About your lawyer
Joseph Iarussi
With over 20 years of experience as a Nevada criminal defense lawyer, Joseph Iarussi knows how to tackle the tough cases his clients are facing. He emphasizes a tough approach to every case and a determination to aggressively fight each charge in order to protect his clients’ futures. In order to minimize the stress of facing the overwhelming criminal justice system, he also works to maintain open communication in every situation and help his client to understand the options at all times. With a wide range of experience handling every area of criminal defense, from traffic violations to violent offenses, Joseph Iarussi is ready to proactively take on any issue, no matter how challenging.
This determination is evident in educational background as well. He studied Communication at the University of Pittsburgh. He then turned his focus to law and earned his Juris Doctor at Ohio Northern University. He is currently licensed to represent clients in Nevada, and Pennsylvania, in addition to the U.S. District Courts of Nevada. As a practicing attorney, he gained hands-on experience while working as a court appointed attorney representing indigent clients. In this capacity, he witnessed the difficulties faced by those charged with a criminal offense and resolved to devote his knowledge of the legal system to aid those in these tough situations.
In addition to representing clients in the Las Vegas area, Joseph Iarussi also stays up to date on current legal issues as an active member of organizations such as the Nevada Association of Criminal Justice and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He continues to increase his knowledge of Nevada’s criminal justice system and applies his experiences toward helping his clients.