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James A. Pitts

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James A. Pitts

4.9
28 reviews
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Licensed for 48 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Racine, WI
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Medical Malpractice

6800 Washington Ave, PO Box 085600, Racine, WI

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About James

Biography

I am a Wisconsin board certified trial lawyer, dedicated to representation of injured people.

Injuries or death caused by violations of the standard of care by health care providers.

All types of cases involving personal injuries and disabilities, including wrongful death.

Permanent partial or permanent total disability or death cases v. employers and insurance companies.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 60%

Plaintiffs' personal injury, worker's compensation, social security disability and long term disability cases. Business litigation, construction accident litigation.

49 years

60%
Workers Compensation 25%

49 years

25%
Medical Malpractice 15%

49 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

20%-33%

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2015
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Avvo Client's Choice Awards

Client's Choice

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Client's Choice
Client's Choice 2015

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 47 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1978

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Wisconsin for 48 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1977

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Schoone, Leuck, Kelley, Pitts & Pitts, S.C.

6800 Washington Ave, PO Box 085600, Racine, WI, 53408-5600

www.pittslaw.com
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Lawsuits & Disputes (9) Workers Compensation (9) Insurance (6) Personal Injury (5) Animal & Dog Bites (1) Debt & Lending Agreements (1) Employment & Labor (1) Foreclosure (1) Health Care (1) Social Security Disability (1)
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Case Results (19) Advocacy (18) Recommendation (13) Professionalism (10) Communication Style (9) General Knowledge (8) Responsiveness (8) Character & Conduct (7) Compassion (6) Cost of Services (5) Practice Area Knowledge (3) Staff & Support (3) Trustworthiness (3) Punctuality (1)

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Posted by anonymous | March 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

exceptional workers compensation lawyer

I suffered a work related injury which required surgery. My claim was denied by my employers insurance company. Frustrated & confused about the process to contest their ungrounded decision, I decided to research my options. I chose Mr. James Pitts because of his phenomenal reputation, great deal o...f integrity and that many people respect him. I am so grateful for all that you have done for me. Thank you so much for your dedication, advice and hard work! I appreciate all your insight & guidance but most importantly your great judgment and follow through. His paralegal, Amy, is not only extremely thorough and detail oriented but has excellent communication skills. Thank you for listening, researching and the many emails we exchanged. It was greatly appreciated. I was able to receive the medical treatment I needed and could dedicate my focus on healing my injury. I absolutely recommend him to guide you through this complex process!

Posted by Laurie | August 28, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Expert in dealing with large Corporation’s

Jim was referred to us by another lawyer who respected his work and his aggressiveness. I knew immediately after our first meeting, we had chosen the right person to represent us. Our son had an accident at work in which he never recovered. We asked Jim to get us answers and a fair settlement. ...Jim was patient with our questions, thoughtful and compassionate. He was aggressive in negotiations with opposing counsel. He helped us through a very difficult time and got us the answers we needed for closer.

Posted by Louisa | February 23, 2014 | Insurance

Good attorneys are hard to find, but I found one!

Mr. Pitts was very tenacious in every aspect with my claim. The insurance company tried to "pull a fast one", but Mr. Pitts caught it right a way. He kept me informed every step of the way until completion of my claim. I would highly recommend Mr. Pitts to anyone in need of an attorney. He has a ve...ry friendly demeanor , and a wonderful sense of humor.

Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Keep searching. Not worth the stress.

I had a workman’s comp case with a major company and after doing a bit of research, I decided to go with him… after the initial meeting, it was really hard to get ahold of him. I would be the one to reach out and have to get updates after sending him requested information. There would never be any re...plies. Finally, when he did reply, it was extremely short. I had ENOUGH when I got a response asking for an update & he referenced another persons case followed by saying “there’s not more we can do since you were the one at fault.” ??? The case he was messaging me about involved a head on car accident when mine was a workman’s comp case??? I thought getting a lawyer was supposed to relieve stress, not cause more. I was doing all of the work myself and did not feel heard at all. Ended up having the case dropped and losing a lot of money.

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James A. Pitts's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alan Olson

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"James is a fine lawyer and wonderful person. He is known for his help to people in difficult legal situations with his compassion, hard work and wisdom. I would recommend him to friends and family."

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John O'Brien

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Israel Ramon

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Mueller

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Jan Schroeder

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William Sachse

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Charles Soule

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Israel Ramon

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Alan Olson

Employee benefits lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

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2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Member, Best Lawyers of America

2013

Advocate, American Board of Trial Advocates

2013

Recognized, Wisconsin's Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

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2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1992 - Present

Partner, Schoone, Leuck, Kelley, Pitts & Pitts, S.C.

1977 - 1992

Partner, Capwell, Berthelsen, Nolden, Casanova, Pitts & Kallenbach, S.C.

Associations

2000 - Present

Wisconsin Association of Worker's Compensation Attorneys

Member

1984 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

1984 - Present

Wisconsin Association for Justice

Member

1978 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

1977 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1977 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Koenings v. Jos. Schlitz Brewing Co., 126 Wis.2d 349, 377 N.W.2d 593 (1985)

Verdict for plaintiff upheld by Wisconsin Supreme Court

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Education

1977

John Marshall Law School, Chicago

JD - Juris Doctor

1973

University of Wisconsin, Whitewater

BBA

Speaking Engagements

2014

Workers Compensation Division

Epidemiological Evidence in Occupational Injury Cases

2013

Pain Management for the Non Pain Specialist

Demystifying Workers Compensation Law

2010

34th Annual Worker's Compensation Update

Mental Stress Claims

2004

Second Annual Workers Compensation Seminar

Computing the Value of Permanent Total Disability Claims

Publications

1976

10 John Marshall J. Prac. Proc. 313 Procedural Due Process and The Convicted Prisoner

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

24

Legal Answers

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Q&A

Can a Dr give me a PPD rating without even seeing me? I never saw Dr that was going to do my PPD rating.

09 Jun 2019
Q&A

What should I expect for a PPD percentage based upon my injury suffered at work?

10 Feb 2015
Q&A

I had major surgery 6 months ago (lobectomy) and as a complication of that surgery, I have sustained left vocal cord paralysis.

30 Sep 2014
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