Kamela J James

Kamela J James

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 26 years

Car accident Lawyer at Olympia, WA
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Trucking Accident, Wrongful Death, Brain Injury

209 Quince Street NE, Olympia, WA

About Kamela

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-42%


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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 26 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1999

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Location

Law Offices of Kamela James, PLLC

209 Quince Street NE, Olympia, WA, 98506-4041

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Kamela J James's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | April 21, 2008 | Personal Injury

Rating for Kamela James

I was involved in a MVA in 2005. I put my trust into attorney Kamela James. She was an amazing attorney. She kept me informed frequently about the progress of the case and what to expect. She was extremely knowledgeable and dedicated to do the best she could for us. I recommend her to anyone who has ...been involved in a personal injury. I rate her with the highest marks. I personally want to say thanks again for all the hard work you have done.

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Kamela J James's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Barhoum

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"There are so great trial lawyers left. Ms. James is one of them. Bright, aggressive, and truly cares about her clients. I refer all of my family members and friends to her for personal injury matters. I highly recommend her"

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Matthew Van Gieson

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kamela is as bright as they come. I've been fortunate to get to know and rely on her for sound advice in several complex matters. Each encounter has widen my understanding and empowered me with greater tools to advocate for my clients. Any client fortunate enough to have Kamela on their side will be able to sleep well at night knowing they have a fierce, competent, and engaging advocate working tirelessly for them."

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Ron Meyers

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. We met many years ago when we were on different sides in a multi-party lawsuit. She was professional, courteous and aggressive in representing her client's best interests. She got a good result. She was very good then and she is even better now."

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Douglas Wilson

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer for many reasons. She is not only very skilled she is a true professional. I have a tremendous amount of respect for her."

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Erik Ladenburg

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Kamela on a difficult case a couple of years ago. She is an excellant attorney who works hard for her clients and knows how to get results."

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Geoffrey Bedell

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"I had the privilege to work with Kamela for several years. She displayed the highest quality of work, marked professionalism and, perhaps most notably, grace under pressure during trial. She is an outstanding attorney with a strong commitment to her clients and a record of proven results. Because she represents both plaintiffs and defendants, she also brings a nuanced understanding of personal injury law to her practice. Since working with her, we have remained in touch, and I have referred others to her. I highly recommend her."

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Michael Morgan

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have been fortunate to watch Kamela's law practice develop over the years. She began handling simple car crash cases to more recently defending manufacturers in complex asbestos cases, as well as catastrophic personal injury claims. And she works as hard at the former as she does the latter. Kamela has become proficient at all levels of personal injury claims as both a defense attorney and as a plaintiff's attorney. Her ability to evaluate a case from both perspectives separates her from most other personal injury attorneys. If I needed a personal injury attorney, I would not hesitate in having Kamela as my attorney."

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Diane Whaley

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kamela is a tremendous personal injury lawyer. She has a wealth of experience in her field and does an excellent job on behalf of her clients. I refer my clients to her because I know that she will handle their cases in an appropriate manner. Not only is Kamela an excellent lawyer, she really cares about people. She is conscientious and works above and beyond anyones expectations. I highly recommend her."

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Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Excellence in the Practice of Law, Lawyers of Distinction

2019

Best of the Bar 2019, Best of the Bar

2015

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Kamela James PLLC

2000 - 2008

Attorney, Burgess Fitzer, P.S.

Associations

2008 - Present

Washington State Association for Justice

Eagle Member

2006 - Present

Thurston County Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2003 - 2007

Puget Sound Inns of Court

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Orris v. Estate of Lingley

Confidential Settlement

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Education

1999

Seattle University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

University of Washington -Seattle

BA - Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration

Languages

English

Activity

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