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James T. Fitzsimmons
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Biography
We established Fitzsimmons and Vervaecke Law Firm, in Mason City, Iowa out of a common work ethic and dedication to represent David against Goliath. We help ordinary hard working people hold accountable the insurance companies, corporate wrongdoers, and individuals that choose to break safety rules. They needlessly put us all at risk of mayhem including death or serious injury of a family member or even denying the right to necessary medical treatment to injured workers.
Jim Fitzsimmons & Mindi Vervaecke are lawyers committed to enforcing the safety rules that deter or prevent bad conduct, protecting us all and making our community safer.
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Licensed in Iowa for 33 years
State: Iowa
Acquired: 1992
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Location
Fitzsimmons & Vervaecke, P.L.C.
5 N Federal Ave Ste 200, Po Box 1661, Mason City, IA, 50401-3257
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James T. Fitzsimmons's Lawyer Endorsements
"Highly ethical, effective, and knowledgeable attorney. I can whole-hardheartedly endorse James."
"Jim is an innovative attorney and powerful advocate. I certainly endorse him for personal injury."
"Jim is one of the most effective, well-thought-of lawyers you could possibly have go to bat for you."
Becky Wilson
Personal injury lawyer
Anthony Olson
Personal injury lawyer
Peter Leehey
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2015
2015 Top 100 Litigation Lawyer, American Society of Legal Advocates
Work Experience
1999 - Present
Partner, Fitzsimmons & Vervaecke Law Firm PLC
Associations
1992 - Present
Iowa Association of JusticeMember
2000 - 2004
Iowa Association of JusticeChairperson- Continuing Education
1997 - 2009
Iowa Association of JusticeContinuing Education Commttee
1996 - 2007
Iowa Association of JusticeBoard of Governors
Education
1992
Creighton University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
Creighton University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Iowa Assoc. of Justice 23rd Annual Workers' Compensation Seminar
Intoxication at Work: The Law
2012
Iowa Assoc. of Justice Annual Fall Workers' Compensation Seminar
Rate: Getting the Insurance Co and the Injured Worker to What is Fair Under the Law (Updated2)
2012
Iowa Assoc. of Justice 20th Annual Workers' Compensation Seminar
Rate: Getting the Insurance Co and the Injured Worker to What is Fair Under the Law (Updated)
2011
Iowa Workers' Compensation Symposium Des Moines
Rate: Getting the Insurance Co and the Injured Worker to What's Fair Under the Law
2010
Cerro Gordo County Bar Meeting
What’s Bold and Fresh in Workers’ Compensation Law and Things That Wake Me Up at Night in a Cold Sweat!
2008
Iowa Workforce Development Seminar
Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Helping the Injured Worker Back to Productive Work
2008
Iowa Trial Lawyers Association 17th Annual Workers' Compensation Seminar
State Vocational Rehabilitation: Cost-Effective Expert Testimony
2007
ITLA Annual Auto/Personal Injury Seminar
Driver's Ed: Preparing the Treating Doctor For Trial
2007
ITLA 16th Annual Workers' Compensation Seminar
Rate: The First Step to Increasing the Value of Your Case
2005
ITLA 99 Ways to Tune Up Your Auto Personal Injury Practice
9 Pieces of Evidence You Need to Attempt a Fair Settlement With the Insurance Company
2005
ITLA 6th Annual Paralegal Seminar
Dealing With Attorneys & Experts
2004
ITLA 99 Ways to Tune Up Your Auto Personal Injury Practice
9 Pieces of Evidence You Need to Attempt a Fair Settlement With the Insurance Company
2004
ITLA 13th Annual Workers' Compensation Seminar
Managing the Mentally Unstable Client: A Discussion in Ethics and Humanity
2002
ISBA Workers Compensation Seminar
Tips to Settling Workers' Compensation Claims Fairly
2002
Iowa Workers' Compensation Symposium
Medical vs. Legal Causation: A Perspective from the Claimant and Defense
2002
31st Annual Governor's Safety Conference
Ethics: Is Technology Our Friend or Foe?
2001
IAWC 23rd Annual Workers' Compensation Seminar
Ethics: Is Technology Our Friend or Foe?
1999
IAWC 21st Annual Workers' Compensation Seminar
Ethics: When Does Networking Become Solicitation
1998
ITLA Motor Vehicle Litigation Seminar
Investigation and the Initial Client Interview
1997
ITLA 6th Annual Workers' Compensation Seminar
85.39 Exams: Tactical Considerations to Getting a Fair Medical Evaluation