James McKiernan

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James McKiernan

also known as James McKiernan Lawyers, Accident Law Center

4.9
79 reviews
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Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 52 years

Personal injury Lawyer at San Luis Obispo, CA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Wrongful Death, Estate Planning

21 Santa Rosa St Ste 300, San Luis Obispo, CA

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 1998
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About James

Biography

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Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Car Accident 40%

40%
Personal Injury 40%

40%
Estate Planning 10%

10%
Wrongful Death 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

33%-33%

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2024 2020 2015
Platinum Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 45 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1981

Currently Registered

Licensed in California for 52 years

State: California

Acquired: 1973

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 1998

Location

James McKiernan Lawyers

21 Santa Rosa St Ste 300, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405

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James McKiernan's Reviews

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Posted by John | March 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Competent, Aggressive, Honest, Efficient, Personable...

James McKiernan and his staff provided prompt, efficient, and competent legal representation for my case. Unlike other attorneys that "fish" for clients via vague and ambiguous terms, James McKiernan spoke with me in a straightforward, polite, and confident manner. Thus, it came as no surprise that... he resolved my case more favorably than I suspected. Retain the McKiernan Law Firm, not because they are good. Rather, retain James McKiernan and his staff because they are great!

Posted by Bill | April 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Call James McKiernan Lawyers first !

No reason to look elsewhere. No reason to compare. Call : 800) 200-Hurt! This is the only call you need to make if you've been in an accident. It was the best call I ever made when my wife was paralyzed in an accident. James McKiernan Lawyers saved our lives. Thank you!

Posted by anonymous | April 30, 2015 | Personal Injury

The Working Man's Lawyer & The Gentleman's Lawyer All In One!

My wife and I were seriously injured in a multi-vehicle accident (we were broadsided and pushed into another car). Right away, our insurance company and the other parties insurance companies were overwhelming to deal with. We were getting phone calls, letters, emails, documents to sign. My wife and I... both work full time and simply did not know what to do. We were referred to the McKiernan Law Firm through our church. At our first meeting with James and his staff, we knew we were in good hands. Although we had been referred by a close friend, we did some preliminary research on the Internet. The lawyer search can be as overwhelming as being injured and dealing with insurance companies. Every lawyer has a promise of the best representation...well as it turn out, the McKiernan Law Firm delivers on that promise and then some. We were treated like family, they were available 24/7 for questions or issues as they came up. We were told up front that our only "job" was to get better and resume our daily lives. Our car was replaced (after long negotiations and the other insurance company trying to give us a very low value) we were assisted each step of the way with the many doctors/specialists that me and my wife needed. Throughout our case, I had several occasions to sit down with James personally as questions came up and I was highly impressed with his overall knowledge of the law in general and as it pertained to my case specifically. With several cars involved in the accident, it was very complicated. As I mentioned earlier, all of these lawyer ads make endless promises. James has specialized in personal injury for many years and that shines through in every detail. Would I recommend the McKiernan Law Firm? That would be a resounding yes. I don't normally write reviews however, I felt that as a person that went through a serious accident and knowing what its like to have your world turned upside down that I would share my experience. As a follow up, we still receive calls from James now that our case is settled checking on how we are doing. We have recently referred a friend who's teenage daughter was hit by a drunk driver. As we pray for her full recovery, we know that she is in good hands. Rich & Stacy B Shell Beach, CA

Posted by John | May 30, 2013 | Personal Injury

Your only choice before an injury, Accident or Death lawyer

Creative, aggressive and winning approach for your injury or death case. Tirelessly working for the best results for you.

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James McKiernan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Caleb Anthony

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Mr. McKiernan is the most skilled and creative legal mind of his generation. His range of experience in unmatched: attorney, judge, and even law school Dean. He sees angles in his advocacy for clients that no one else does...and that makes all the difference! When you put your trust in James McKiernan, you put your trust in the best."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 1998.

Discipline with Actual Suspension issued in CA, 1998

updated on 01/20/2016

This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

2021

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2020

Top 10, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2019

Top 10, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2018

Top 10, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2016

Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Work Experience

1983 - Present

Principal, James McKiernan Lawyers

1975 - 1983

Judge, San Luis Obispo County Superior Court

1974 - 1975

Attorney, Girardi & Keese

1973 - 1974

Clerk, Central District Superior Court - Los Angeles

Education

2003

Regent University School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

1972

Loyola Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1968

Fordham Univ

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Italian

Spanish

Activity

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