Atty. James Raymond Carnes

Atty. James Raymond Carnes

James Raymond Carnes is a lawyer practicing railroad law, insurance, litigation and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from Case Western Reserve University in 1948, and has been licensed for 75 years.

Toledo Toledo 75 yrs experience 75 year
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Profile Summary

About James Raymond Carnes at a glance

James Raymond Carnes is an Attorney based in Toledo, Ohio, practicing at Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP. They have 75+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1951. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in US Court of Military Appeals, US District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1951), Ohio (1998), and Michigan (1999). Educated at Case Western Reserve University (LL.B., 1950) and Case Western Reserve University (B.A., 1948). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Toledo, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Raymond Carnes is a lawyer practicing railroad law, insurance, litigation and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Case Western Reserve University in 1948, and has been licensed for 75 years
  • James practices at Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP in Toledo, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James Raymond Carnes's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James Raymond Carnes is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

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

James Raymond Carnes is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

James Raymond Carnes is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Raymond Carnes

Where is James Raymond Carnes's law office located?
James Raymond Carnes's law practice is located in Toledo, Ohio. The firm is Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Raymond Carnes handle?
James Raymond Carnes focuses on employment, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James Raymond Carnes practiced law?
James Raymond Carnes has 75+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1951.
Where did James Raymond Carnes go to law school?
James Raymond Carnes earned their education at (LL.B., 1950); (B.A., 1948).
How can I contact James Raymond Carnes for a consultation?
You can contact James Raymond Carnes 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 Raymond Carnes received?
James Raymond Carnes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Case Western Reserve University
- 1950
B.A.
Case Western Reserve University
- 1948

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

US Court of Military Appeals, US District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1951
Ohio
Admitted: 1998
Michigan
Admitted: 1999

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