James Clarence Campbell

James Clarence Campbell

4.3
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 38 years

Family Lawyer at Shalimar, FL
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense ... +7 more

4 11th Avenue, Suite 2 (Shalimar), Shalimar, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 38 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1987

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Location

Campbell & Madden, PLLC

4 11th Avenue, Suite 2 (Shalimar), Shalimar, FL, 32579-3300

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4.3 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Compassion

Posted by anonymous | March 06, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Simply doesn’t care

My case was very poorly handled, or rather mishandled. I believed Mr. Campbell during my initial consultation but as soon as I hired him he changed the attitude. Multiple mistakes happened by him and the office that had to be corrected and when I pointed it out I was charged for corrections. Mr. Ca...mpbell doesn’t listen his clients and simply didn’t care about my case. He wouldn’t let me finish my sentences, days would go by to get an answer from him or Stephanie, documents weren’t filed on time, emails from a mediator were ignored. They made sure I know in every conversation that they have other clients and my case is not that important. I wish I could say that it was worth of money, but after spending a good sum (several thousands), Mr. Campbell just complicated, and purposely dragged the case… such a shame and I wish I knew better.

Posted by Aymee | July 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Thank God for a Great/Honest Lawyer

My divorce/custody battle started overseas 4 years ago. When I hired Mr. Campbell the divorce/custody was already done and signed by the judge yet not even 4 months later we were having issues. Mr. Campbell took the time to re-write our custody agreement into plain language and has been by side the... entire time. If I have a question on what to do or how to interpret something, he and his team is right there with the answer and guidance. Now 4 years since I have retained him I have had to go back to court with my ex and Mr. Campbell is once again right by side reassuring me, explaining the process (while speaking plain english) and ensuring the right thing is done. What I like best about Mr. Campbell is not only is he going to look out for his client's interest but the interest of the child. He will give you the honest truth about how its going to be looked at and let you know if you truly are in the "right". He's not after your money so rather than waste your time with phone calls and back and forth documentation (which can add up) he let's you know in one shot. He'll give you the facts of what things may cost you, how your case fairs based on the information you have provided and let you decide. In no way is he pushy. With what I have went through over the past 4 years and having to do this as a military parent, I don't know what I would have done without him.

Posted by Matthew | September 06, 2012 | Family

Outstanding Legal Representation

I would highly recommend Mr. Campbell for all of your family law needs. I am a returning client. Mr. Campbell has represented me in two contempt hearings and a child support hearing, and we have won every hearing. Mr. Campbell is a tiger in the courtroom. He points out inconsistencies in document...s and testimonies given by “the other side,” he objects often when it is necessary, and knows what he is doing. Mr. Campbell does not sugarcoat anything. He clearly outlines the best-case scenario as well as the worst possible case scenario. He does an outstanding job at making sure his clients know what the law states, and he has the ability to explain it so that the average, non-law speaking person can understand. Mr. Campbell is very quick to return emails and phone calls. Before hiring Mr. Campbell, I had contacted several other attorneys. Mr. Campbell was the only one that gave me the impression that he wanted to help me. The others did not seem to care one way or the other. Mr. Campbell’s staff is some of the most professional, polite, and respectful individuals I have ever had the pleasure to talk to. His staff worked with me on making payments, kept me informed on court hearings, and when I needed additional documents for an out-of-state attorney, his staff sent me the documents immediately. The client intake forms and payment schedules were clear and concise. I knew what I was paying for and when. Should I ever need legal representation again, I WILL return to Mr. Campbell and his staff.

Posted by Diana, Connie and Family | September 04, 2012 | Family

Exceptional

My family hired Mr. Campbell to assist us with a family matter that was complicated and had us traveling over a thousand miles trying to be mindful of statutes that governed two States. During the first meeting Mr. Campbell listened, took notes, asked many questions and agreed to take our case. The... case was complicated and involved many people with divergent personalities. Mr. Campbell was undeterred and determined to do what was right. Our second meeting Mr. Campbell produced the applicable Statutes and explained each in detail making certain that we understood the meaning of the terms and how they should be applied in our case. He was cognizant of the costs and financial hardship our family was experiencing and managed our time efficiently and effectively. He was available and acted quickly to respond and thwart immoral and underhanded efforts by the opposition. Mr. Campbell was compassionate and thorough. As the cased progressed, Mr. Campbell was receptive to all of our ideas and was passionate in his efforts to uncover and present the truth. When we were emotional, Mr. Campbell would cause us to pause and focus our attention on facts and truth. Rather than patronize, as in our prior experiences, Mr. Campbell would seek proof and validate our claims, follow up and made certain each and every fact necessary for introduction was presented. Mr. Campbell respects his clients. The staff was personable and professional. After the conclusion of our case, they continue to take a genuine interest in our situation and have made themselves available for questions and still respond to our requests. Mr. Campbell's advice wasn't always easy. We all believe we are "right" and true to that concept, Mr. Campbell strictly adhered to the law and advised us on "what" was right. He never provided false hope and he always fought vigorously on our behalf. Given a choice, our desire would have been to have Mr. Campbell represent us in the other State as well. We were blessed with his representation and will call upon him again if ever the circumstances require. Sincerely,

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1990 - 2020

Owner, Campbell and Madden

Associations

1996 - Present

Fort Walton Beach Bridge Authority

Chariman

1987 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

Okaloosa-Walton County Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

2000 - 2003

Florida Bar, Grievance Committee

Chairman

1999 - 2000

Okaloosa-Walton County Bar Association

President

Education

1987

Samford University, Cumberland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

Troy University

Master of Science - Public Administration

1972

University of Southern Mississippi

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Spanish

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