Atty. James S. Collins

Atty. James S. Collins

James S. Collins is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical malpractice, torts and 1 other area of law.

St. Louis St. Louis 65 yrs experience 65 year
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Profile Summary

About James S. Collins at a glance

James S. Collins is a Member based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Law Office of James S. Collins. They have 65+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1961. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1961). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 1961) and Washington University (B.S.B.A., 1958). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James S. Collins is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical malpractice, torts and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.S.B.A. degree from Washington University in 1958, and has been licensed for 65 years
  • James practices at Law Office of James S. Collins in St. Louis, MO

Practice Areas Explained

James S. Collins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James S. Collins 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 S. Collins is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Missouri →

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 S. Collins is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 S. Collins is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 St. Louis 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 S. Collins

Where is James S. Collins's law office located?
James S. Collins's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is Law Office of James S. Collins. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James S. Collins handle?
James S. Collins focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has James S. Collins practiced law?
James S. Collins has 65+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1961.
Where did James S. Collins go to law school?
James S. Collins earned their education at (J.D., 1961); (B.S.B.A., 1958).
How can I contact James S. Collins for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James S. Collins received?
James S. Collins's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Washington University
- 1961
B.S.B.A.
Washington University
- 1958

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1961

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