
James N. Edmonds, Appellate Attorney in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Over 33 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Insurance, and Personal Injury · 4.6/5 rating from 7 verified client reviews
Of CounselatGladd, Maguire, Allen, Brown, & Wakeman, P.C.
Tulsa, OK
Practicing appellate in Tulsa since 1993.
- 33+
- Years practicing
- 4.6 ★
- 7 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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James N. Edmonds is an of counsel based in Tulsa, OK. The practice focuses on Appellate, Insurance, and Personal Injury. James has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gladd, Maguire, Allen, Brown, & Wakeman, P.C.. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 7 client reviews.
- Based in
- Tulsa, OK
- Experience
- over 33 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Insurance · Personal Injury
- Handles Appellate, Insurance, and Personal Injury matters from Tulsa, OK.
- Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About James N. Edmonds: James N. Edmonds is an of counsel based in Tulsa, OK. The practice focuses on Appellate, Insurance, and Personal Injury. James has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gladd, Maguire, Allen, Brown, & Wakeman, P.C.. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 7 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters James takes on
James concentrates on appellate, insurance, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case James handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Product Liability
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Appellate cases in Tulsa, Oklahoma
James takes appellate matters in Tulsa, Oklahoma. 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.
Insurance cases in Tulsa, Oklahoma
James takes insurance matters in Tulsa, Oklahoma. 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.
Personal Injury cases in Tulsa, Oklahoma
James takes personal injury matters in Tulsa, Oklahoma. 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.
Product Liability cases in Tulsa, Oklahoma
James takes product liability matters in Tulsa, Oklahoma. 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 N. Edmonds — appellate lawyer in Tulsa
James N. Edmonds is an of counsel based in Tulsa, OK. The practice focuses on Appellate, Insurance, and Personal Injury. James has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gladd, Maguire, Allen, Brown, & Wakeman, P.C.. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 7 client reviews.
James N. Edmonds joined the law firm of Atkinson Brittingham in 1993. Mr. Edmonds focuses his practice in the areas of insurance law, insurance bad faith, personal injury, products liability, negligence, employment law, and general litigation. Mr. Edmonds often represents individuals and small businesses on insurance coverage issues and in insurance litigation. His insurance practice includes counseling, negotiation, and litigation involving a full range of insurance issues. As the lead lawyer, Mr. Edmonds has obtained multi-million dollar insurance recoveries for his clients in insurance litigation matters.
Mr. Edmonds has devoted a substantial portion of his practice to the representation of individual plaintiffs in personal injury litigation and insurance bad faith litigation. Together with his partners at Atkinson Brittingham, Mr. Edmonds has been part of a team of attorneys who have recovered over one hundred million dollars in personal injury and bad faith litigation. In 2005, Mr. Edmonds successfully argued the case of Parret v UNICCO Service Co., 2005 OK 54, 127 P.3d 572.
Mr. Edmonds graduated from the University of Kansas School of Law in 1993, where he was selected for the Order of the Coif and the honor society of Phi Kappa Phi. While in law school, he was a member of the Kansas Law Review, serving as assistant editor of the Criminal Procedure Review and a staff member of the Kansas Journal of Law and Public Policy. He received a bachelors degree in political science and a masters degree in philosophy from the University of Kansas. Mr. Edmonds has been with the firm since his graduation from law school.
James's approach to appellate cases
James N. Edmonds joined the law firm of Atkinson Brittingham in 1993. Mr. Edmonds focuses his practice in the areas of insurance law, insurance bad faith, personal injury, products liability, negligence, employment law, and general litigation. Mr. Edmonds often represents individuals and small businesses on insurance coverage issues and in insurance litigation. His insurance practice includes…
The kind of cases James takes
James reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, insurance, and personal injury matters in Tulsa and the surrounding Oklahoma area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Kansas School of Law
J.D. · 1993
University of Kansas
B.A. University · 1987
Jurisdictions
James's state bar admissions
Kansas United States
2019 · ACTIVE
Oklahoma
1993 · ACTIVE
James studied at J.D. in University of Kansas School of Law and B.A. University in University of Kansas.
Law school and academic background
James completed J.D. in University of Kansas School of Law and B.A. University in University of Kansas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice James runs in Oklahoma 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
Tulsa County Bar Association Oklahoma Bar Association American Bar Association
Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section · membership
Locations
James N. Edmonds's office in Tulsa
James's primary office is at 1500 ParkCentre, 525 South Main, Tulsa, OK, 74103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Gladd, Maguire, Allen, Brown, & Wakeman, P.C.
1500 ParkCentre, 525 South Main
Tulsa, OK 74103
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Client reviews of James N. Edmonds — 4.6/5 rating from 7 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 appellate attorneys in Tulsa.
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How to hire James N. Edmonds — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate 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 appellate attorney in Tulsa, Oklahoma
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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 appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about James N. Edmonds
How much does it cost to hire James for a appellate 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 appellate attorneys offer free consults — check James's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Oklahoma typically take?
Simple appellate 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 Tulsa?
James is licensed in Oklahoma. Matters governed by Oklahoma 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 appellate 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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