James Samuel Winegardner

James Samuel Winegardner

5.0
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 38 years

Civil rights Lawyer Practice Areas: Civil Rights, Personal Injury

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 250-350 per hour

Contingency

25%-50%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 38 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1987

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

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James Samuel Winegardner's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ralph | April 7, 2010

James is a gem amongst his peers

Looking for a divorce lawyer when you don't want the divorce was bad enough. I was so grateful I was led to James Winegardner. I was very pleased with his legal representation but more additionally his personal guidance. He helped me manage a nasty situation with dignity and self respect. His fami...liarity with the local courtroom and his fine reputation in Hood County was was a big plus in front of the judge. I recommend James Winegardner as a lawyer and as a counselor in general.

Posted by anonymous | March 31, 2010

Exceptional Attorney - Best in Town!

James Winegardner is the best attorney in town, in my opinion. He helped me with my divorce and was ethical, knowledgeable, trustworthy and kind throughout the entire process.

Posted by Felicia | March 31, 2010

James Winegardner Delivers Exceptional Diligence and Attention To Detail.

I am a REALTOR and was enjioned in a suit for premises liability. There were four other attorneys representing other defendants (Realtors). ONLY James Winegardner took the time and effort to find case law that proved that I as a REALTOR was NOT liable. He handled my case in an exceptionally profes...sional manner. James and his office staff were attentive to details and performed in the most compassionate and competent manner. All dates were met and papers filed in a timely manner. I have referred James to several of my friends and clients and ALL have been as pleased with his services as I have been.

Posted by Kim | March 30, 2010

Wonderful Attorney

James is one of the most ethical and compassionate people I've met. He is very intelligent, very firm, and extremely compassionate. He provided me with great advice while being very sensitive to the pain I was experiencing because of needing a lawyer. He was the 3rd lawyer I hired to try and settle m...y custody case. I did more for the case in 2 months than the other 2 attorneys did in almost a year. I would highly recommend James to anyone who needs someone who can be very gentle but also fight intelligently.

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James Samuel Winegardner's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Ralls

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this talented and knowledgeable attorney, who is well-respected in the legal community."

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David Wynne

Family lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred several cases to James throughout the last ten years. James is a very competant attorney and he takes care of his clients."

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Harry Laxton

Litigation lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Grisham

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Winegardner is an attorney of high moral character and one that puts his clients first."

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Thomas Herald

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known James as an attorney for over 10 years. Anyone who hires James will quickly learn that he is an excellent attoney who is passionate, ethical, and devoted to his clients as well as to his own family."

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Venisa Mclaughlin

General practice lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Michael Delgado

Personal injury lawyer

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Shelly Fowler

Family lawyer

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Thomas Herald

Personal injury lawyer

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Rodney Elkins

Litigation lawyer

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James Hrabal

Litigation lawyer

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Venisa Mclaughlin

General practice lawyer

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Paul Francis

General practice lawyer

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Maurice Walton

Estate planning lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

1998

Board Certifiied in Personal Injury Trial Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Work Experience

2005 - 2011

Owner, Winegardner & McLaughlin, PLLC

2003 - 2005

Director of Claims, Adventist Risk Management

Sample of Legal Cases

******** v. ********

$1,200,000.00 verdict

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Education

1987

Southern Methodist University

Speaking Engagements

2004

Risk Management Conference

Church Liability

2002

Texas Young Lawyers Religion and Church Law

Church Liability

Publications

1991

Handbook on Effective Liability Procedures H.E.L.P.

Activity

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