Atty. Thomas Earl James

Atty. Thomas Earl James

Mr. Thomas Earl James is a lawyer practicing personal injury, abuse and neglect, wrongful death and 6 other areas of law.

Birmingham Birmingham 29 yrs experience 29 year
Call (659) 272-1916 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Thomas Earl James at a glance

Thomas Earl James is a Founder and Principal Attorney based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Tommy James Law. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on truck accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, and health care. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1997) and U.S. District Court, Middle and Northern Districts of Alabama (1997). Educated at University of Alabama (J.D., 1997) and Auburn University (B.A., 1993). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Jefferson County and Montgomery County Bar Associations Alabama State Bar Alabama Trial Lawyers Association American Association for Justice. Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Thomas Earl James is a lawyer practicing personal injury, abuse and neglect, wrongful death and 6 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Auburn University in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Thomas practices at Tommy James Law in Birmingham, AL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Earl James's Areas of Practice

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

Truck Accidents

Thomas Earl James is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Alabama →

Wrongful Death

Thomas Earl James is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Alabama →

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.

Thomas Earl James is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Alabama →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

Thomas Earl James is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Alabama →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Earl James

Where is Thomas Earl James's law office located?
Thomas Earl James's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The firm is Tommy James Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Earl James handle?
Thomas Earl James focuses on truck accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has Thomas Earl James practiced law?
Thomas Earl James has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Thomas Earl James go to law school?
Thomas Earl James earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Thomas Earl James for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Earl 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 Thomas Earl James received?
Thomas Earl James's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Alabama
- 1997
B.A.
Auburn University
- 1993

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Middle and Northern Districts of Alabama
Admitted: 1997

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