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Licensed in Florida for 20 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2005
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2020
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James Bennett Coulter III's Reviews
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Case Results (25)
Advocacy (16)
Recommendation (11)
Practice Area Knowledge (10)
Responsiveness (10)
Professionalism (8)
Communication Style (5)
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Character & Conduct (3)
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Showing 1 - 5 of 25 reviews | Case Results
Posted by anonymous | October 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Changed my life
"I would recommend Mr Coulter to anyone. He represented me and my family when we were in a serious accident. The concern and care he and his team offered, immediately made us feel at ease. They were always easy to reach when we had questions and keep us informed. I was extremely satisfied with the se...
Posted by anonymous | August 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
Awesome people
My mother almost died from newspapers while in a nursing home here in brevard. The Coulter firm was so good to us and treated her with so much respect. He visiting her many times during the case and things turned out great in the end. We thank him so much
Posted by anonymous | May 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Auto Accident
I was so pleased with the outcome of my case. Mr. Coulter and his staff worked hard on my auto accident claim. I highly recommend him.
Posted by emily | February 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
Grateful for his services
Mr. Coulter represented myself and my brother in a law suit against a nursing home after our mother passed away from problems that occurred when she was mistreated, ignored, and not tended to properly while at a nursing home. It was and still is difficult to deal with what happened. We hired Mr. Co...
Posted by Truman | January 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Professional, experienced, very pleasant all around! Kristi (Paralegal) was prompt and amazing as well!
James and his team are top notch. I was visiting Florida on vacation and had a run in with the law. It was my first time and didn't know what to expect. I had a very favorable ruling and don't need to worry about the experience at all now. James and Kristi made me feel comfortable and were very promp...
James Bennett Coulter III's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Coulter cares about his clients and is passionate about his personal injury law practice. I am impressed by his work ethic, dedication, and professionalism."
"I endorse this lawyer. James is a terrific attorney and always puts his clients first. He fights tirelessly for his clients and their legal needs."
"I have known James Coulter for over 6 years. I first met him when I was a prosecutor at the 18th Circuit State Attorney's Office. I have always found James to be professional, thoughtful, and thorough. As a fellow former prosecutor, James is comfortable in the courtroom and is a zealous advocate for his clients. I would recommend James in the areas of criminal law and personal injury."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jim does a great job for his clients"
"James personifies poise and perspicuity in the courtroom, and meets the high standard he sets for himself both personally and professionally."
"Mr. Coulter is an ethical and professional lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"James Coulter has a great reputation in the legal community for fighting for the rights of his clients."
"I have had the pleasure of working with James and I endorse this lawyer's work."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Coulter is dedicated to the practice of law and consistently exercises sound legal judgment and a high level of competence. Mr. Coulter is a well regarded and valuable member of the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. He is very professional and a hard worker and the bottom line is that he gets things done."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2020.
Suspension with Conditions issued in FL, 2020
updated on 10/26/2020This means an 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
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Top 100 Trial Lawyers
2016
Buisness Partner of the Year, Brevard County Public Schools
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2014
10 Best Criminal Law Attorneys, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2004
Humanitarian Award, Phi Alpha Delta
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Adjunct Professor of Criminal Law, Ethics and Evidence, Everest University
2005 - 2007
Assistant State Attorney, 7th Judicial Circuit State Courts
2004 - 2004
Florida Certified Legal Intern, Jacksonville Area Government Legal Aid
Associations
2015 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Central Florida Trial Lawyer AssociationMember
2010 - Present
NORMLMember
2010 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyersmember
2010 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Everest University Paralegal Advisory BoardMember
2005 - Present
Brevard County Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Florida Justice AssociationMember
2001 - Present
University of Maryland AlumniMember
2009 - 2010
Vassar Carlton Inns of CourtMember
Sample of Legal Cases
medical malpractice
4,200,000.00
auto accident
$685,000.00
motorcycle accident
350,000.00
auto accident
1,500,000.00
auto accident
85,000.00
medical malpractice
4,200,000.00
Dog Bite
$120,000.00
car accident
$110,000.00
auto accident
$100,000.00
$2,125,000.00 in compensation for wrongful death
2.125 million Dollars
$1,000,000.00 compensation for injuries in auto accident
$1,000,000.00
Over $350,000.00 in compensation for injuries from an auto accident
over $350,000.00
$750,000.00 in compensation for slip and fall
$750,000.00
$100,000.00 compensation to client injured in rear end auto accident
$100,000.00
$75,000.00 in conpensation for injuries in auto accident
$75,000.00 Seventy Five Thousand Dollars in Compensation
$150,000.00 in compensation for injuries in auto accident
$150,000.00 One Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars in compensation
$532,000.00 in compensation for child's injuries injuries in trucking accident
532,000.00 Five Hundred Thirty Two Thousand
$235,000.00 in compensation for injuries in auto accident
$235,000.00 (Two Hundren Thirty Five Thousand Dollars in compensation)
Over $800,000.00 in compensation for injuries in auto accident
Over $800,000.00 Eight Hundred Thousand Dollars in compensation for injuries from an auto accident
wrongful death / negligence & medical malpractice
A large undisclosed settlement to the survivors including a structured annuity providing the mother of the child payments for the remainder of her life.
Education
2005
Florida Coastal School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
University of Maryland
BA
Speaking Engagements
2012
Brevard Notes Talk Show
Criminal Law
2011
Evidence and the Rules of Procedure
Evidence
2011
An Introduction to Criminal Law
Criminal Law
Publications
2012
The Florida Today
Deputies Arrest Casts Doubt
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
Car accident other driver no insurance. What to do?
24 Feb 2015
Q&A
I was in a car accident on Thursday morning. Hit my head off drivers window. Have had headaches since. Do I need an attorney?
25 Feb 2015
Q&A
I was in single car accident on way home from airport-business trip-employer responsible or can write off on taxes as business?
01 Oct 2011