Atty. Sylvester James

Atty. Sylvester James

Sylvester James is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical malpractice, nursing home negligence and 1 other area of law. Sylvester received a B.A. degree from Rockhurst College in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Kansas City Kansas City 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Sylvester James at a glance

Sylvester James is a Member based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at The Sly James Firm Trial Lawyers, P.C.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, and nursing home. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1983), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri (1983), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri (1983). Educated at University of Minnesota School of Law (J.D., 1983) and Rockhurst College (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Sylvester James is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical malpractice, nursing home negligence and 1 other area of law
  • Sylvester received a B.A. degree from Rockhurst College in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Sylvester practices at The Sly James Firm Trial Lawyers, P.C. in Kansas City, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Sylvester James's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sylvester James 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.

Sylvester James 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.

Sylvester James is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →

Product Liability

Sylvester James is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Missouri →

Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect

Sylvester James is one of 6,002 nursing home attorneys indexed nationally. Browse nursing home 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 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 Sylvester James

Where is Sylvester James's law office located?
Sylvester James's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is The Sly James Firm Trial Lawyers, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sylvester James handle?
Sylvester James focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, nursing home. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Sylvester James practiced law?
Sylvester James has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Sylvester James go to law school?
Sylvester James earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Sylvester James for a consultation?
You can contact Sylvester 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 Sylvester James received?
Sylvester James's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota School of Law
- 1983
B.A.
Rockhurst College
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri
Admitted: 1983

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