Atty. Jim Hurley

Atty. Jim Hurley

Jim Hurley decided to become a lawyer to help people. After receiving his undergraduate degree from the University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona, he graduated from Thomas M.

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About Jim Hurley at a glance

Jim Hurley is a Member based in Newport News, Virginia. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1990) and Florida U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1998). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1990) and University of Arizona (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Newport News, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jim Hurley decided to become a lawyer to help people
  • After receiving his undergraduate degree from the University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona, he graduated from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing, Michigan in 1990
  • There, he received his degree Cum Laude and finished 10th in his class of 143 students
  • Mr. Hurley has practiced law since 1991
  • Since 1993, he has helped injured victims of motor vehicle accidents secure the compensation they need to make a full recovery
  • Although he has settled many cases for his clients, he has also had to aggressively litigate many cases in court throughout the State of Virginia
  • At Cooper Hurley - Injury Lawyers, we are firm believers that you must be prepared to take a case to trial to fully protect a client's rights
  • During Mr. Hurley's career, he has tried approximately 100 jury trials and been involved in hundreds of litigation matters that were settled before trial
  • Not only did Mr. Hurley litigate these cases, but he also spent extensive time with his clients to prepare them for trial
  • As a trial lawyer, Mr. Hurley believes one of his most important jobs is to ensure his clients understand the litigation process, so they can effectively and powerfully tell the jury the story of how their injury has changed their life
  • Apart from jury trials, Mr. Hurley has tried hundreds of cases in front of various judges in Virginia, arguing cases in both State and Federal Court
  • Mr. Hurley is an active member of the American Association for Justice, the American Bar Association, the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, the Virginia Beach Bar Association, and the Norfolk Portsmouth Bar Association

Practice Areas Explained

Jim Hurley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jim Hurley 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.

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Truck Accidents

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Medical Malpractice

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

Jim Hurley is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Virginia →

Wrongful Death

Jim Hurley is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Virginia →

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.

Jim Hurley is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jim Hurley

Where is Jim Hurley's law office located?
Jim Hurley's law practice is located in Newport News, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jim Hurley handle?
Jim Hurley focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Jim Hurley practiced law?
Jim Hurley has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Jim Hurley go to law school?
Jim Hurley earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Jim Hurley for a consultation?
You can contact Jim Hurley 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 Jim Hurley received?
Jim Hurley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 1990
B.A.
University of Arizona
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1990
Florida U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1998

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