About Joseph
Joseph A. Dunn is an attorney specializing in personal injury and insurance claims, with a dedicated practice based in Springfield, Ohio. Since 1992, he has been a proud member of the Ohio State Bar Association, contributing to the legal community in various capacities. Additionally, Dunn is an active member of the Clark County Bar Association and the Ohio Association for Justice, organizations that advocate for the rights of individuals and uphold the standards of the legal profession. Born on July 8, 1955, in Washington, D.C., Dunn pursued higher education with determination. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Bowling Green State University in 1977, laying a solid foundation for his future legal career.
In 1980, he graduated with a Juris Doctor from the prestigious University of Notre Dame, a school known for its rigorous academic standards and commitment to ethics in law. Following his graduation, Dunn began his legal career in Phoenix, Arizona, where he served as a law clerk for a U.S. District Court judge, gaining inexperience in federal court proceedings. Dunn's professional journey continued at Snell & Wilmer, one of Arizona's largest law firms, where he developed his skills in litigation. By 1985, he had advanced to become a partner at a prominent plaintiffs' firm in Phoenix, focusing on representing clients in personal injury cases. In 1992, seeking to be closer to family, Dunn made the significant decision to return to Springfield, Ohio.
He joined his father, Ed, at Cole Acton Harmon Dunn, where he has since dedicated his practice to representing victims of serious accidents and handling wrongful death claims. Throughout his career, Dunn has achieved remarkable success, securing numerous jury awards and settlements that exceed $1 million. This impressive track record has earned him membership in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a prestigious group that recognizes attorneys who have achieved significant results for their clients. Dunn is licensed to practice in both Ohio and Arizona, and he is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Courts for the District of Arizona and the Southern District of Ohio, as well as the U.S. Supreme Court.
Dunn's office is conveniently located at 333 North Limestone Street, Suite 102, Springfield, Ohio 45503 — He can be reached by phone at 937-322-0891 or toll-free at 800-589-1801. Outside of his legal practice, Dunn enjoys golfing and is a devoted fan of the Arizona Cardinals and Notre Dame sports teams. For more information about his practice and services, visit the firm's website at coleacton.com. This biography reflects Dunn's experience and commitment to advocating for his clients' rights.
