James O. Elliott

James O. Elliott

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 39 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Bloomfield Hills, MI
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Animal & Dog Bites, Car Accidents ... +2 more

43494 Woodward Ave Ste 205, Bloomfield Hills, MI

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Animal and Dog Bites 20%

I have handled dog bite cases with injuries ranging from puncture wounds to amputations and other serious disfigurement. If you or a family member was injured by a dog or other animal attack, I will get you the justice you deserve.

20%
Car Accident 20%

If you have been involved in a motor vehicle accident through no fault of your own, you may not know exactly what to do next. Call me today and I will be able to guide you to make sure you get the compensation you deserve in Michigan.

20%
Personal Injury 20%

I accept cases in all areas of personal injury including: Car, Truck, Motorcycle, Snowmobile, & Watercraft Accidents Dog Bites Slip and Fall Accidents Construction-Related Accidents Sports-Related and Spectator Injuries Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Defective Products Police Misconduct, Excessive Force and Wrongful Incarceration Assault / Sexual Assault Libel, Slander and Defamation Wrongful Death

20%
Slip and Fall Accident 20%

I am able to handle your slip and fall accidents. If you fell through no fault of your own and were injured, call me immediately for a consultation.

20%
Wrongful Death 20%

It is tragic to lose a loved one any time, let alone in a sudden accident. If you have experienced this, call me to find out whether your loved one passed as a result of someone's else's wrongdoing and you are entitled to compensation.

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 90 minutes

Contingency

33%-33%


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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 39 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1986

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of James O. Elliott

43494 Woodward Ave Ste 205, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48302-5054

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James O. Elliott's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

5 star (9)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Michelle | January 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very professional

I got bit by a dog and he made sure I was very comfortable and everything went very smooth, I would definitely recommend him he is #1 on my list.

Posted by Becky Y | February 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Efficient and Flexible

Jim was great! He helped me with my dog bite case. I’m a mail carrier and I have a crazy schedule with long hours. He still made sure we could get together to discuss what was going on. He worked around my schedule which was super helpful so I didn’t have to take any time off of work! He went above a...nd beyond to get me what he felt I deserved!

Posted by anonymous | March 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent lawyer

Mr. Elliott is a compassionate, aggressive fighter who never gives up.

Posted by Glen | March 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Outstanding and Successful

Jim is a very hard working attorney and did an outstanding job on my case - He complete explained what the process was and there were no surprises. I would strongly recommend him.

Posted by Tim | March 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Successful

Jim Elliott is a highly experienced and professional attorney. He advocates for his clients and is very successful in his efforts. His personal integrity, honesty, loyalty and proven track record all speak to Jim the person and attorney. Jim never settles for less than what his clients need and deser...ve. I highly recommend Jim as an attorney and can assure that he leaves no stone unturned to arrive at a successful decision for his clients.

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James O. Elliott's Lawyer Endorsements

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Victor Valentino

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is very persuasive and a good advocate for his clients."

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Shannon Smith

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have referred a couple of clients to Jim and they have all gotten great results and been very happy. Jim is very aggressive and very effective. I highly endorse Jim!"

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Meghan Mcglynn

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is extremely thorough and fights hard for his clients. He is one of the most capable attorneys in the personal injury field I have come across in my 28 years of practicing law."

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Liisa Speaker

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jim Elliott is an excellent plaintiff’s attorney, fighting for the rights of people who have been victimized by their own attorneys (such as in legal malpractice cases) or by the negligence of others (such as in wrongful death cases). He cares about his clients and works hard to vindicate them in the courts."

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Timothy Egerer

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Jim is one of the most capable attorneys I have ever dealt with both as an opponent and as a Mediator on several of his cases. He is highly skilled and experienced in all the areas of Plaintiff's personal injury law. He is fearless in both his trial preparation and the trial itself. What sets Jim apart, however, is his unwavering commitment to his client's interests above all else. He is without a doubt a credit to our profession and I endorse him without reservation."

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Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Life Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2016

Life Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2015

Life Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Life Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Life Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Life Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2011

Life Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2010

Life Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2010

2010 Million-Dollar Verdicts & Settlements, Largest Settlements, Michigan Lawyers Weekly

2005

Largest Verdicts "1.4 Million Awarded for Defamation", Michigan Lawyers Weekly

Work Experience

1986 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of James O. Elliott

Associations

2010 - Present

Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Lifetime Member

2008 - Present

United States District Court-Eastern District of Michigan

1988 - Present

Michigan Association for Justice

Member

1986 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Member

1986 - Present

Oakland County Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2014

Super Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

$1.5M Settlement - Injury from Store Display

$1.5 Million Settlement

Girl Wins $1M from Detroit Tigers

$1 Million Judgment

Largest Defamation Judgment in Michigan

$1.4 Million Judgment

Shop Class Injury

$1 Million Settlement

Burned by Fallen Coffee Pot

$100,000+

Mother Killed by Drunk Driver

$1.586 Million

Car Struck in Intersection by Ambulance

$312,500 at Facilitation

Partial Finger Amputation from Dog Bite

$292,500.00

Construction Zone Sign Impales Driver

$750,000

Dentist Assaults Multiple Patients

Various Settlements

Group Home Resident Raped, Home Never Intended to Tell Family

$688K and Woman's Family Received Custody of Baby

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Education

1985

University of Detroit Mercy School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1975

Oakland University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Activity

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