Scott I. Palumbo
Palumbo, Wolfe & Palumbo
2800 North Central Avenue
Suite 1400
Phoenix, AZ 85004
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Phone: (800) 752-1570
http://www.palumbowolfe.com/
Top-Ranked Personal Injury Lawyer in Phoenix
Legal Topic
Personal Injury
Preferred New Clients
At Palumbo Wolfe & Palumbo, we focus our efforts on representing catastrophic injury victims, who have suffered from the negligence or reckless behavior of a third party. No matter whether the injuries resulted from medical malpractice , a car or motorcycle accident, or a dangerous product, our clients can rely on our combined experience of over 150 years holding others accountable for their actions. Feel free to contact one of the personal injury lawyers from Palumbo Wolfe & Palumbo.
Sub-Topics
Accidents & Personal Injury
- Construction Site Injuries
- Jones Act
- Petrochemical Accidents
- Slip & Fall
- Sports Injuries
Car Accident
- Auto Accident
- Whiplash
Dangerous Property
Intentional Injuries
- Assault & Battery
- Child Abuse
- Dog Bites & Animal Attacks
- Domestic Violence
- Police Misconduct
- Sexual Assault
Mass Accidents
- Airplanes
- Buildings
- Mass Transit - Bus, Train, Subway
- Ships & Boats
Medical Malpractice
- Anesthesia Malpractice
- Birth Injuries and Defects
- Cosmetic Surgery
- Dental Malpractice
- Elder and Nursing Home Abuse
- Emergency Room Errors
- HMO Managed Case
- Lasik Eye Surgery
- Medication Malpractice
- Nursing Home Negligence
- Optometry Malpractice
- Prescription/Drug Malpractice
- Psychiatric Malpractice
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Surgical Errors
- Wrong Diagnosis or Misdiagnosis
Motorcycle Accident
Personal Injury Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Product Liability
- Design Defects
- Manufacturing Defects
Serious/Catastrophic Injuries
- Amputation
- Birth Injury
- Burn Injury
- Head/Brain Injury
- Paralysis
Truck Accident
Wrongful Death
Bar Admissions
AZ, Oct 2001
Bar Number: 021271
Other Court Admissions
Arizona
Association Memberships
• American Bar Association
• State Bar of Arizona (Trial Practice Section Executive Board Member)
• American Association for Justice
• Arizona Trial Lawyers Association (Member, Board of Directors)
• University of Notre Dame National Monogram Club (Member - Football)
• National Football League Players Association, 2002 - 2003 (Certified Contract Advisor)
• Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law Alumni Association (Member, Board of Directors)
• Superior Court of Arizona, 2009 - Present (Judge Pro Tempore)
• Arizona Supreme Court Attorney Discipline Unit (Hearing Panel Judge and Settlement Officer)
• Brain Injury Association of Arizona (Advisory Board Member
Continuing Education
One's education is never complete. I am always looking for ways to better myself in the practice of law and work to stay on the cutting edge of all new information that is provided to me. I am also proud to teach several classes and seminars each year throughout the state on numerous topics associated with personal injury claims.
Papers and Publications
"Other Arizona Liens," Arizona Personal Injury Lien Law and Practice, Ch. 5, 2006
"Balance Billing = HIPAA Violation," Advocate, July 2004
Example Cases
Due to client-attorney confidentiality, I do not release specifics regarding previous cases. I encourage you, however, to contact my firm if you have questions regarding how I will be able to help you.
Education
Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law
Juris Doctor
Tempe
AZ
2001
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor’s Degree
Notre Dame
IN
1996
Government and International Relations
Number of Attorneys
6
State Licensed In
Arizona
Firm Focus and History
Since starting Palumbo Wolfe & Palumbo, we have been repeatedly recognized as the preeminent accident and personal injury law firm in Arizona. Our firm has been ranked by US News & World Report and Best Lawyers as one of the best plaintiff specialty law firms, not only in Arizona, but in the country. We are the only Arizona law firm who has received top ranking in the areas of plaintiff's personal injury, medical malpractice and product liability law. Together, our trial attorneys have over 150 years of experience litigating complex personal injury and medical negligence cases for serious injury victims. We take great pride in guiding our clients through the legal system to obtain full and fair compensation for catastrophic injuries or wrongful death caused by another's negligence.
Previous Employment Summary
I have dedicated my entire practice to helping injury victims and their families cope with the process of litigating catastrophic personal injury claims. By focusing only on personal injury, I have gained considerable knowledge in cases involving everything from serious injuries to wrongful death, medical malpractice and product liability.
Activities and Awards
• Member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
• Named in the Top 100 Trial Attorneys by The National Trial Lawyers Association in 2009, 2010 and 2011
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
Due to their complex nature, personal injury claims should be handled by a professional. Clients should focus their efforts on rehabilitating their lives and leave the legal issues to me and my legal team.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I will gladly review all documents that may be relevant to the case. The more knowledge that I have regarding the claim and the associated situation, the better prepared I am to build a case.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
No.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
While growing up, I watched my father (now my partner) protect the rights of people injured through no fault of their own. I respected the courage he showed doing so and wanted to follow in his footsteps.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
My entire career has been spent handling complex personal injury matters. This experience allows me to represent injury victims in all personal injury cases, no matter how complicated they may be.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I chose personal injury because I like the challenge of protecting the "little guy" against large insurance companies and corporations.
What do you like best about your career?
I love the ability to help. Personal injury cases are extremely personal and require an invested interest into the welfare of the clients. I am blessed to be allowed to work closely with my clients to help in their times of need.
Tell us about your law firm:
I take great pride in being a founding member of Arizona's premier personal injury law firm. I work with a wonderful team that each brings something unique and fresh to the table. Together, we are able to provide our clients with the highest level of legal representation in catastrophic injury cases.
What are your strengths and style?
I am a perfectionist and give every matter the effort necessary to achieve a positive result for my clients.
Personal Interests:
I am married and am proud to have two wonderful children. When I am not busy at work, I spend time with my family. Being able to spend time with them is a joy I never take for granted.
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
No
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
To learn more about my fees, I encourage you to contact me.
Hourly Rates
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Free Initial Consultation?
Yes, I am proud to offer a free consultation for 120 minutes.
Typical Retainer
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