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James Wayne Holliday II

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  • Lutz, FL
  • Licensed for 25 years
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About James

Jim Holliday has recovered millions of dollars for his clients in restitution for their injuries.

Jim was awarded an ROTC scholarship to attend Stetson University where he graduated with Honors in 1990.  After serving on active duty in the US Army during the Gulf War, Jim attended Stetson University College of Law where he graduated with honors.  He has spent the last 19 years representing people who have suffered life altering physical injuries and helping family members who have lost loved ones who have suffered wrongful deaths.  Jim will leave no stone unturned in his investigation and prosecution of his clients' cases.  Holliday Karatinos Law Firm PLLC has the financial wherewithal to take  high stakes cases to trial.

Practice areas

OtherWrongful deathSlip and fall accidentCar accidentBrain injury
  1. Brain injury: 20%

    25 years

  2. Car accident: 20%

    25 years

  3. Slip and fall accident: 20%

    25 years

  4. Wrongful death: 20%

    25 years

  1. Personal injury: 20%

    25 years

Languages spoken

English

Contact

18920 N Dale Mabry Hwy Ste 101
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18920 N Dale Mabry Hwy Ste 101
Lutz, FL, 33548-4929

Office (813) 868-1887

Website

http://www.helpinginjuredpeople.com

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
FLMember in Good Standing199504/19/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Litigation Award - Top 1% Trial LawyersTrial Lawyer Board of Regents2015
Best Attorneys of AmericaRue Ratings2015
Premier 100 Trial AttorneyAmerican Academy of Trial Attorneys2015
Multi-Million Dollar AdvocateMulti-Million Dollar Advocates Forum2014
Million Dollar AdvocateMillion Dollar Advocates Forum2013
Best Moot Court BriefStetsonN/A
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PresidentHolliday Karatinos Law Firm PLLC1995 - Present
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
American Association for JusticeN/AN/A
Florida Justice AssociationN/AN/A
National Trial Lawyers AssociationN/AN/A
National Brain Injury Trial Lawyers AssociationN/AN/A
Motor Vehicle Trial Lawyers AssociationN/AN/A
Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers AssociationN/AN/A
Hillsborough County Bar AssociationN/AN/A
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
American Journal of Trial AdvocacyEvaluating the Admissibility In Federal Civil Cases of Past Drug or Alcohol Use2011
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Stetson University College of LawJD - Juris Doctor1994
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
PESIFlorida Insurance Agent LiabilityN/A
National Business InstituteHow To Successfully Make and Manage Objections At Trial In FloridaN/A
National Business InstituteHandling the Automobile Injury Claim on FloridaN/A
National Business InstitutePlaintiff's Personal Injury: Practice Tips and ApplicationN/A
National Business InstitutePlaintiff's Personal Injury From Start to FinishN/A
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles v. Spurway, 826 So. 2d 295 (Fla. 2nd DCA 2002)Plaintiff client won at trial and the appellate court affirmed on appeal. The plaintiff client was compensated in excess of cap through claims bill process.
Munoz v. St. Josephs Hospital, Inc. 2009 Jury Verdicts Lexis 256525Settled
Goble v. Frohman, 901 So. 2d 830 (Fla. 2005)Plaintiff won trial and this case changed Florida law
Rowell v. Holt, 850 So.2d 474 (Fla. 2003)won case and changed Florida law
Galloway v. Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care et al 2009 Jury Verdicts Lexis 245104settled
Jane Doe v. School Board of Pinellas County 1999 Jury Verdicts Lexis 49070Settled

Reviews

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Excellent Attorney

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Mr Holliday and his team handled and settled my case wonderfully. I was treated with great respect and kindness. He is a very knowledgeable attorney and I would highly recommend him.

Trustworthy and Knowledgeable

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James Holiday did an outstanding job of communicating with me throughout the entire process. I really appreciate the fact that he did note settle to soon and was willing to fight for every thing that i was due. I would definitely recommend him without hesitation.

Extremely effective and caring

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My experience with Attorney James Holliday was a VERY Positive one. Jim & the rest of the staff are courteous and professional. If you're in an accident and you want everything to go smoothly, you'll choose this team to work on your side. Their hard work and dedication on my behalf is simply priceless! I am highly satisfied with the results that I have been given.
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The best Personal Injury attorney available

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One of the best decisions I have ever made was to choose James Holliday as my attorney in a recent auto accident. Mr. Holliday guided me through the entire process of obtaining compensation from the at-fault-driver and made sure I was fully compensated. Mr. Holliday's knowledge of the laws and procedures was excellent and he treated me kindly and with respect.
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Outstanding

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We have worked with James on two separate occasions. The second time was more complicated since our accident was very serious but the results were great. I recommend James without any reservation.
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Determined to Win

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I’ve heard that the outcome of your case is most times based on how the opposing side views your attorney and their reputation. This has been nothing but the truth with James. It was amazing how quickly the opposing side changed their tune when James took my case to trial.
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Aggressive in all the right ways

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This was the first time I was injured and needing representation. James was very consoling and sympathetic to me about my situation. He was not so compassionate and caring to the other side. It felt amazing to know James was really fighting for me and looking out for my best interest.
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All around caring person and even better attorney

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James was very patient with us and devoted so much time working our case. Truly one of the best I have had the pleasure experiencing.
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Best in the region

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James and his staff were very professional and on top of my case the entire time. I have heard others talk about their unfortunate situations with other firms they went with. What James has done for me was something I am confident no other firm could have done.
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Open and Honest

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James was very honest and open with me about my case. We were always in constant contact and it made me feel like I was the only client and not just a number. If I ever need a personal injury attorney again for something big or small, James is my go-to!
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Robert Green, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 27, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Jim is a true litigator. I endorse this lawyer.

Oscar Lopez, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 23, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Jim helped increase the value of several litigation cases I referred to him due to his meticulous trial preparation. The clients were not only pleased with the results but were greatly satisfied with the level of communication Jim and his office provided throughout their personal injury cases. I will certainly be referring additional cases to Jim in the future and encourage other attorneys to consider Jim if they are looking for a great attorney to help out with any type of personal injury case from simple to complex.

Nicholas Karatinos, Contracts and agreements Attorney on Jul 23, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Jim Holliday is an energetic, efficient attorney who ably represents his clients. He carefully prepares his cases for trial and as a result is very credible when he seeks to resolve cases in mediation. Most of his cases are referrals from other attorneys who entrust their clients to him because he treats them well and returns them when the case is completed. He has my highest recommendation.

James Cunningham, Personal injury Attorney on May 12, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. He is a dedicated professional that gets results for his clients!

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