James Forest Ludlow

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James Forest Ludlow

4.9
22 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 38 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Indianapolis, IN
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Trucking Accident ... +10 more

Main Office, 9520 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN

Virtual Consultation Available

About James

Biography

Indianapolis based Indiana Accident and Personal Injury Attorney. Contact Ludlow Law. I can help!

A Great Financial Recovery Is No Accident: Getting You the Compensation You Deserve.

Practice Areas

13

Practice Areas

Car Accident 40%

39 years

40%
Personal Injury 40%

39 years

40%
Trucking Accident 10%

39 years

10%
Animal and Dog Bites 1%

1%
Birth Injury 1%

1%
Brain Injury 1%

1%
Defective and Dangerous Products 1%

1%
Medical Malpractice 1%

1%
Motorcycle Accident 1%

1%
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect 1%

1%
Slip and Fall Accident 1%

1%
Spinal Cord Injury 1%

1%
Wrongful Death 1%

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-33%

Awards

Silver Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 38 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 1987

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois

State: Illinois

Active Out of State Lawyer - Permitted to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

James Ludlow, Attorney at Law, PC

Main Office, 9520 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46229

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James Ludlow, Attorney at Law, PC

Southside Location by Appointment Only, 435 E. Main Street, Suite 125, Greenwood, IN, 46143

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James Ludlow, Attorney at Law, PC

Northside Location by Appointment Only, I-69 & 96th Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46229

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James Forest Ludlow's Reviews

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Posted by Mark | October 17, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

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James Ludlow impressed me from the very start of our relationship through the final resolution of my lawsuit. Although he didn't know me he returned my first call within an hour and remained highly responsive during my case. His advice was absolutely the best and he even recommended the best neuros...urgeon in the area. I have recommended him on several occasions and will continue to do so in the future.

Posted by Jody | September 20, 2012 | Personal Injury

"Best of the Best"

A few years ago I was involved in an automobile accident that left me with a spinal injury and two surgeries. JAMES was the absolute best choice I could have made for an attorney! His attention to detail, his follow thru, and his follow up were all more than I could have hoped for. He met with my ...doctor to get a first hand feel for the exact extent of my injuries, and he kept me well informed throughout the entire legal process. In the end, he was able to secure an out of court settlement that was both fair and just. My husband and I not only know JAMES as our attorney, he has become our friend. Don't hire anyone else!

Posted by Tracey | April 29, 2012 | Personal Injury

Life changing experience!

After my accident I immediately began receiving mail from every attorney in and out of town. We had so many decisions and arrangements to make because we knew I would be off work for a long time. My husband and I decided to weed through the letters and pick out the ones that did not send a bunch of p...romises and propaganda. After about 6 calls I contacted Jay Ludlow. Almost immediately I knew we would chose him. He didn't seem desperate for our business, he gave us an opportunity to ask questions, he made no assumptions as to what we were seeking. Our first meeting, was at our home. Jay was polite and not pushy. He made us feel very comfortable. He made sure we understood the urgency of some things, and other things that could be handled over time. One of the things that really stood out for me was the fact that he never tried to force me to see doctors that I didn't need or want to see. Jay was thorough and detailed and kept us informed every step of the way. Jay truly "worked" for us! There was never a moment that I doubted choosing him to represent us. It was obvious and clear that my case was not just about money but about making sure I received the best treatment in order to get back to my way of life prior to the accident. I didn't have to worry about medical bills or people calling and harassing me. Jay in my opinion went above and beyond what we ever expected. Although I know we were not his only case at the time, it never showed. I felt as though he dedicated all of his time on my case. There was "never" a time that we did not know what was going on or what was coming up. Jay was able to provide us with more information about my injuries than we received from the physicians, which was phenomenal. Jay is compassionate yet very aggressive when it comes to getting things done. He let us know his goals and expectations and encouraged us to set our own. My accident changed my life. Having Jay Ludlow as an attorney made the changes so much easier to deal with. His representation and knowledge relieved us of so much stress. I am truly grateful. I have since referred several people to Jay and will continue to do so.

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James Forest Ludlow's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jason Shartzer

Car accident lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with Jay on a number of cases and am always impressed by his knowledge and experience. In the vast sea of attorneys, I can say first hand that Jay Ludlow is the real deal."

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Marc Sedwick

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have worked with Jay on numerous cases and have always been impressed with his attention to detail and advocacy on behalf of his clients."

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Randal Klezmer

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jay is a great attorney, compassionate, smart and hardworking. I highly recommend Jay."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | May 25

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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Matthew Golitko

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lee Christie

Unknown lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Jay Ludlow. He is an excellent attorney who represents his injury clients in an effective and caring manner."

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Sally Shadwick

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Lee Christie

Personal injury lawyer

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Roger Pardieck

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Matthew Golitko

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Douglas Fivecoat

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Best Lawyer 2020, Best Lawyers in America

2019

Best Lawyer 2019, Best Lawyers in America

2018

Best Lawyer 2018, Best Lawyers in America

2017

Best Lawyer 2017, Best Lawyers in America

2016

Best Lawyer 2016, Best Lawyers in America

2015

Best Lawyer 2015, Best Lawyers in America

2014

Best Lawyer 2014, Best Lawyers in America

2013

Best Lawyer 2013, Best Lawyers in America

2012

Best Lawyer 2012, Best Lawyers in America

2011

Best Lawyer 2011, Best Lawyers in America

Work Experience

1987 - Present

Attorney, James F. Ludlow, Attorney at Law

Associations

2007 - Present

Indiana Trial Lawyers Association

Board of Directors

Indiana State Bar Association

Indianapolis Bar Association

American Association for Justice

2010 - 2011

Rotary Club

Vice President

Sample of Legal Cases

Truck Accident Case

Case settled for payment of $1,750,000.00

Delivery Van Accident Case

Case settled prior to trial for $1,625,000.

Trucking Accident Case

Case settled prior to trial for $1,250,000.

Trucking Accident Case

Case settled prior to trial for $1,625,000.

Auto Accident Case

Case settled for payment of $687,500.

Burn Accident Case

Case settled for payment of $250,000.

Truck Accident Verdict

Verdict obtained for $262,500.

Bicycle/Auto Accident Case

Case settled prior to trial for $325,000.

Auto Accident Verdict

Jury verdict for $320,000.

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Education

1987

Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

Indiana State University

M.B.A.

1982

Indiana State University

B.S.

Speaking Engagements

2008

ITLA Lifetime Achievement Seminar Honoring David V. Scott

Indiana’s Tort Prejudgment Interest Statute: How to Make It Work For Your Client

Publications

2009

The Verdict (Indiana Trial Lawyers Association) Ethics and Admissibility of Recorded Telephone Conversations

2008

The Verdict (Indiana Trial Lawyers Association) Obtaining A Tortfeasor's Drug & Alcohol Treatment Records

2007

1995

The Indiana Lawyer Admissibility of the Existence of Liability Insurance Via the Defendant's Expert Witness

Languages

English

Activity

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