Atty. James Michael Bergener

Atty. James Michael Bergener

"Sweet" James Bergener set out to create a different kind of law firm — one built around helping you recover from your injuries and get the maximum possible compensation. As managing attorney and founding principal of Sweet James Accident Attorneys, James has secured millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements.

Newport Beach Newport Beach 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About James Michael Bergener at a glance

James Michael Bergener is a Principal based in Newport Beach, California, practicing at Sweet James Accident Attorneys. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, and motorcycle. Admitted to practice in California (2003) and Arizona (2010). Educated at Whittier College School of Law (J.D., 2002) and University of Utah B.A. English (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Newport Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • "Sweet" James Bergener set out to create a different kind of law firm — one built around helping you recover from your injuries and get the maximum possible compensation
  • As managing attorney and founding principal of Sweet James Accident Attorneys, James has secured millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements
  • His career is dedicated to helping anyone who has been injured because of someone else’s negligence
  • From seemingly simple claims to the most complex cases, Sweet James will make sure you get the justice you deserve
  • Mr. Bergener is a member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, one of the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the United States
  • The forum makes up less than 1 percent of lawyers in the United States

Practice Areas Explained

James Michael Bergener's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

James Michael Bergener is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in California →

Truck Accidents

James Michael Bergener is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in California →

Wrongful Death

James Michael Bergener is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in California →

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 Michael Bergener is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Motorcycle Accidents

James Michael Bergener is one of 11,237 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Michael Bergener

Where is James Michael Bergener's law office located?
James Michael Bergener's law practice is located in Newport Beach, California. The firm is Sweet James Accident Attorneys. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Michael Bergener handle?
James Michael Bergener focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, motorcycle. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Michael Bergener practiced law?
James Michael Bergener has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did James Michael Bergener go to law school?
James Michael Bergener earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (—).
How can I contact James Michael Bergener for a consultation?
You can contact James Michael Bergener 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 Michael Bergener received?
James Michael Bergener's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Whittier College School of Law
- 2002
University of Utah B.A. English
- In Progress

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2003
Arizona
Admitted: 2010

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