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James O Cunningham
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Biography
James O. Cunningham is Of Counsel with the law firm of Wooten, Kimbrough, Damaso & Dennis, P.A., established in 1966. Since 1977, he has dedicated his professional life to helping accident victims and their families receive justice and fair compensation.
Since 1977, I have been helping Florida accident victims receive justice and fair compensation
Since 1977, I have been helping auto accident victims receive justice and fair compensation
Since 1977, I have been helping personal injury and accident victims receive justice and fair compensation.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Car Accident
40%
50 years | 10,000 cases
Personal Injury
40%
50 years | 8,000 cases
Trucking Accident
10%
Wrongful Death
10%
50 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-33%
Licenses
Licensed in Wisconsin for 40 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 48 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1977
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 40 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
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Communication Style (30)
Staff & Support (25)
Professionalism (24)
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Practice Area Knowledge (21)
Character & Conduct (20)
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Cost of Services (7)
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Posted by Jim | July 29, 2013 | Workers Compensation
Mr. Cunningham helped me through a very difficult time
I was injured in a workplace accident that reinjured my lower back after a previous surgery 20 years earlier and left me unable to perform the duties of my lifelong occupation. I had never been in a situation like this before. When I realized I needed a lawyer I began checking AVVO ratings. I saw Mr....
Posted by Kim | April 09, 2013 | Car Accidents
Professional and Compassionate
Mr. Cunningham took on a difficult case. I was in a car accident, run off the road by a phantom vehicle which sped out of site before I crashed. Unaware of internal injuries, I came away thinking I was basically all right; but when I realized I was not, I began seeking treatment. The insurance compan...
Posted by Janet | December 04, 2012 | Slip and Fall Accident
What a wonderful lawyer !
I was lucky enough to find Mr. Cunningham online. Two years ago i was injured in a fall @ Universal Studios. I was on vacation at the time, and when I returned to Illinois I found out I needed to hire a lawyer in Fla. Mr. Cunningham was great ! He kept me informed, he called me back asap whenever ...
Posted by Gordon | February 15, 2012 | Personal Injury
Motorcycle accident
A car turned in front of me causing me to spend 2 days in the hospital with surgery. They had only minimum coverage. My insurance even claimed I had no uninsured motorist coverage. I was sure I was in for a long battle. I had never stayed in the hospital, hired an attorney or met James before. Did ...
Posted by Ed | August 26, 2011 | Wrongful Death
Wrongful Death Representation
When my father was accidentally killed in August 2010 my family was devastated. The circumstances of the accident were almost as painful as the accident itself. A friend recommended that we contact Jim Cunningham for advice. For the next year, Jim represented us not only in a highly professional w...
James O Cunningham's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jim Cunningham is an excellent lawyer who provides caring and competent representation to all of his clients."
"Jim Cunningham has unmatched experience handling car accident cases. He is dedicated, well prepared and knowledgeable. Jim Cunningham is my "go to" lawyer for car accident cases in the Orlando and surrounding area."
"Mr. Cunningham is a highly skilled and ethical attorney. He is pragmatic and a straight shooter. His legal experience and knowledge is second to none and I would have no hesitation referring him a case."
"I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. I know James from the Christian Legal Society and he is a man of integrity."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Cunningham is an outstanding attorney who truly cares about his clients and carefully helps them when they are facing difficult personal times. He has an excellent reputation in the community and is a great advocate for his clients."
James Holliday
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
AV Preeminent Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Florida Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
AV Preeminent Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Florida Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
AV Preeminent Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Florida Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Florida Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer
2020
Florida Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Florida Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Florida Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Florida Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Florida Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Leading Plaintiff Lawyers in America, Law Dragon 3000
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Leading Plaintiff Lawyers in America, Law Dragon 3000
2015
American College of Board Certified Attorneys, Charter Fellow
2015
Florida Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, Florida Bar
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Florida Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2013
Florida Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2013
2013 Top Rated Lawyer in ‘Personal Injury Law’, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Florida Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Leading Plaintiff Lawyers in America, Law Dragon 3000
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Board Certified, Civil Pretrial Practice Advocacy, National Board of Trial Advocacy
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Florida's Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Life Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
1987
AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
1987
Bar register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell
1985
Board Certified Civil Trial Advocacy, National Board of Trial Advocacy
1984
Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, Florida Bar
Work Experience
2023 - Present
Of Counsel, Wooten, Kimbrough, Damaso & Dennis, P.A.
2005 - Present
Managing Partner, Law Offices of James O. Cunningham P.A.
2010 - 2013
Adjunct Professor of Law, Barry University School of Law
1999 - 2005
Partner, Billings, Cunningham, Morgan & Boatwright P.A.
1994 - 1999
Partner, Billings, Cunningham & Morgan P.A.
1992 - 1994
Managing Partner, Cunningham & Morgan P.A.
1990 - 1992
Managing Partner, Billings & Cunningham P.A.
1987 - 1989
Managing Partner, Billings, Cunningham & Mitchell P.A.
1985 - 1987
Partner, Billings & Cunningham P.A.
1981 - 1985
Partner, Billings, Morgan & Cunningham P.A.
1980 - 1981
Associate, Billings, Durie & Morgan P.A.
1979 - 1980
Associate, Billings & Durie P.A.
1977 - 1979
Associate, Fisher & Matthews P.A.
Associations
1989 - Present
American Board of Trial Advocates (Central Florida chapter)Charter Member
American Association for Justice
Florida Justice Association
1999 - 2005
American Board of Trial AdvocatesNational Board of Directors
1996 - 1996
American Board of Trial Advocates (Central Florida chapter)Chapter President
1987 - 1996
FSU College of Law Alumni AssociationBoard of Directors
1985 - 1987
Florida Medical Malpractice Joint Underwriting AssociationBoard of Governors
Sample of Legal Cases
Estate of Edward Doe v. Orange County Sheriff's Office
Case settled for maximum statutory amount plus limits of underinsured motorist coverage
Education
2003
Reformed Theological Seminary,
M.A.B.S
1977
Florida State University College of Law
Juris Doctor
1975
Rollins College
M.S.M
1973
Florida State University
B.S.
Speaking Engagements
2025
Fresh Start Ministries
Who Are You? Is your identity achieved or received?
Publications
2011
Orlando Personal Injury Law
Maximizing a Client's Recovery Using Trial Exhibits & Medical Illustrations
2010
Orlando Carrier
What is Uninsured Motorist Coverage
2010
Orlando PI Blog
Florida Personal Injury Law: Government Immunity
2010
Orlando PI Blog
Florida Personal Injury Law: Wrongful Death Lawsuits
2010
Orlando PI Blog
Florida Personal Injury Law: Joint And Several Liability
2010
Orlando PI Blog
Florida Personal Injury Law: Vicarious Liability
2010
Orlando PI Blog
Florida Personal Injury Law: Affirmative Defenses
2010
Orlando PI Blog
Florida Personal Injury Law: Burden Of Proof
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Guides