Joseph S. Shook

Joseph S. Shook is a Miami employment and civil rights attorney who represents clients throughout South Florida. His work includes workplace disputes, police brutality matters, insurance conflicts, and contract litigation. He has handled hundreds of cases involving local, state, and federal laws. In addition to his employment practice, he draws on decades of general practice experience to address legal disputes involving individuals and their rights.

Joseph earned a B.S. from the University of Miami in 1985 and a J.D. from Pepperdine University in 1988. He was admitted to practice in Florida and Pennsylvania in 1988. His legal education preceded work in criminal defense and civil practice, giving him a foundation for evaluating employment claims, contract obligations, and allegations of civil rights violations under different legal standards.

Joseph previously served as an assistant public defender with the Palm Beach Public Defender’s Office. His later practice has involved employment law, civil rights and police brutality, insurance issues, and contract disputes. He works with clients on the legal strategy appropriate to their circumstances and provides guidance during different stages of a case. His professional background includes matters subject to municipal, state, and federal law.

Joseph S. Shook is a member of The Florida Bar and has maintained professional associations with the Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations. His experience as a public defender and general practice attorney contributes to his work across employment and civil litigation matters. He emphasizes discussing legal options with clients and developing strategies around the facts of each dispute. His practice serves people seeking representation in Miami and surrounding communities.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Joseph S. Shook, P.A.
• Member, The Florida Bar
• Member, Pennsylvania Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association

Licensed State

• Florida
• Pennsylvania

Education

• Pepperdine University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Miami
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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