James A. Thompson

James A. Thompson

also known as Jim A. Thompson

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 22 years

Civil rights Lawyer at Wichita, KS
Practice Areas: Civil Rights, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Litigation

Po Box 2082, Wichita, KS

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Civil Rights 50%

My practice in civil rights concentrates on mostly excessive use of force by law enforcement, particularly the Wichita Police Department.

20 years

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 260-260 per hour

Contingency

33%-33%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Kansas for 22 years

State: Kansas

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Malone, Dwire & Thompson, LLC

Po Box 2082, Wichita, KS, 67201-2082

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Posted by John | July 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

Professional and Knowledgeable

Mr. Thompson has represented me on numerous matters including, traffic, criminal, insurance claims and property code violations with 100% success. Many attorneys will tell their clients what they want to hear. Jim will give it to you straight even if it's not what you want to hear. He is professio...nal and knowledgeable in matters of the law. When things get tough and other attorneys want to settle Jim has no problem with telling them let's go to trial. There is no better person to have in your corner when you really need someone.

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James A. Thompson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Roger Falk

Litigation lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I got to know Jim when he officed next door to me, while working for another law firm. I found him to be exceptionally bright, and thirsty to absorb as much legal knowledge as he could. In the years following our first meeting, I became thoroughly impressed with his abilities inside and outside of the Courtroom. He is someone that I often refer cases to, when I either have a conflict, or it is in an area of the law that I do not handle and he does. I highly recommend James A. Thompson as a top notch litigator."

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William Deer

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jim is a dedicated attorney and one of the best litigators in Wichita. He gets results for his clients and also cares about their well-being. Highly recommended."

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Donald Snook

Civil rights lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jim is a skilled and dedicate lawyer. He cares about his clients and works tirelessly to represent them. He is an excellent litigator. I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2011

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2010

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2008

President's Award, Wichita Bar Association

2003

Order of Barristers, Washburn School of Law

2003

Moot Court Council, Washburn School of Law

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Owner, Malone, Dwire & Thompson, LLC

2010 - 2014

Of Counsel, Klenda Austerman, LLC

2007 - 2010

Partner, Malone, Dwire & Thompson, LLC

2004 - 2007

Associate Attorney, Malone, Dwire & Jones

2001 - 2003

Clerk, Shawnee County District Court

Associations

2003 - Present

Wichita Bar Association

2010 - 2010

Wichita Bar Association, Public Relations Committee

Chair

1990 - 1994

US Army

Presidential Honor Guard - 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment

Sample of Legal Cases

Vs Garden City Police Department

Settled $25,000

Product Liabiltiy

Settled $2.3 Million

Minerd v. City of Wichita

Settled $50,000

Child Death Case in state custody

Settled $350,000.00

Trucking Accident - Wrongful Death

Settled $1.2 Million

Majeed v. City of Wichita

Settled $10,000.00

Price v., City of Wichita

Settled for $925,000.00

Car Accident - Wrongful Death

Settled Policy Limit $100,000.00

Wrongful Death Car Accident

Settled $1.7 Million

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Education

2003

Washburn University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

Wichita State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Plaintiff's Personal Injury from Start to Finish

Basics of Civil Practice and Procedure

2016

Plaintiff's Personal Injury from Start to Finish

Understanding the Law of Damages

Languages

English

Activity

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