Joe Tobler

Joseph Tobler is a distinguished criminal defense attorney whose exceptional trial record and comprehensive experience place him among Arizona's leading legal practitioners. As a seasoned trial attorney, Mr. Tobler has achieved remarkable success across a broad spectrum of criminal cases, including complex drug charges, sexual offenses, and capital murder trials. During his notable tenure in capital defense, Mr. Tobler demonstrated extraordinary advocacy skills, successfully preventing death row sentences for his clients over a six-year period. His litigation expertise extends throughout Arizona's court system, where he has secured numerous complete acquittals through strategic jury trial defense. Mr. Tobler's legal education commenced at The Bowen School of Law at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, where he earned his Juris Doctor and received the Dean's Certificate of Distinguished Service. His academic achievements included an internship with Arkansas Supreme Court Chief Justice Jim Hannah. Prior to his legal career, he completed his bachelor's degree at Brigham Young University and gained international experience during a two-year mission in Japan, where he developed fluency in Japanese. As a former president of the Arkansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Mr. Tobler established himself as a leader in the legal community before bringing his expertise to Arizona. His approach to criminal defense combines meticulous preparation with genuine client advocacy. Each case receives his focused attention, whether addressing serious felony charges or misdemeanor offenses. This client-centered methodology, coupled with his extensive trial experience, enables him to develop effective defense strategies while maintaining clear communication throughout the legal process. At Grand Canyon Law Group, Mr. Tobler exemplifies the firm's commitment to rigorous advocacy and client service, consistently achieving favorable outcomes through strategic defense and unwavering dedication to his clients' interests.

• Managing Partner
• Languages
• English (Primary)
• Japanese

• Arkansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (former president)
• AACJ