Atty. Randy Wayne James

Atty. Randy Wayne James

Randy Wayne James is a lawyer practicing personal injury, defective products, dangerous drugs and 3 other areas of law. Randy received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri-Kansas in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Kansas City Kansas City 44 Years Experience 44 year
Call (816) 548-1825

Profile Summary

About Randy Wayne James at a glance

Randy Wayne James is an Of Counsel based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Nash & Franciskato Law Firm. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1982), U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri (1982), Kansas (1988), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan (2003). Educated at University of Missouri-Kansas (J.D., 1982) and University of Missouri-Kansas (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Randy Wayne James is a lawyer practicing personal injury, defective products, dangerous drugs and 3 other areas of law
  • Randy received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri-Kansas in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Randy practices at Nash & Franciskato Law Firm in Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Randy Wayne James's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

Randy Wayne James is one of 28,053 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death 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.

Randy Wayne James is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →

Product Liability

Randy Wayne James is one of 60,257 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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 Kansas City 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 venue, 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 Randy Wayne James

Where is Randy Wayne James's law office located?
Randy Wayne James's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is Nash & Franciskato Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Randy Wayne James handle?
Randy Wayne James focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Randy Wayne James practiced law?
Randy Wayne James has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Randy Wayne James go to law school?
Randy Wayne James earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Randy Wayne James for a consultation?
You can contact Randy Wayne James 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 Randy Wayne James received?
Randy Wayne James's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri-Kansas
- 1982
B.A.
University of Missouri-Kansas
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri
Admitted: 1982
Kansas
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 2004

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