With a deep commitment to justice and a dedication to
serving the local community, Joel Zimmerman is a seasoned attorney known for
his tireless advocacy and approachable demeanor. Focusing on representing
injured plaintiffs, Joel brings both empathy and legal experience to his
clients' cases.
Before joining Bubalo Law, Joel honed his skills by
assisting Social Security disability claimants, ensuring that some of society's
most vulnerable individuals received the benefits they deserved. His experience
also extends to defending criminal defendants and securing favorable
settlements across various legal matters, including personal injury, mortgage
litigation, and property disputes. Transitioning his focus to advocating for
the wrongly injured, Joel became part of Becker Law Office PLC, a subsidiary of
Bubalo Law PLC, in August 2020.
A native of Louisville and a graduate of Ballard High
School, Joel earned his Juris Doctor magna cum laude from the University of
Louisville's Louis D. Brandeis School of Law in 2016. His academic journey
includes obtaining a Bachelor of Arts degree with double majors in history and
religion from Miami University in 2005.
Before embarking on his legal career, Joel made significant
contributions to politics and government affairs, collaborating closely with
prominent figures like Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear and Louisville Mayor
Jerry Abramson. Additionally, he served as Director of Government Affairs and
Marketing for a healthcare company specializing in daycare services for
medically fragile children.
Joel's commitment to public service extends beyond his legal
practice. He is a distinguished member of the Honorable Order of Kentucky
Colonels and served two terms on the Judicial Nominating Commission for the
30th Judicial Circuit and District of Kentucky from 2012 to 2017.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Joel finds joy in
traveling, cooking, and engaging in board games. However, his greatest pleasure
stems from spending quality time with his wife, son, and their two beloved
dogs.
Joel is an active member of the legal community, holding
memberships in the Kentucky Bar Association, Indiana Bar Association, as well
as admissions to the United States District Court for the Western District of
Kentucky and the United States District Court for the Southern District of
Indiana.
(Also Attorney, Bubalo Law PLC)
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