Atty. Thomas William James
Thomas (Tom) James is a veteran trial attorney at Raitt Law, PLLC, with 20 years of jury trial experience in trucking, auto, criminal and personal injury cases. He won a $14.2 million jury verdict in 2022 against a $25,000 offer.
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Thomas William James is a Trial Attorney based in Southfield, Michigan. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, personal injury, motorcycle, and tbi/sci. Admitted to practice in Michigan (2005) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (2005). Educated at Michigan State University College of Law (J.D., 2005) and San Jose State University (B.S. Golden, 1993). Active member of State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Southfield, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Thomas (Tom) James is a veteran trial attorney at Raitt Law, PLLC, with 20 years of jury trial experience in trucking, auto, criminal and personal injury cases
- He won a $14.2 million jury verdict in 2022 against a $25,000 offer
- Recognized by The Best Lawyers in America, Michigan Super Lawyers, and DBusiness Magazine, Tom is known for meticulous preparation, tireless advocacy, and thinking outside the box
- He also gives back as a frequent speaker, educator, and moderator for bar associations an
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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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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 William James is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Michigan →
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Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Michigan
Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Southfield are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan 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 Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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