Atty. James A. Cochrane

Atty. James A. Cochrane

James A. Cochrane is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, general litigation, workers' compensation.

Cape Girardeau Cape Girardeau 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About James A. Cochrane at a glance

James A. Cochrane is a Member based in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, practicing at Bradshaw, Steele, Cochrane, Berens & Billmeyer, L.C.. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1974). Educated at University of Missouri at Kansas City (J.D., 1974) and Southeast Missouri University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Cape Girardeau, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James A. Cochrane is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, general litigation, workers' compensation
  • James received a B.A. degree from Southeast Missouri University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James practices at Bradshaw, Steele, Cochrane, Berens & Billmeyer, L.C. in Cape Girardeau, MO

Practice Areas Explained

James A. Cochrane's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A. Cochrane handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

James A. Cochrane is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Missouri →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

James A. Cochrane is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Missouri →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James A. Cochrane is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Cape Girardeau are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James A. Cochrane

Where is James A. Cochrane's law office located?
James A. Cochrane's law practice is located in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. The firm is Bradshaw, Steele, Cochrane, Berens & Billmeyer, L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A. Cochrane handle?
James A. Cochrane focuses on medical malpractice, workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has James A. Cochrane practiced law?
James A. Cochrane has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James A. Cochrane go to law school?
James A. Cochrane earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact James A. Cochrane for a consultation?
You can contact James A. Cochrane directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James A. Cochrane received?
James A. Cochrane's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri at Kansas City
- 1974
B.A.
Southeast Missouri University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1974

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