About James
Biography
Mr. Belote is highly regarded as a dedicated and compassionate lawyer by his clients and peers. A partner at the Law Offices of Stipe & Belote, Mr. Belote brings a rare level of talent and extensive experience in personal injury litigation to every case he takes on. With 38 years of experience representing the injured in Oklahoma City and the rest of the state, his accomplishments have led to being listed as an Oklahoma Super lawyer for 17 years in a row. He has the highest rating for competence and ethics (AV) by Martindale-Hubbell.
Honors
National Association of Distinguished Counsel, 2024
Martindale-Hubbell, rated “AV Preeminent”
AVVO rated “Superb”
Oklahoma Super Lawyers® member, 2009 - 2025
National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Oklahoma Lawyers
Trucking Attorneys Top 10
James Belote is an experienced personal injury attorney you can trust.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
25%-40%
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 36 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oklahoma for 37 years
State: Oklahoma
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
Stipe & Belote, LLP
Mobile
Fax
9400 Broadway Extension, Suite 420, Oklahoma City, OK, 73114
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Online Presence
Other places you can find James online.
James Belote's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
97 Client Reviews
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Posted by Adam | January 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Awesome job!
Stipe & Belote Law Office is top notch. Im normally not even one to write a review however I know it does help people that were in my shoes not knowing who to hire after my accident. Mr. James Belote cared about my case and we came out with the best outcome possible in my case. He worked hard and wha...
Posted by alfredo | November 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Great Man
I was in a car accident and like some people wasn't sure how to handle it i called a few lawyers but Mr.Belote was the one who seemed more interested not only as a lawyer but also as a human being he made the process very easy he was very helpful and understanding and did everything he could to help ...
Posted by Emily | November 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Very Helpful
James and Crystal were so welcoming and understanding. They explain everything in terms that you can understand. They are willing to do whatever it takes to make sure you get what you deserve.
Posted by Carolyn | November 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney
James is the BEST
I contacted Stipe & Belote after researching various firms to give me advice on a car accident I was involved in. James worked closely with me, explaining every step of the process. James told me at the very beginning that his job was to handle the legalities and my job was to heal; I really took tha...
Posted by Kim | November 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Great Attorney
I love the fact that I could contact his office and get a response from him or Crystal within a reasonable time. They talked to you like a human and helped explain things through. I would use again but hope I wouldn't have to.
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Experience
Honors
2026
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Oklahoma Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Oklahoma Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Oklahoma Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Oklahoma Super lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Oklahoma Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Oklahoma Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Oklahoma Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Oklahoma Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
1990 - Present
Attorney, Stipe & Belote LLP
Associations
1995 - Present
Oklahoma Association for JusticeMember
1995 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
1990 - Present
Texas Bar AssociationMember
1988 - Present
Oklahoma Bar AssociationMember
1988 - Present
Oklahoma County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - 2009
Oklahoma Association for JusticePresident
Sample of Legal Cases
2.5M Jury Verdict
Education
1988
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English