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James R. Lewis

James R. Lewis

Plaintiff's Trial Attorney
  • Personal Injury, Products Liability
  • California
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Joseph Maloney July 24, 2021
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
Jim is the whole package of someone who cares, analyzes the various problems analytically while retaining the personal outlook of what the client needs, and understands that everyone needs to work together.
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Biography

James R. Lewis represents personal injury claimants and families of those who have suffered wrongful death. Mr. Lewis is a skilled trial attorney who handles cases through to verdict including investigation, discovery, ADR, expert discovery and trial. Clients consider Mr. Lewis knowledgeable, confident and firm in his approach. Admitted to practice in California and in several federal district courts, Mr. Lewis pursues justice for his clients in all venues. He is a member in good standing with the Sacramento and Placer County Bar Associations, the Capitol City Trial Lawyers Assoc. Mr. Lewis was selected again in 2023 as a Northern California Super Lawyer, and as a Top Attorney in Sacramento by Sacramento Magazine for EIGHT consecutive years (2015-2023).

Practice Areas
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Products Liability
Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts
Additional Practice Areas
  • Car Accidents
  • Wrongful Death
  • Dog Bites
  • Insurance Bad Faith
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Contingent Fees
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
California
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Federal Circuit
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U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Eastern District of California
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U.S. District Court - Eastern District of California
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U.S. District Court - Northern District of California
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
  • Spanish: Spoken
Professional Experience
Owner, Trial Attorney
Lewis Injury
- Current
Handling of personal injury and wrongful death cases from intake through trial including discovery, alternative dispute resolution, law and motion, expert discovery, trial and binding arbitrations.
Trial Attorney
Frank Penney Injury Lawyers, APC
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Law Clerk
Brayton Purcell
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Specialized in all aspects of written discovery and law, and motion practice.
Education
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
J.D. (2000) | Advocacy and Taxation
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Honors: Writer, and Editor of McGeorge Initiative Review Project.
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University of California - Santa Barbara
B.A. (1997) | Political Science
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Honors: Graduated Cum Laude. Invitee to Senior Honors Thesis Progam, Dept. of Political Science. Asst. Editor and Sports Editor of La Cumbre. Peer Counselor, Dept. of Political Science.
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Awards
Northern California Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
Northern California Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
Top Attorneys in Sacramento
Sacramento Magazine
James R. Lewis was named again to Sacramento Magazine's Top Lawyers List for 2018. From the hundreds of personal injury attorneys in the Sacramento area, he was one of just 58 selected as a Top Lawyer. Professional Research Services surveyed the community to determine the top lawyers in 2018. Attorneys were nominated by their peers, and then carefully evaluated on the basis of the survey results, license status, and their current standing with the State Bar. Attorneys who received the highest number of votes in each specialty were selected to the list. This is the fourth consecutive year that Mr. Lewis was selected as a Top Lawyer!
Northern California Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
Top Attorneys in Sacramento
Sacramento Magazine
James R. Lewis was named again to Sacramento Magazine's Top Lawyers List for 2017. Professional Research Services surveyed the community to determine the top lawyers in 2017. Attorneys were selected by nomination of their peers, and then carefully evaluated on the basis of the survey results, license status, and their current standing with the State Bar. Attorneys who received the highest number of votes in each specialty were selected to the list. This is the third consecutive year that Mr. Lewis was selected as a Top Lawyer!
Northern California Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
Northern California Rising Star
Super Lawyers
For the third consecutive year, James R. Lewis was named as a Northern California Rising Star by Super Lawyers. Mr. Lewis joins an exclusive list of the top up-and-coming attorneys in Northern California for 2014. Attorneys selected for inclusion in the list of Super Lawyers and Rising Stars are nominated by their peers before undergoing "rigorous" evaluations in a number of areas of "peer recognition and professional achievement," according to Super Lawyers selection process. The objective, the magazine says, is to "create a credible, comprehensive and diverse listing of outstanding attorneys." Recognition is based on surveys of approximately 52,000 active lawyers in Northern California, independent research by Super Lawyers magazine, and review and recommendation by practice-area panels of top lawyers.
Northern California Rising Star
Super Lawyers
Northern California Rising Star
Super Lawyers
James R. Lewis was named as a Northern California Rising Star by Super Lawyers. Mr. Lewis joins an exclusive list of the top up-and-coming attorneys in Northern California for 2012. Attorneys selected for inclusion in the list of Super Lawyers and Rising Stars are nominated by their peers before undergoing "rigorous" evaluations in a number of areas of "peer recognition and professional achievement," according to Super Lawyers selection process. The objective, the magazine says, is to "create a credible, comprehensive and diverse listing of outstanding attorneys." Recognition is based on surveys of approximately 52,000 active lawyers in Northern California, independent research by Super Lawyers magazine, and review and recommendation by practice-area panels of top lawyers.
Lifetime Appointment
Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Appointed to the exclusive membership of Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a collection of the best trial attorneys in the United States. Mr. Lewis joins an elite group of less than 200 California attorneys who have secured verdicts, settlements or awards for their client in excess of $1,000,000.00.
Professional Associations
Sacramento County Bar Association
Member
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Activities: Active member in good standing.
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Capitol City Trial Lawyer Association
Member
- Current
Activities: Active member in good standing.
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California State Bar  # 232248
Member
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Websites & Blogs
Website
James R. Lewis' Website Profile
Website
Lewis Injury Website
Blog
lewisinjury.com
Legal Answers
6 Questions Answered
Q. If I was wearing high heels when I was injured on someone's property, will I be considered partially negligent
A: Depending on whether it was reasonable to wear heels in those conditions. If you were treading through the grass, mud, or snow then probably not much you can do about a recovery. It would be unsafe to wear heels in those conditions. But, if you were not the only person wearing heels at a cocktail party held on solid ground (concrete, tile, linoleum), then your chances are better. Whether it is a claim worth pursuing depends on your injuries. Premises liability claims (against property owners) are difficult and lengthy. Most attorneys will only handle those with serious injuries which required surgery or hospitalization. You should find consult with a personal injury attorney in your community. ... Read More
Q. I was convicted of arson as a minor. Found guilty as a felony how long does it follow me. And how can I get it expunged.
A: Consult a criminal attorney in your community and ask how much he or she charges to seek an expungement of the conviction from your record. It is not cheap. Typically, the amount of time that has passed since the conviction with you getting in any more trouble is a factor as is that you committed the crime when you were under 18.
Q. Question about fender bender
A: As a personal injury attorney, there are good reasons to ask for the amount of your coverage. First among them is whether the injured person should contact his or her own insurance and put them on notice of an "under-insured motorist claim". The injured person has an obligation to let his or her own insurance company know if there is an impending claim should you have insufficient coverage. It is correct that you do not have to disclose the information, but doing so would likely avoid you being sued to obtain the information. Once suit is filed against you, you will be asked to answer mandatory questions about your insurance coverage.
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Contact & Map
Lewis Injury
Sacramento Office
3626 Fair Oaks Blvd
#100B
Sacramento, CA 95864
Telephone: (916) 378-8878
Monday: 9 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Tuesday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Notice: Video conference (Zoom) meetings are also available.