
James D. Arnold, Jr., Personal Injury Attorney in Tampa, Florida
Over 25 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
AttorneyatMorgan & Morgan
Tampa, FL
Practicing personal injury in Tampa since 2001.
- 25+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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James D. Arnold, Jr. is an attorney based in Tampa, FL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. James has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Tampa, FL
- Experience
- over 25 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury
- Handles Personal Injury matters from Tampa, FL.
- Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About James D. Arnold, Jr.: James D. Arnold, Jr. is an attorney based in Tampa, FL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. James has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
James's practice areas in Tampa
James concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case James handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Tampa, Florida
James takes personal injury matters in Tampa, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before James agrees to represent you.
Biography
James D. Arnold, Jr., personal injury attorney serving Tampa
James D. Arnold, Jr. is an attorney based in Tampa, FL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. James has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. James works from Tampa, Florida and takes on personal injury matters across the region.
James D. Arnold was born in Tampa, Florida, June 21, 1974. He is proud to still live and work in Tampa today, helping Floridians who have been injured. Mr. Arnold knew he wanted to become an attorney at an early age. He obtained a B.A. in Legal Studies at the University of Central Florida before going on to Florida Coastal School of Law, where he obtained his J.D. in 2001. That year, he was admitted to the Florida Bar and served as a Guardian Ad Litem Program Attorney in the 13th Judicial Circuit. Mr. Arnold is part of the Florida Justice Association and the Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers Association.
Recent Wins
Petersen Mathurin v. Flores and Jade & James $7,141,000 Trucking Accident 2025
Abdulhakim, Jennah vs. Mihailescu, Gheorghe and Zekelman Industries, I $3,036,000 Car Accident 2023
Brenda A. Leigh v. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company $800,000 Car Accident 2013
John Deturo v. James P. Hines, Jr. as Personal Representative of the Estate of Svend V. Rasmussen $500,000 Car Accident 2015
Vermerica H. McLean v. Allstate Property and Casualty Insurance Company $227,627 Car Accident 2015
Jessica Dinh v. Katherine Kopstad $79,190 Car Accident 2011
Risse Risse v. Outback/West Florida-II, L.P., a Florida Corporation $44,638 Slip and Fall 2009
James's approach to personal injury cases
James D. Arnold was born in Tampa, Florida, June 21, 1974. He is proud to still live and work in Tampa today, helping Floridians who have been injured. Mr. Arnold knew he wanted to become an attorney at an early age. He obtained a B.A. in Legal Studies at the University of Central Florida before going on to Florida Coastal School of Law, where he obtained his J.D. in 2001. That year, he was…
The kind of cases James takes
James reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Tampa and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Credentials — where James studied and practices
Florida Coastal School of Law
J.D. · 2001
University of Central Florida
B.A. Legal · 1996
Jurisdictions
James's state bar admissions
Florida
2001 · ACTIVE
James studied at J.D. in Florida Coastal School of Law and B.A. Legal in University of Central Florida.
Law school and academic background
James completed J.D. in Florida Coastal School of Law and B.A. Legal in University of Central Florida. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice James runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
James's legal honors and published work
James has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
James's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships: •Florida Justice Association •Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers Association
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Locations
James D. Arnold, Jr.'s office in Tampa
James's primary office is at 4495 South Semoran Boulevard, Tampa, FL, 32807. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of James D. Arnold, Jr. — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of James. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in Tampa.
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1 client review
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How to hire James D. Arnold, Jr. — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with James usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
James charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain James's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; James will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Tampa, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for James
James discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. James confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
James's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about James D. Arnold, Jr.
How much does it cost to hire James for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. James walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does James offer a free consultation?
James charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain James's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check James's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Florida typically take?
Simple personal injury matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. James gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can James take my case if I'm outside Tampa?
James is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — James will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with James?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. James will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is James accepting new personal injury clients right now?
James's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving Tampa, Miami and Orlando in Florida
James handles personal injury matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.
- Tampa9,739 attorneys
- Miami15,918 attorneys
- Orlando7,352 attorneys
- Fort Lauderdale6,726 attorneys
- Jacksonville5,497 attorneys
- Tallahassee4,383 attorneys
- West Palm Beach3,699 attorneys
- Boca Raton3,668 attorneys
- Coral Gables3,397 attorneys
- Naples2,155 attorneys
- St Petersburg2,098 attorneys
- Sarasota1,994 attorneys
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