J. E. Holmes III

J. E. Holmes III

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 57 years

Litigation Lawyer at Riverside, CA
Practice Areas: Litigation, Personal Injury, Car Accidents ... +2 more

3610 14th St 2nd Fl, PO Box 1548-1548, Riverside, CA

About J.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Litigation 40%

44 years | 2,100 cases

40%
Car Accident 20%

44 years | 1,500 cases

20%
Personal Injury 20%

44 years | 1,800 cases

20%
Mediation 15%

19 years | 600 cases

15%
Construction and Development 5%

44 years | 350 cases

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 57 years

State: California

Acquired: 1968

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Graves & King

3610 14th St 2nd Fl, PO Box 1548-1548, Riverside, CA, 92502

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J. E. Holmes III's Reviews

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Posted by Roy | July 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Recommendation of my Attorney J. E. Holmes, III

I highly recommend Mr. Holmes. I am very impressed and pleased with the way he handled various litigation matters for me over the past 15 years including his successful defense/extrication of me from a high dollar complex civil litigation tort/contract matter, his prosecution of a Mandatory Arbitrat...ion for recovery of a several hundred thousand dollar claim on behalf, and his successful resolution of a complicated Trust litigation matter field against me. He is professional, ethical and efficient. He keeps you fully informed as your case progresses. Further, he is warm, friendly and easy to work with.” In addition to the above comments, he is a decent human being. He believes in the oath he took as a lawyer and takes very seriously the trust that I place in him. My best interests are always primary in his thoughts and deeds.

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J. E. Holmes III's Lawyer Endorsements

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Bryan Reid

Mediation lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"J. Holmes is one of the most respected, experienced lawyers practicing in the Inland Empire. His 50 years of experience, combined with his talents as a trial lawyer and mediator make him a great resource for litigants seeking neutral resolution as well as parties in need of highly skilled representation. For more than half of his career, J has been a member in good standing of ABOTA which speaks not only to the breadth and depth of his litigation experience and skill but also to his character, integrity and commitment to civility in the practice of law. While he possess a superior knowledge of the law, trial strategy and case resolution techniques, one will find him to be down to earth, humble and very easy to speak with. He is a genuine gentleman and I can't recommend anyone more highly than J. Holmes for all mediation and litigation needs."

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William Weathers

Litigation lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known J.E. Holmes for over 35 years, having had cases against him as well as working with and under him for several years. Mr. Holmes is a very accomplished trial lawyer with a wide variety of experience handling complex civil litigation. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking representation by a seasoned attorney for a civil matter in the Inland Empire and surrounding areas."

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Michael Sargent

Litigation lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer! J's wealth of knowledge in trial strategies and techniques is top notch. He has seen it all in his career! J has a reasoned approach to any litigation challenge and is always willing to roll up his sleeves to find the best possible resolution for his clients. J takes time to mentor the younger attorneys and serves as a sounding board for the more seasoned lawyers in the firm. I am a better lawyer having had the opportunity to work with J."

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Bryan Reid

Elder law lawyer

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William Weathers

Personal injury lawyer

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Michael Sargent

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2017

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Top Lawyers of Inland Empire, Inland Empire Magazine

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Of Counsel, Graves & King, LLP

2006 - Present

Judge Pro Tem, Riverside Superior Court

2001 - Present

Settlement Mediator, J. E. Holmes, III

1995 - Present

Arbitrator, J. E. Holmes, III

1975 - 2009

Partner - Litigation, Thompson & Colegate, LLP

1970 - 1996

Military Judge / Prosecuting Attorney, U.S. Army Jag Corps

Associations

1980 - Present

American Board of Trial Advocates

Member

1968 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2001 - 2007

Riverside County Bar Association, Emergency Preparedness/Disaster Relief Committee

Chairperson

1990 - 2002

American Board of Trial Advocates

Director

1988 - 1989

American Board of Trial Advocates, California State Board of Directors

Director

1983 - 1983

American Board of Trial Advocates, San Bernardino/Riverside Chapter

President

1980 - 2008

Association of Southern California Defense Counsel

Board of Directors

Education

1967

University of California, Hastings College of the Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1964

Claremont McKenna College

BA - Bachelor of Arts - Business Economics

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