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James W. Perry
Swanson Law Office
107 N Mitchell
Cadillac, MI 49601
Phone: (231) 775-7725 | Fax: (231) 775-7675
http://www.swansonattorneys.com
Handling Personal Injury & Workers Comp. for 20yrs.
Legal Topic
Personal Injury
Preferred New Clients
Personal Injury, Car Crashes, Workers Compensation.
Sub-Categories
Personal Injury
- Dangerous Property
- Wrongful Death
- Personal Injury Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Truck Accidents
- Construction Site Injuries
- Slip & Fall
- Sports Injuries
- Whiplash
- Felony Auto Accident
- Defamation
- Libel
- Slander
- Assault & Battery
- Child abuse
- Dog Bites & Animal Attacks
- Domestic Violence
- Sexual Assault
- Airplanes
- Buildings
- Mass Transit - Bus, Train, Subway
- Ships & Boats
- Amputation
- Birth Injury
- Burn Injury
- Head/Brain Injury
- Paralysis
Legal Topic
Employment & Labor Relations
Preferred New Clients
Personal Injury, Car Crashes, Workers Compensation.
Sub-Categories
Employment & Labor Relations
- Workers' Compensation
Bar Admissions
MI, Nov 1985
Bar Number: P37927
Other Court Admissions
• All Michigan Courts Federal and State
• Federal 6th Circuit Court of Appeals
• Federal 4th Circuit Court of Appeals
• Federal 7th Circuit Court of Appeals
Association Memberships
Michigan Bar Association.
Continuing Education
Attend Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE) Courses.
Example Cases
Trial of Miller v. Moyle in Houghton County to a successful large jury verdict within a high/low agreement, gag order on amount.
Successful appeal in Kerbersky v. Northern Michigan University settled in seven figures on remand.
Education
Degree:
Juris Doctorate
School:
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
City:
Lansing
State:
MI
Year:
1985
Degree:
Bachelor of Arts
School:
Michigan Technological University
City:
Houghton
State:
MI
Year:
1981
Number of Attorneys
2
State Licensed In
Michigan
Firm Focus and History
I have over 20 years of experience in primarily Personal Injury and Workers Compensation.
Swanson Law office was established by Robert C. Swanson in 1990, and we have been providing outstanding legal service ever since.
Previous Employment Summary
• Sumper and Perry P.C., 1985 to 1996
• Law offices of Andary and Andary P.C., 1996 to 2000
• Jay Trucks and Associates, 2000 to 2007
• Lee Steinberg, 2007 to 2008
• Swanson Law Office, 2009 to Present
Activities and Awards
Argued successfully in front of the Michigan Supreme Court in Kerbersky v. Northern Michigan University.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
It is fine for a client to educate themselves, however, they may miss fine points that only a lawyer would see.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
Only affidavits, as I wish to prepare for the court.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I will not do this.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I enjoy seeking just outcomes in legal situations.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I have over 20 years of personal injury and workers compensation experience with many trials.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
To help the injured against powerful insurance companies.
What do you like best about your career?
Trials, depositions, and motion practice.
Tell us about your law firm:
I have a talented, knowledgeable mentor that is the lead lawyer in the firm. He is available to speak and guide me in my continued employment.
What are your strengths and style?
I am a quiet, deliberate trial attorney and am well-prepared.
Personal Interests:
Family functions and watching my children participate in school activities. I attend church and church functions.
Office Manager/Assistant
Melissa.
Fax
(231) 775-7675
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Will do house calls or hospital calls.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
No.
Hourly Rates
$150.
Free Initial Consultation?
Yes, depends on the facts.
Typical Retainer
No.
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