James Jay Lazzeri, Personal Injury Attorney in Dover, Delaware
Over 49 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury and Workers Comp · 4.4/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
MemberatBarros, McNamara, Malkiewicz & Taylor, P.A.
Dover, DE
Practicing personal injury in Dover since 1977.
- 49+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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James Jay Lazzeri is a member based in Dover, DE. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. James has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barros, McNamara, Malkiewicz & Taylor, P.A.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Dover, DE
- Experience
- over 49 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury · Workers Comp
- Handles Personal Injury and Workers Comp matters from Dover, DE.
- Over 49 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About James Jay Lazzeri: James Jay Lazzeri is a member based in Dover, DE. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. James has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barros, McNamara, Malkiewicz & Taylor, P.A.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters James takes on
James concentrates on personal injury 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 cases in Dover, Delaware
James takes personal injury matters in Dover, Delaware. 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 Dover, Delaware
James takes workers comp matters in Dover, Delaware. 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
Meet James Jay Lazzeri — personal injury lawyer in Dover
James Jay Lazzeri is a member based in Dover, DE. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. James has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barros, McNamara, Malkiewicz & Taylor, P.A.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
James Jay Lazzeri is a lawyer practicing workers' compensation law, personal injury law. James received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years. James practices at Barros, McNamara, Malkiewicz & Taylor, P.A. in Dover, DE.
Working with James on a personal injury matter
James Jay Lazzeri is a lawyer practicing workers' compensation law, personal injury law. James received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years. James practices at Barros, McNamara, Malkiewicz & Taylor, P.A. in Dover, DE.
Who James represents
James reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury and workers comp matters in Dover and the surrounding Delaware area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Villanova University
J.D. · 1976
Swarthmore College
B.A. · 1973
Jurisdictions
James's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania
1977 · ACTIVE
Delaware
1977 · ACTIVE
James studied at J.D. in Villanova University and B.A. in Swarthmore College.
Law school and academic background
James completed J.D. in Villanova University and B.A. in Swarthmore College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice James runs in Delaware is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
James has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
James's professional memberships and bar associations
Kent County (President, 1992-1993) and Delaware State (Vice-President, 1993-1994) Bar Associations
membership
Locations
James Jay Lazzeri's office in Dover
James's primary office is at 2 W. Loockerman St., Dover, DE, 19903. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Barros, McNamara, Malkiewicz & Taylor, P.A.
2 W. Loockerman St.
Dover, DE 19903
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Client reviews of James Jay Lazzeri — 4.4/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
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 Dover.
4.4
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How to hire James Jay Lazzeri — 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 Dover, Delaware
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 Jay Lazzeri
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 Delaware 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 Dover?
James is licensed in Delaware. Matters governed by Delaware 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 Dover, Wilmington and Newark in Delaware
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