James Francis Flinn
About James
Biography
James handles all types of personal injury matters, including car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, products liability, chemical exposures, homeowner claims, and more, while serving over one hundred clients across the state of Louisiana.
James practices exclusively in personal injury and property damage litigation. He is licensed to practice in all state courts in Louisiana, as well as all Louisiana federal courts including the Eastern District, Western District, Middle District, and 5th Circuit Court of Appeals. He is an active member of both the Louisiana State Bar Association and the Louisiana Association for Justice.
James graduated with honors from Tulane University Law School where he excelled in insurance law and litigation based courses, earning the top grade in his class in Civil Litigation Skills and Strategy.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
13 years
14 years | 75 cases
13 years
13 years | 5 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
25%-40%
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Licensed in Louisiana for 13 years
State: Louisiana
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
James Flinn, Attorney at Law
1100 Poydras Street, Suite 2815, New Orleans, LA, 70163-2810
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James Francis Flinn's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | October 10, 2013 | Landlord & Tenant
Landlord shakedown
When my landlord unjustifiably refused to return my security deposit, I asked James to help. James understood that it wasn't necessarily the amount of money at issue, but the principle of the matter. Within a week of getting James involved, my landlord acquiesced and rightfully returned my deposit. T...
Posted by Marcelle | October 04, 2013
Best lawyer ever
This young man was the best lawyer I have ever had.For about 5 years I didn't trust lawyers, but Mr. Flinn changed my mind.I He is awesome and I recommend him to others daily.He has become one of my friends.He is truly A blessed young man and I thank him very much.
James Francis Flinn's Lawyer Endorsements
"James combines hard work and tenacity with being a genuine "people person" who cares about his clients."
"I have known James for over 6 years both personally and professionally and cannot say enough good things about him. James is honest, smart, hardworking, reliable and genuine. He is everything that you would look for in an attorney when struggling with the challenges of an accident or injury. He is committed to his clients, his friends and his family. He is a role model and a leader, and shows incredible character and intelligence in all that he does. I highly recommend James for any and all matters that you may need!"
"James is intelligent, personable, and professional. His experience in the courtroom and his ability to connect with clients make him an outstanding attorney. I recommend James Flinn to anyone in pursuit of justice."
"James is professional, dedicated, and very talented."
"I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. James has an exemplary track record of successfully representing injured plaintiff's. His sophisticated and aggressive style of prosecuting cases has consistently resulted in maximizing his client's recovery. James is an excellent all around lawyer, whom I fully endorse and hold in the highest regard."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Personal injury lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2014
Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers
2010
Highest Grade Distinction - Civil Litigation Skills and Strategy, Tulane University Law School
2010
Senior Fellow - Legal Research and Writing Seminar, Tulane University Law School
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney, The Voorhies Law Firm
2011 - 2012
Law Clerk, Alvendia, Kelly & Demarest
2010 - 2010
Summer Associate, Lugenbuhl, Wheaton, Peck, Rankin & Hubbard
2009 - 2011
Senior Law Clerk, The Law Offices of Stephen M. Wiles
Associations
2014 - Present
American Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2014 - Present
New Orleans Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2014 - Present
The National Trial LawyersAttorney Member
2012 - Present
Louisiana Association for JusticeAttorney Member
2012 - Present
Louisiana State Bar AssociationAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
$4.34 million
$1.48 million jury verdict
$3.75 million jury award
$825,000.00 settlement
$400,000.00 settlement
Education
2011
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2013
2013
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Was driving a friend's car and was rear ended, but im not insured. What will happen?
03 Apr 2014
I stepped on a nail at home depot last week.nail went through my shoe into my foot not deep but had to limb out n tried to pull
11 Nov 2013