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James C. Lewis

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James C. Lewis
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5.0 star rating
He's Not Just My Lawyer, He's My Friend
- HM, a Motorcycle Accident client
5.0 star rating
Jim was very helpful with my son's case
- Cory, a Medical Malpractice client

Overview

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10.0

Superb

10
Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 5.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Practice Areas
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  • 50% Medical Malpractice
    33 years
  • 20% Car / Auto Accident
    33 years
  • 5% Slip and Fall Accident
    33 years
  • 5% Wrongful Death
    33 years
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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Contingent (33%-45%), Free Consultation (60 minutes)

Contact Information
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  • 800-752-0042
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  • 101 Eaton Street
    Mill Point Center
    Hamtpn, VA 23669
    Office: 800-752-0042
    Office: 800-752-0042
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  • Shapiro, Lewis & Appleton Law Firm
    1294 Diamond Springs Road
    Virginia Beach, VA 23455
    Office: 800-752-0042
    Office: 800-752-0042
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  • 101 E. Elizabeth Street
    Elizabeth City, NC 27909
    Office: 800-752-0042
    Office: 800-752-0042
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Languages Spoken
  • English

About Me

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Hello. My name is Jim Lewis and I'm an injury lawyer who's been practicing law for over 30 years. I'm licensed to practice law in Virginia and North Carolina... more

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Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“He's Not Just My Lawyer, He's My Friend”

Posted by: HM, 2010-04-27 almost 2 years ago.

Client Review: Jim, I just want to thank you so much for being so caring and compassionate to our needs. We were in a nursing home the week after our motorcycle... more
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“Jim was very helpful with my son's case”

Posted by: Cory, 2011-07-06 7 months ago.

Client Review: My husband and I came to see Jim Lewis looking for help with our son who was injured during childbirth. Jim agreed to take our case and worked on it... more
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Peer Endorsements

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Kevin Michael Duffan

Jim is a top-notch Virginia injury lawyer. He is one of the "go-to" attorneys for plaintiff's side medical malpractice in the Commonwealth. It is... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Kevin Duffan , Virginia Beach (VA), 7 months ago
Emily Mapp Brannon

Jim is a fantastic Virginia injury lawyer and he has been a great mentor to me. Jim utilitizes his combination vast legal knowledge and affable,... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Emily Brannon , Virginia Beach (VA), 7 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

33 years since James C. Lewis was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Virginia Authorized to practice law 1979 10/09/2009
North Carolina Authorized to practice law 1993 05/22/2008
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience
Position Duration
Partner at Shapiro, Cooper, Lewis, & Appleton 2003–present

Education
School Major Degree Graduated
The College of William and Mary Juris Doctorate
University of Virginia Bachelors

Awards
Award Name Granting Organization Date
Virginia Super Lawyer Law & Politics Magazine 2012
Virginia Super Lawyer Law & Politics Magazine 2011
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Associations
Position Association Name Duration
Adjunct Professor William and Mary School of Law 2010-present
Member Million Dollar Advocates Forum 2009-present
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Portfolio

Contribution
Reputation Level 8
Answers: 9 Legal Answers
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1 Answer marked as good
Guides: 7 Legal Guides
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Publications
Article Publication Date
Surgeons Could Improve Patient Safety, Reduce Medical Mistakes with Use of “Safe-Surgery Checklist” Injuryboard Consumer Safety Blog 2010
One Bad Doctor Can Ruin a Medical Practice Injuryboard Consumer Safety Blog 2009
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Speaking Engagements
Presentation Name Conference Date
Personal Injury Litigation Seminar Handling a Personal Injury Case: Phone Call to Verdict 2010
Medical Malpractice Grand Rounds 2006
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