James M. Roane III

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James M. Roane III

also known as Roane Law

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

Car accident Lawyer at Greensboro, NC
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect ... +2 more

107 Lindley Road, Greensboro, NC

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About James

Biography

Attorney Roane was in a serious wreck himself, and that is why he went to Wake Forest Law School. He understands what you are going through.

I myself was in a serious wreck, so I know what you are going through. I have no only lived through it like you, I have been fighting the insurance companies for over 23 years. I can help.

The elderly deserve better. We can make sure of it.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Car Accident 75%

I am primarily a litigation attorney, which means that I am hired to go to court and not just settle. I have litigated hundreds of cases with successful results.

28 years | 600 cases

75%
Personal Injury 10%

I have successfully litigated and obtained verdicts in many car wreck cases, premises liability cases and other general personal injury cases.

27 years | 600 cases

10%
Brain Injury 5%

Successfully litigated and settled many brain injury cases including a large settlement regarding the failure of a child car seat.

5%
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect 5%

President of the Nursing Home Division of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice. Settled and tried to verdicts many cases.

24 years | 50 cases

5%
Wrongful Death 5%

Most of my cases come from referrals from other attorneys, and many of these cases involve the wrongful death of persons through neglect or reckless behavior. I have tried and won many wrongful death cases.

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes

Contingency

33%-45%

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 26 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Roane Law

107 Lindley Road, Greensboro, NC, 27410

roane-law.com/

Online Presence

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James M. Roane III's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

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4 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | April 6, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Accident

I was in pickup and driver comes out of parking lot and hits me in right side. Contacted Jeff Roane’s office, he took my case. My neck was injured, nerve in my neck was pinched almost into so I had to have surgery. Mr Roane help with all medical bills. I’m very thankful for what he did. He will help ...you too.

Posted by anonymous | July 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Car Accident

I was in a bad car accident and the other insurance company was terrible. They fought me every step of the way: car repair, loaner car, medical bills and depreciated value--the last straw was them trying to repair my car with use parts.....a 2 year old car. I asked around who a good attorney w...as--everyone said call James Roane in Greensboro as he gets great results. He spent the time necessary and got me medical, depreciate value, proper repairs. He was great and I highly recommend him!!

Posted by Wayne | November 24, 2009

Nursing Home Case

I was very pleased by the way Attorney James Roane and his staff handled the lawsuit against the nursing home in the death of my wife. Attorney Roane is very sensitive to the needs and feelings of his clients. I would recommend to any person in need of legal guidance.

Posted by anonymous | July 23, 2009

Attorney Testimonial for Traumatic Car Wreck Case

When James was hired as my attorney I didn't even know I was alive. I was a passenger in an automoblie traveling home from the beach after spending a few days down there for a quick vacation, when the automobile I was a passenger in was struck head on by a drunk driver. That left me being the only ...surivor!! I remember the first time I ever met James, he was such a kind and caring person. I remember telling him about what I remembered about the wreck which wasn't alot. So with all the information and all my pictures he put them together to get me the best settlement possible. I am thankful for the person James is, I have never had to deal with lawyers or any kind of settlement type thing but James always kept me up to date on what was going on and how things were going. He showed he really cared in my situation. There aren't enough words to tell him how truely greatful I am for all he did but just know James Roane is a great lawyer and will work hard for you!! I would strongly recommend James Roane to anyone I know that may ever need his services for he understands the hard times injured people face, not only the injured ones but their families too. Thanks James for working hard for me!

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James M. Roane III's Lawyer Endorsements

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Timothy Dugan

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. James is an amazing lawyer, who fights relentlessly for his clients. James is extremely knowledgeable and an outstanding trial attorney."

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Daniel Donovan

Car accident lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"James is an excellent attorney."

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Michael Lewis

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I wholeheartedly endorse James. He is a true warrior for his clients, leaving no stone unturned in his efforts to get them the full measure of justice they deserve. Ethical, intelligent, personable, he is a real champion for those who need him most."

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Marcus McGee

Wrongful death lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have handled cases with James and been an arbitrator on one of his cases. Thus, I have seen him in action on many occasions. He is a fearless lawyer who dares his opposition to take him to trial. In a world where a lot of "trial lawyers" will do anything to avoid actually trying a case, James is always ready to go."

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Jean Martin

Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. James is an excellent lawyer. His care and compassion for his clients is matched only by his work ethic and hard work."

