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Biography
These four organizations admit members only after a rigorous check of their background and trial skills, and recommendations by Judges. Lawyers cannot apply; membership is by invitation only.
Nationwide, the Inner Circle is limited to 100 Trial Lawyers, the International Academy to 500 world-wide and the American College to 4000. It is my privilege to be a member of each of these groups, dedicated to professionalism and education.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
40%
51 years
Wrongful Death
40%
Medical Malpractice
10%
Trucking Accident
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Check
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Colorado for 33 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Licensed in Wyoming for 50 years
State: Wyoming
Acquired: 1975
No misconduct found
Location
Gallery
Online Presence
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James E. Fitzgerald's Reviews
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Posted by Eric | December 11, 2013 | Wrongful Death
Jim did a great job for me.
I am a lawyer myself and have had the occasion to retain several lawyers for different matters over my lifetime. When my son was killed I went to Jim because I knew he was well regarded in wrongful death cases. He was sensitive, thorough, dedicated and compassionate. I could not have had a more de...
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"Jim Fitzgerald is a great lawyer and a powerful advocate for his clients. He care for the people he represents and takes the time to know them in way that enables him to tell their story to a jury. Jim is a teacher, a mentor and a friend. I recommend Jim Fitzgerald to anyone who need the very best."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Mountain States Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Honoree, Best Lawyers in America
2013
A Mountain States Top Attorney, Salt Lake Magazine
2013
Recognized, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Lifetime Achievement, Wyoming Trial Lawyers Association
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
1975 - Present
Partner, The Fitzgerald Law Firm
Associations
1994 - Present
American College of Trial LawyersMember
1990 - Present
International Academy of Trial LawyersAmerican Board of Trial Advocates
1990 - Present
American Board of Trial AdvocatesAdvocate
1988 - Present
Inner Circle of AdvocatesPast President
Sample of Legal Cases
Andersen v. Western Chemical Specialties
$2,935,855.00 Settlement
American National Bank v. Hannifan
$9,460,000.00 verdict upheld on appeal.
Education
1975
University of Colorado School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1969
University of Wyoming
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
University of Wyoming College of Law
Building a Trial Practice
Publications
2009
Wyoming State Bar publication
Book Review - On Trial
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers