James Beal
Associate
James Beal
Attorney
Attorney
120 South Central Avenue, Suite 160
Saint Louis, MO 63105
P:314-354-8484
M:314-732-1006
James Beal is a civil trial lawyer. He represents individuals and families in personal injury, workers compensation, family law, insurance related matters, and general commercial litigation. James also has an active consumer protection practice, with an emphasis on protecting consumers’ rights under the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act (FDCPA) and state law controlling debt collection and practice.
James has effectively represented clients at trial, in mediation, and through skilled negotiation throughout Missouri and Illinois. He is AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting the highest degree of professional ethics and ability. He is also recognized by Super Lawyers® as a top-rated plaintiffs’ personal injury attorney.
Areas of Practice
- Auto Accidents
- Premises Liability
- Trucking Accidents
- Medical Malpractice
- Professional Malpractice
- Products Liability
- Intentional Torts / Negligent Security
- Workers’ Compensation
- FDCPA and Debt Collection actions for Consumers
- Family Law
- General Commercial Litigation
Bar Admissions
- Missouri, 2006
- Illinois, 2007
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri
- U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois
Education
- Washington University School of Law, St. Louis, MO
- J.D. 2006
- Washington University Journal of Law & Policy, Articles Editor
- Loyola University, Chicago, IL
- B.A. 2006, cum laude
- Martin J. Svaglic Award for Excellence in Literary Studies
Professional Associations and Memberships
- Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys
- National Consumer Law Center
- Missouri Bar Association
- Illinois State Bar Association
Pro Bono Activities
- Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, Volunteer Lawyers Program
Personal Injury Practice Area Links
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