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James Johnson

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a fellow attorney, I am pleased to have the opportunity to endorse James M. Roane III. I have known James since we attended law school together at Wake Forest. There are a lot of plaintiffs' attorneys who have catchy ads, but I can tell you as an absolute certainty that the Roane Law commericials describing James' own personal ordeal are heartfelt, genuine and real. James knows from first-hand experience what it is like to take on the insurance companies and to fight for just and fair compensation for ordinary citizens - he's done it not only for clients but also for himself. Clients of Roane Law can be assured that James will be a fierce advocate who will always work hard for them."

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Bobby Bollinger

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jamie does a great job for his clients and has obtained some very nice results for clients. He is diligent in preparing a case and he cares about the people he represents."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Kirk Horsley

Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Friend

"James is a pit bull with a huge heart! He does not accept no for an answer. He will take on cases that other attorneys can't or won't handle. He will see the case all the way through. He is never afraid to take a case to trial, in fact he would rather litigate the case then settle it. His incredible trial record speaks for itself. When you need a true plaintiff's attorney who will not stop fighting for your case until the jury delivers its verdict, James Roane should be at the top of your list. Unfortunately because of time, he is only able to handle very serious cases. I called James at 11pm on a Friday night to get his help with a death case of a child and he took the time to evaluate the case and called the client Saturday morning. He is extremely dedicated to his work and his pursuit of justice for his clients. I can recommend him without any reservation. He has the highest level of integrity and his ethics are beyond compare."

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Daniel Deuterman

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"James Roane is one of those rare lawyers that has demonstrated the ability to consistenly win large personal injury verdicts. Not only is he an extremely effective advocate, but he is very personable and of the highest character. I strongly recommend James Roane."

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Christopher Woodyard

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"The public has vast options when choosing a law firm, but not all firms are created equally. Without reservation, I recommend James Roane because he understands the hardships faced by injured persons and their families. James has no time for frivolous lawsuits; he is too busy standing up against big insurance companies for our neighbors, friends and family members. While always compassionate and courteous, he knows when it is appropriate to unleash as an unrelenting warrior against the opposition. James' time as my supervising attorney afforded me a first hand glimpse of what client advocacy means. If more attorneys kept the focus and determination that James exemplifies, the profession would not carry the tarnished reputation it has today. In the classroom, I frequently use James and his 'war stories' as examples of how an honorable attorney conducts business. Roane Law puts PEOPLE above profits; a concept that the big triad law firms have either forgotten or never really knew in the first place."

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Daniel Donovan

Personal injury lawyer

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Daniel Deuterman

Workers compensation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

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2023

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2022

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2021

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2016

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2015

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2014

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2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

North Carolina, Super Lawyers

2010

Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2010

AV rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Legal Elite- Top Attorney in NC under 40, Business North Carolina Magazine

1999

Medal for Excellence in Advocacy, American College of Trial Lawyers

1998

Most Outstanding Advocate, North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Owner, Roane Law

2008 - Present

Adjunct Professor of Trial Practice, Elon University School of Law

2001 - 2008

Director of Litigation, Crumley & Associates

Associations

2013 - Present

American Board of Trial Advocates

member

2011 - Present

Southern Trial Lawyers Association

member

2009 - Present

Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Member

2005 - Present

Guillford County Nursing Home Advisory Committee

Appointed member by commissioners

2003 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2001 - Present

North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers

Chairman of the Nursing Home Division

2000 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Trucking serious injury case

$3.4 million

Truck wreck wrongful death

$3.3 million

Premises Liability

$579,000 Verdict

Fall Death Case

$275,000 verdict

Bed Sore Case

$480,000 verdict in Davidson County

Serious Car Wreck

$3.8 million settlement

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Education

1999

Wake Forest University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

University of North Carolina, Greensboro

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

North Carolina Advocates for Justice

Pre-exisiting conditions

2010

2009

Convention

Nursing Home Law Updates

2009

Continuing Legal Education

Trial Basics for New Attorneys

2008

Mountain Magic

Nursing Home Litigation Basics

2008

Arbitrations

Nursing Home arbitrations

2007

Medical Malpractice Experts

Malpractice Experts

2007

Graduation 2007

Keynote speaker

2006

Piedmont Triad Council of Governments

Nursing Home Abuse

2006

Nursing Home Litigation

9(j) and Rule 702

2006

Disaster Preparedness for Nursing Homes

Nursing Home Abuse

Publications

2012

NCAJ Trial Briefs Nursing Home Staffing: How Much is Required and How Much Do They Really Have?

2008

Greensboro News & record Mental Health Reform Laws Laid Bare

Languages

English

Activity

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