Joseph R. Lewis III

Biography

Joe Lewis is a litigator who brings a practical, business-minded approach to complex legal problems. Although he sits in the firm’s Litigation Department, Joe’s practice naturally spans the firm’s labor and employment and corporate departments. Clients rely on him for clear, grounded advice—whether they’re navigating a dispute, managing growth, or responding to internal business challenges.

Joe focuses his litigation practice on real estate disputes, corporate governance conflicts, and employment matters. He represents business owners, stakeholders, and employers in both state and federal court, including cases involving adverse possession, prescriptive easements, shareholder oppression, fiduciary breaches, and employment-related claims. Joe is committed to delivering practical solutions, reducing risk, and protecting the business interests his clients value most—whether financial, operational, or reputational.

Beyond litigation, Joe counsels privately held companies across multiple industries. He provides day-to-day legal support to clients on a wide range of issues, including employment claims, contract disputes, real estate transactions, regulatory compliance, and internal governance. His clients value his ability to identify legal and business risks early, respond decisively, and offer solutions tailored to their operations and goals.

Joe’s background in corporate and transactional work enhances his litigation practice. He has advised startups and growth-stage companies on entity formation, financing, commercial contracting, and intellectual property strategy—giving him insight into the full lifecycle of the businesses he represents.