James was born and raised in Green Bay, Wisconsin. He obtained his B.S. in Political Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2009 and earned his J.D. from Marquette University Law School in 2015. At Marquette, James qualified for membership in the Pro Bono Honor Society, in addition to his law clerk responsibilities with a Milwaukee-based firm.
Prior to joining Brian Hodgkiss Injury Lawyers, James gained extensive experience in different capacities working for both creditors’ and consumers’ rights firms, working his way up to a Wisconsin Managing Attorney. He also practiced insurance defense, including complex medical malpractice and personal injury cases. James is well-versed in numerous civil litigation case types and is a zealous advocate for his clients.
Outside of work, James enjoys spending time with family and friends, enjoying the outdoors, and cheering on Wisconsin’s sports teams (Go Pack Go!).