Atty. James Howard Whitmer

Atty. James Howard Whitmer

Mr. James Howard Whitmer is a lawyer practicing criminal defense law, personal injury law, workers compensation law.

Gainesville Gainesville 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About James Howard Whitmer at a glance

James Howard Whitmer is a Member based in Gainesville, Georgia, practicing at Whitmer & Law. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in California (1974), U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1975), Georgia (1976), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia (1979). Educated at Western State University (J.D., 1974) and Western State University (B.S.L., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Northeastern-Gainesville and American Bar Associations State Bar of Georgia State Bar of California. Serands clients in Gainesville, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. James Howard Whitmer is a lawyer practicing criminal defense law, personal injury law, workers compensation law
  • James received a B.S.L. degree from Western State University in 1972, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James practices at Whitmer & Law in Gainesville, GA

Practice Areas Explained

James Howard Whitmer's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James Howard Whitmer is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Georgia →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

James Howard Whitmer is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Georgia →

Workers Compensation

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

James Howard Whitmer is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Georgia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Gainesville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia 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 Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Howard Whitmer

Where is James Howard Whitmer's law office located?
James Howard Whitmer's law practice is located in Gainesville, Georgia. The firm is Whitmer & Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Howard Whitmer handle?
James Howard Whitmer focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has James Howard Whitmer practiced law?
James Howard Whitmer has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James Howard Whitmer go to law school?
James Howard Whitmer earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S.L., 1972).
How can I contact James Howard Whitmer for a consultation?
You can contact James Howard Whitmer 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 Howard Whitmer received?
James Howard Whitmer's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Western State University
- 1974
B.S.L.
Western State University
- 1972

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1975
Georgia
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia
Admitted: 1979

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