 10% In The USA, Lawyers of Distinction, 2017
- 10 Best Lawyers in Michigan, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys, 2017
- Joseph Dedvukaj received the client champion platinum award from Martindale-Hubbell because he excelled at service as affirmed by his clients. This award was based on the quantity and quality of his client Martindale-Hubbell reviews, demonstrating an ongoing commitment to delivering excellent client service. Platinum is the highest award available. , Client Champion Platinum Award, Martindale Hubbell, 2021
- AV Preeminent is the highest peer rating standard. Joseph Dedvukaj was awarded this rating because he ranked in the highest level of professional excellence for his legal expertise, communication skills, and ethical standards by his peers. , AV Preeminent Peer Rating, Martindale Hubble, 2021
Industry Groups
- Legal
Office location for Joseph Dedvukaj
1277 West Square Lake Road
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
Phone: 248-479-4880
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2024 - 2026
