Joseph P. Lavin is a personal injury attorney with nearly 15 years of litigation experience and a powerful advantage: he’s spent years on both sides of the courtroom. Having represented insurance companies and large corporations, Joseph knows exactly how the defense thinks – and how to beat them.

He began his legal career as a law clerk before moving into civil and commercial litigation, where he quickly built a reputation for strong courtroom advocacy. He later spent more than eight years as a Trial Attorney for a major insurance carrier, handling complex claims, defending lawsuits, and developing a deep understanding of how insurers evaluate and fight cases.

Joseph went on to represent major retail companies in high-exposure litigation before making a deliberate shift to plaintiff-side personal injury law. Today, he uses that insider knowledge to help injured clients level the playing field.

At Cordisco & Saile, Joseph handles cases from initial investigation through trial, representing individuals and families dealing with serious injuries. He’s known for his disciplined, detail-driven approach and his ability to anticipate defense strategies before they unfold. For his clients, that means smarter case strategy, stronger positioning, and better outcomes.

Joseph earned his Juris Doctor from Hofstra University School of Law and holds dual undergraduate degrees from Penn State University in Communications and Crime, Law, and Justice.

When insurance companies try to minimize, delay, or deny legitimate claims, Joseph is already one step ahead. He’s seen their playbook, and he’s built his practice on shutting it down.