James E. Snodgrass, Personal Injury Attorney in Brookfield, Wisconsin
Over 55 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury, Real Estate, and Workers Comp · 4.2/5 rating from 1 verified client review
AssociateatMcManus & Associates LLC
Brookfield, WI
Practicing personal injury in Brookfield since 1971.
- 55+
- Years practicing
- 4.2 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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James E. Snodgrass is an associate based in Brookfield, WI. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, Real Estate, and Workers Comp. James has over 55 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McManus & Associates LLC. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Brookfield, WI
- Experience
- over 55 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury · Real Estate · Workers Comp
- Handles Personal Injury, Real Estate, and Workers Comp matters from Brookfield, WI.
- Over 55 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About James E. Snodgrass: James E. Snodgrass is an associate based in Brookfield, WI. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, Real Estate, and Workers Comp. James has over 55 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McManus & Associates LLC. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by James E. Snodgrass
James concentrates on personal injury, real estate, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case James handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury
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Workers Comp
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Personal Injury cases in Brookfield, Wisconsin
James takes personal injury matters in Brookfield, Wisconsin. 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.
Real Estate cases in Brookfield, Wisconsin
James takes real estate matters in Brookfield, Wisconsin. 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.
Workers Comp cases in Brookfield, Wisconsin
James takes workers comp matters in Brookfield, Wisconsin. 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
About James E. Snodgrass — Over 55 years of Wisconsin personal injury experience
James E. Snodgrass is an associate based in Brookfield, WI. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, Real Estate, and Workers Comp. James has over 55 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McManus & Associates LLC. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 1 client review.
James E. Snodgrass is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation defense, real estate. James received a B.S. degree from University of Nebraska in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years. James practices at McManus & Associates LLC in Brookfield, WI.
James's approach to personal injury cases
James E. Snodgrass is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation defense, real estate. James received a B.S. degree from University of Nebraska in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years. James practices at McManus & Associates LLC in Brookfield, WI.
The kind of cases James takes
James reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury, real estate, and workers comp matters in Brookfield and the surrounding Wisconsin area.
Credentials
James E. Snodgrass's legal education and bar admissions
University of Nebraska
J.D. · 1971
University of Nebraska
B.S. · 1968
Jurisdictions
James's state bar admissions
Wisconsin
1971 · ACTIVE
James studied at J.D. in University of Nebraska and B.S. in University of Nebraska.
Law school and academic background
James completed J.D. in University of Nebraska and B.S. in University of Nebraska. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice James runs in Wisconsin is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of James E. Snodgrass
James has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Locations
James E. Snodgrass's office in Brookfield
James's primary office is at 20225 Water Tower Blvd., Ste. 100, Brookfield, WI, 53045. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
McManus & Associates LLC
20225 Water Tower Blvd., Ste. 100
Brookfield, WI 53045
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Client reviews of James E. Snodgrass — 4.2/5 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 Brookfield.
4.2
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How to hire James E. Snodgrass — 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 Brookfield, Wisconsin
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 E. Snodgrass
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 Wisconsin 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 Brookfield?
James is licensed in Wisconsin. Matters governed by Wisconsin 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
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