Atty. Richard Wayne James

Atty. Richard Wayne James

Richard Wayne James is a lawyer practicing personal injury, school law, litigation and 5 other areas of law. Richard received a B.S. degree from York College in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years.

Wichita Wichita 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Wayne James at a glance

Richard Wayne James is a Member based in Wichita, Kansas, practicing at DeVaughn James Injury Lawyers. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on car accidents, personal injury, employment, litigation, and education. Admitted to practice in Kansas (2000) and U.S. District Court, District of Kansas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (2000). Educated at Washburn University of Topeka (J.D., 2000) and York College (B.S., 1997). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Wichita and Kansas Bar Associations. Serands clients in Wichita, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Richard Wayne James is a lawyer practicing personal injury, school law, litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.S. degree from York College in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Richard practices at DeVaughn James Injury Lawyers in Wichita, KS

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Wayne James's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Wayne James 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.

Richard Wayne James is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Kansas →

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.

Richard Wayne James is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Kansas →

Employment Law

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

Richard Wayne James is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Kansas →

Civil Litigation

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

Richard Wayne James is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Kansas →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Richard Wayne James is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Kansas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kansas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard Wayne James

Where is Richard Wayne James's law office located?
Richard Wayne James's law practice is located in Wichita, Kansas. The firm is DeVaughn James Injury Lawyers. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Wayne James handle?
Richard Wayne James focuses on car accidents, personal injury, employment, litigation, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has Richard Wayne James practiced law?
Richard Wayne James has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Richard Wayne James go to law school?
Richard Wayne James earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.S., 1997).
How can I contact Richard Wayne James for a consultation?
You can contact Richard 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 Richard Wayne James received?
Richard Wayne James's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Washburn University of Topeka
- 2000
B.S.
York College
- 1997

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, District of Kansas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 2000

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