James Harold Wren II

James Harold Wren II

4.8
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 43 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Williamsburg, KY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Lawsuits & Disputes ... +3 more

203 N 4th St, Po Box 6, Williamsburg, KY

About James

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 35%

26 years | 1,000 cases

35%
Family 30%

11 years | 500 cases

30%
Lawsuits and Disputes 20%

42 years | 500 cases

20%
Personal Injury 5%

42 years | 250 cases

5%
Probate 5%

42 years | 250 cases

5%
Residential Real Estate 5%

42 years | 250 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 150-200 per hour

Contingency

33%-45%

Pro bono

5 %

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Kentucky for 43 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 1982

Active

No misconduct found

Location

James H. Wren, II, PLLC

203 N 4th St, Po Box 6, Williamsburg, KY, 40769-1116

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James Harold Wren II's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

5 star (17)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by anonymous | November 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

excellent attorney

Highly recommend Mr. James Wren did an excellent job for me and my husband . It was a property issue. Very punctual, professional and kept us informed on the status of the proceedings. He answered all questions and phone calls on a timely manner. He went above and beyond . He will be my attorn...ey if i ever need one. Would recommend him to anyone that is needing an attorney.

Posted by anonymous | November 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly recommend!

My husband and I were very grateful that we connected with James Wren because we were already working with another Attorney that really didn't seem helpful at all and James Wren immediately took action. James Wren did a thorough job, answered all our questions to the best of his abilities whether in ...person or in a timely manner via phone calls. His long standing professionalism, knowledge and experience made us feel confident that he was the right candidate for our case. We highly recommend James Wren for your legal matters.

Posted by anonymous | November 6, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Why I don't recommend James Harold Wren II

I do not recommend James Harold Wren II as a lawyer based on my personal experience. Communication was inconsistent, which made it hard to rely on the information I received. When I raised concerns, his responses often felt curt and unsympathetic, leaving me unsure whether my issues were being taken ...seriously. Beyond communication style, I encountered behavior that made me uncomfortable and undermined my confidence in his professionalism. Because of these problems, I would encourage anyone seeking legal help to consider other attorneys who offer clearer communication, more respectful interactions, and dependable support throughout the process.

James Wren

Replied last November 7, 2025

It is difficult to respond to an anonymous review based only upon consultation. I apologize for not being clear in my communications. Occasionally I receive telephone calls (especially between 8 and 9 am, shortly before appearing court), and I must be quick, succinct, and occasionally brusque. Some judges confiscate cellular telephones from attorneys if on the phone while court has come to order. I mean no disrespect to the client. Some clients do not seem to understand that I cannot always spend time showing how sympathetic to their problems. This critique is unusual, as most of my clients are truly satisfied with my representation. Although I have no idea who this person is, my experience has been that those few who are disappointed with me usually results from "transference" of anger (against the opposing party or anger against the judge/jury who ruled against him/her) from them onto me. I suspect that may be the case here. This one negative review validates the numerous positive reviews. I am always suspect if every review is always, invariably 5 stars.

Posted by Bob | June 12, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

My go to attorney for over 30 years!

James has been my attorney for over 30 years. He has successfully handled my real estate, personal and business interests in the most professional manner and cost effective manner over the years. I don't know where my wife and I would be without him.

Posted by anonymous | May 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Ken

Jim Wren has served as my attorney for 30 years plus and I have always found him to be the right type of person to me. I have also spent many years attending church with him and his family. He has served my needs as an attorney very well and has always been available when I needed his services.

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

2024

Life Fellow, Kentucky Bar Foundation

N/A

Joint Services Commendation Medal, United States Navy

N/A

Navy Commendation Medal (2x), United States Navy

N/A

Joint Services Achievement Medal (2x), United States Navy

N/A

Navy Achievement Medal, United States Navy

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Managing Member, James H. Wren, II, PLLC

2004 - 2014

Assistant Public Defender, Kentucky Department Of Public Advocacy

2002 - 2004

Intelligence Officer -- Commander -- Manama, Bahrain (OIF), United States Navy (Active Duty)

2001 - 2002

Intelligence Officer -- Lieu. Commander -- Naples, Italy (OEF), United States Navy

1984 - 2001

Attorney in Charge, James H. Wren, II

1983 - 1984

Partner, Ditto & Wren

1982 - 1983

Associate, Ditto & Wren

1981 - 1982

Clerk, Eastern District of KY -- Judge Eugene E. Siler, Jr.

1980 - 1981

Clerk, Dist. of Columbia Superior Court -- Judge G.H. Revercomb

Education

1980

University of Virginia School of Law

J.D.

1977

University of Richmond

B.A.

N/A

Reformed Theological Seminary

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