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James Francis Sexton
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Biography
Founding attorney James F. Sexton originally represented insurance companies after earning his Juris Doctor from California Western School of Law. For ten years, James defended insurance companies against claims from people injured in serious automobile and workplace accidents. In 2001, James experienced a change of heart and decided his abilities were better used helping individuals and their families rather than working against them. He now exclusively devotes his firm and practice to helping Southern Californians. Much of his work is centered on helping clients navigate personal injury or workers’ compensation claims, where James leverages his previous experience working for the insurance companies to build effective cases. He is passionate about helping struggling individuals to recover the damages they deserve and is proud to run The Sexton Law Firm with his son, Andrew.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Workers Compensation
65%
26 years
Personal Injury
20%
36 years
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
10%
26 years
Trusts
2%
26 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
25%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 35 years
State: California
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Location
The Sexton Law Firm
3130 Bonita Rd #104, Chula Vista, CA, 91910
The Sexton Law Firm
2424 Vista Way #202, Oceanside, CA, 92054
The Sexton Law Firm
7777 Alvarado Road #410, La Mesa, CA 91942, CA, 91942
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Posted by anonymous | August 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Great Lawyer
I would totally recommend this law firm I was greatly helped and just want it to spread the word of how amazing work theyre doing helping this community. I never had any problems and the staff was great.
James Francis Sexton's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jim’s background as an insurance defense lawyer gives him excellent insight in to how to maximize a plajntiff’s case."
"I endorse this lawyer. Skilled attorney and good advocate."
"Skilled attorney and m a dedicated advocate."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Knowledgeable is an understatement. Attorney James Sexton is an excellent advocate for the injured worker. James is a seasoned and well-respected attorney in the San Diego legal community."
"Jim's law firm and his supporting staff have a terrific reputation in the community."
Jennifer Duren
Estate planning lawyer
Jeremy Evans
Contracts and agreements lawyer
Benjamin Aguilar
Family lawyer
James Wolken
Workers compensation lawyer
Adam Lugo
Personal injury lawyer
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Rudy Lopez
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Eric Gritz
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Carl Kreibich
Workers compensation lawyer
Travis Jang-Busby
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Bill Bender
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Brandi Kurlander
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Johnny Shiu
Workers compensation lawyer
Ariadna Neimeyer
Workers compensation lawyer
Dennis Pate
Workers compensation lawyer
Michael Huynh
Workers compensation lawyer
Craig Fuller
Workers compensation lawyer
Robert Caietti
Employment and labor lawyer
Anthony Delellis
Social Security & Disability lawyer
Experience
Honors
2022
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
Rated Attorney Workers Compensation, Lead Counsel
2018
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
A+ Rating, BBB
2017
10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2017
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel
2014
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Top Lawyers, Legal Network
2013
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1999 - Present
Owner, The Sexton Law Firm
1992 - 2001
Attorney, Farmer's Insurance Group
1991 - 1992
Attorney, Chapin Fleming & Winet
Associations
2009 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of CaliforniaMember
1990 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2005 - 2009
California Applicants' Attorneys AssociationMember
2004 - 2005
South Bay Bar Association (Chula Vista)Member
2001 - 2002
San Diego County Bar AssociationMember
1991 - 1995
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Urination Explosion
Settled: Compromise and Release $450,000
Back Cracker
Settled
Truck Accident
Settled Policy Limits
Education
1990
California Western School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
Vanderbilt University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Estate Planning
Wills and Trusts
2002
Third-Party Liability Conference
Third-party liability (medcare) cases
Publications
2017
The Sexton Law Firm
The Differences Between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
2017
The Sexton Law Firm
Fund Your Trust…Now!
2017
The Sexton Law Firm
Where to File Your Airline Injury Lawsuit
2017
The Sexton Law Firm
When Your Employer Does Not Have Worker’s Compensation Insurance
2016
The Sexton Law Firm
Injured Workers and Marijuana Use
Languages
English
Spanish