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
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Posted by anonymous | March 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney
The Best Lawyer
James Belote is a great human being who not only helped me recover after an accident with a semi-truck, he also made sure I was fairly compensated. You will not find a better lawyer.
Posted by Traci | March 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Great Lawyer - helpful and kind
I am thankful I contacted Mr. Belote to handle my car accident case. He listened to my concerns, explained the process and always responded promptly by text, call, or email to my questions weekday or weekend. He worked to get me the settlement that I was happy with and allowed me to make the decisio...
Posted by Roland | April 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Thank you
James represented me for my wreck, and was very informative, responded any time I called or texted. Fought for me and that’s all you can ask for. Great people!
Posted by Ronnie | April 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Thank you
James is by far hands down the best injury lawyer! He took very good care of me through the whole situation. Very honest guy will use him again if need be!
Posted by Sandra | December 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Thankful
James is an excellent attorney. He represented me when I was injured during a car accident. I knew from the moment I hired him I made a great decision, as he kept me informed about my case from beginning to the end. He was very compassionate and knowledgeable in every aspect of the law involving my c...
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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