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James Gerard Schulze
also known as Gerry Schulze
About James
Biography
I have been practicing law in Little Rock since 1983. I am married to Helena McGill Schulze, to whom I have also been married since 1983. We have two sons, Christopher and Benjamin, both of whom are working in the computer field.
I am an amateur linguist who practices law for a living. The only second language in which I am fluent enough to do business is Spanish, but I know a smattering of a few other languages.
My favorite area of practice is appellate law. I also enjoy working with expert witnesses on scientific issues. I do a lot of Social Security disability and personal injury litigation. I also do some civil rights work from time to time.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Social Security & Disability
65%
42 years | 1,000 cases
Appeals
15%
42 years | 100 cases
Civil Rights
10%
26 years
Personal Injury
10%
42 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 150-250 per hour
Contingency
25%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Arkansas for 42 years
State: Arkansas
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 38 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1987
No misconduct found
Location
Baker, Schulze Murphy & Patterson
2311 Biscayne Drive, Suite 300, Little Rock, AR, 72227
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James Gerard Schulze's Lawyer Endorsements
"Gerry is a well-respected appellate lawyer in the legal community. We recently worked together on an appellate CLE program that he organized for the Arkansas Bar Association. I appreciate the insight Gerry shared at the CLE program concerning his vast experience as an appellate attorney."
"I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Schulze and I have worked together on several matters in the past. He's very intelligent; very educated; and, has an extensive amount of knowledge in multiple areas of law."
"Gerry is a "lawyer's lawyer", incredibly knowledgeable in his fields of practice and pretty much everything else. I have worked in the same firm with Gerry, and he was the one lawyer that everyone consulted if they had a question about the law or procedure. We both have our own firms now, but he is still someone I call on if I need to be pointed in the right direction on an issue."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I know Gerry to have a superb mind with outstanding skills. I would recommend him for all matters, especially difficult and complicated litigation."
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Experience
Honors
2021
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2003
The Best of CLE 2003, Arkansas Bar Association
1997
The Best of CLE 1997, Arkansas Bar Association
1993
Boss of the Year, Greater Little Rock Legal Secretaries Association
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Attorney at Law, Baker & Schulze
2004 - 2008
Attorney at Law, Eubanks, Baker & Schulze
1999 - 2004
Attorney, Eubanks, Welch, Baker & Schulze
1983 - 1999
Associate, Gary Eubanks & Associates
Associations
2005 - Present
ScribesLife Member
American Association for Justice
2002 - 2019
American Bar AssociationMember
2002 - 2019
Pulaski County Bar AssociationMember
1985 - 2019
Arkansas Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1983 - 2019
Arkansas Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
One National Bank v. Pope, 372 Ark. 208
$2,343,170 affirmed, remanded on one estate
Aon Risk Services, Inc. v. Meadors, 100 Ark. App. 272, 267 S.W.3d 603 (2007)
Judgment for Plaintiff affirmed on appeal.
McCoy v. Montgomery
Verdict $3,000,000 actual; $500,000 punitive aff'd
Wal Mart Stores v. Kilgore
Verdict $840,000 affirmed.
Education
1983
University of Arkansas at Little Rock, William H. Bowen School of Law
J.D.
1980
Loyola University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
N/A
Universidad de Puerto Rico
Speaking Engagements
2015
Arkansas Appellate Advocacy Institute
Appellate Advocacy
2012
Social Security Disability--From Start to Finish
Countering Vocational Expert Testimony in Disability Litigation
2012
Social Security Disability From Start to Finish
Changes in Benefits and Other Tough Challenges
2012
Find it Fast and Free on the Web
Legal Ethics in the Digital Age
2012
Find it Fast and Free on the Web
Finding Practice Tools
2012
Auto Injury Litigation from Start to Finish
Case Intake, Pre-Suit Investigation
2012
Anatomy and Physiology for Attorneys
Anatomy and Physiology for Attorneys--Moderator
2010
Insurance Coverage Litigation
Insurance Coverage Disputes. Common Ethical Issues
2010
Evidence and Expert Testimony Best Practices: Supporting Your Case
Expert Witness Testimony
2009
Social Security Case Strategies
Social Security Appeals
2009
Encore: The Best of the 08-09 CLE Year
Legal Writing
2009
Advanced Appellate Workshop
Appellate Advocacy / Lecture on legal writing and coached workshop
2008
Successfully Navigating the Appeals Process
Appeals
2008
Advanced Expert Witness Deposition Tactics
Expert Witnesses
2004
Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Claims
Insurance
2004
Insurance Coverage
Insurance
1997
Appellate Advocacy Institute
Appellate Advocacy
1996
Arkansas Appellate Advocacy Institute
Appeals
Publications
1999
Arkansas Lawyer
Y2K: BEEN THERE, DONE THAT, BUT THE T-SHIRT DIDN'T PRINT OUT,
1996
1982
University of Arkansas at Little Rock Law Review
In re RMJ
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides