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James McKiernan

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James McKiernan

also known as James McKiernan Lawyers, Accident Law Center

5.0
82 reviews
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Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 53 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

$315,000,000 WON for CLIENTS - Free Consultations - Call For Help

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

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This attorney has received at least 10 client reviews, and has an average review score of 4.5 or higher.

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 45 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1981

Currently Registered

Licensed in California for 53 years

State: California

Acquired: 1973

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 1998

Location

James McKiernan Lawyers

(805) 544-8329

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

jamesmckiernanlawyers.com/
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James McKiernan's Reviews

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Practice Areas
Lawsuits & Disputes (22) Personal Injury (19) Car Accidents (10) Insurance (6) Slip and Fall Accident (3) Elder Law (1) Health Care (1) Landlord & Tenant (1) Military Law (1) Motorcycle Accident (1) Real Estate (1) Trusts (1) Wrongful Death (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (32) Advocacy (23) Recommendation (22) Practice Area Knowledge (14) Responsiveness (11) Staff & Support (11) Compassion (9) Character & Conduct (7) Communication Style (7) Professionalism (7) General Knowledge (5) Trustworthiness (5) Cost of Services (1) Punctuality (1)

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Posted by Sam | March 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Above and Beyond

I recently used the James McKiernan Lawyers in a property damage case and couldn’t be happier with the result. I initially tried to negotiate with the other party's insurance adjuster myself but found him to be uncooperative, antagonistic, and generally unresponsive. I was getting nowhere and at ...this point I’d resigned myself to the fact that if I was able to recoup any compensation for my damages, it would be nominal. That’s where the McKiernan team stepped in and I do mean team. They assigned a lead attorney but by my count, there were at least four people in the firm all working together to attack the case. They picked up where I left off and not only obtained a settlement for top dollar, but did so quickly saving me time and also the hassle of dealing with an unpleasant task. And by the way, other firms were not interested in taking the case at all as they said it was too small and wouldn’t be worth their time and effort. I highly recommend the James McKiernan Lawyers and I'm certain that I would not have been able to get the settlement that they obtained had I tried to do this by myself. Thanks Jim and team!

Posted by Jack | May 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Exceeded all my expectations!!

James McKiernan lawyers are as good as it gets. I have had many friends and people recommend one law firm over and over again, James McKiernan. It is nice to live in a small town and have an attorney like James McKiernan represent you. James McKiernan isnt an over worked and understaffed law fi...rm like many of the law firms in San Luis Obispo County. He exceeded my expectations and over delivered on every aspect of my case. Although most lawyers in general can be intimidating, James Mckiernan and his staff are great people with tremendous amount of knowledge that was presented to me with kindness and genuineness. Every chance i get i refer to these guys, nicest staff and very friendly atmosphere from beginning to end. They gave me what i was lacking in the beginning of my case, sanity and sleep. I was able to give my worries over to them and was able to sleep at night without the worry of the insurance company bullying me and or not listening to my side of the story. I finally was heard and listened to. Truly a blessing and forever grateful of these people. thank you!!

Posted by Stephanie M | December 08, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

I was almost killed by a drunk driver!

James McKiernan Lawyers was there when nobody else was on my side! I was lying in a hospital bed after being almost killed by a drunk driver with no insurance and nowhere to turn. I honestly thought I was to get stuck with thousand dollars’ worth of bills. But James McKiernan Lawyers fought for m...e. They were constantly giving me updates and when they said they were going to do something they meant it. They gave me a 110% of their time. My case took two years to be finished, but they constantly fought and got me the best end result that I could have asked for. They did not just look at me as a person that could make them money, but instead a 21 year old in a terrible situation who felt down on her luck. They sympathized with me as if I were one of their own children. James McKiernan Lawyers gives you their all, and I would recommend them to anyone in a legal situation that needs honest help. Thank you again for everything you did for me!

Posted by Braxton | September 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Don’t fall for the insurance companies BS

After trying to deal with the insurance company on my own I finally got fed up with their BS. I hired James Mckiernan lawyers to help me with my automobile accident case. They were able to get me a fair offer for my totaled car & they got me a great settlement. I highly recommend James Mckiernan lawy...ers.

Posted by anonymous | September 10, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Always in good hands!

I had a pretty serious car accident a few years back. I was scared, in pain, suffering financially from it and needed guidance. James McKiernan Lawyers gave me that guidance! Not only that but they settled my case and I was able to get back on my feet...literally :) When you're dealing with so many f...actors, like insurance, medical bills, police reports its scary....and Jim and his team help take you through it all and make it so easy. I literally do not know what I would have done without them...all I know is Im glad I called James Mckiernan Lawyers!

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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

2

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