Personal Injury Litigation
Catastrophic injuries, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and burns.
Board-Certified Personal Injury Advocate
Fighting for the injured across West Texas and the Southwest
James Bryce Kennedy, Jr. has been standing up for individuals and families since 1994. From catastrophic injuries and trucking crashes to insurance bad faith, he pairs courtroom experience with compassionate, client-centered guidance.
- Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law (TBLS)
- Serving Texas, Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona & Nevada
- Se habla Español
Why Clients Choose James
- Three decades of trial-tested experience
- No attorney fees unless a recovery is made
- Direct access to your attorney from day one
- Strategic litigation for serious injury cases
Meet James B. Kennedy, Jr.
James is the founder and primary owner of James Kennedy, P.L.L.C. in El Paso, Texas. He is a seasoned trial attorney known for handling complex personal injury, wrongful death, work-related injury, and products liability cases. Licensed in five states and fluent in both English and Spanish, James guides clients through the legal system with skill and empathy.
After graduating cum laude from Texas Tech University School of Law in 1994, James built his career representing injured individuals against powerful corporations and insurance companies. He continues to try cases across the Southwest, drawing on his board certification and deep understanding of catastrophic injury litigation.
In Practice Since
1994
Languages
English & Spanish
Licensed States
TX, NM, CO, AZ, NV
Consultations
Free initial meeting
Focused on Serious Injury & Wrongful Death Cases
James represents people who have suffered life-changing harm because of another's negligence, defective products, or corporate misconduct.
Vehicle & Truck Crashes
18-wheeler, car, motorcycle, bus, and public transportation collisions.
Workplace & Industrial Accidents
Oil and gas, refinery, construction, and other work-related injury claims.
Premises Liability
Unsafe properties, slips and falls, apartment and amusement park injuries.
Defective & Dangerous Products
Product defects, tire failures, and unsafe equipment causing serious harm.
Insurance Bad Faith
Holding insurers accountable when they delay, deny, or underpay valid claims.
Decades of Trial Experience
From his own firm to respected litigation boutiques, James has dedicated his career to building powerful cases on behalf of injured clients.
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2000 – Present
James Kennedy, P.L.L.C.
Founder and lead trial attorney representing injury victims across the Southwest.
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2000 – 2003
Guage & Kennedy, P.L.L.C.
Personal injury attorney focused on complex civil litigation.
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1994 – 2000
Scherr, Legate & Ehrlich, P.L.L.C.
Trial lawyer advocating for plaintiffs in catastrophic injury cases.
"Local, board-certified attorney James B. Kennedy will walk into the courtroom with you and fight for the justice you deserve."
Speak with James todayCredentials & Admissions
James is admitted to practice in multiple state and federal courts, giving clients the flexibility to pursue justice wherever their case leads.
State & Federal Courts
- Texas — 1994
- U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas — 1995
- New Mexico State Courts — 1995
- U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico — 1999
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit — 2000
- Colorado — 2004
- Nevada — 2004
- U.S. District Court, District of Nevada — 2006
- Arizona — 2014
Board Certification
- Texas Board of Legal Specialization — Personal Injury Trial Law (2003)
Education
- Juris Doctor, cum laude Texas Tech University School of Law, 1994
- Bachelor of Arts, Special Honors University of Texas at Austin (History & Government), 1991
A Strategic, Client-First Approach
Hands-On Representation
Clients work directly with James from intake through trial preparation. Every case receives tailored strategy and meticulous attention to detail.
Trial-Ready Preparation
By preparing every file as if it will go before a jury, James positions clients for meaningful settlements and successful verdicts.
Community Commitment
Based in El Paso, James proudly serves West Texas, Southern New Mexico, and communities throughout the Southwest who need a relentless advocate.
Schedule Your Free Consultation
Call today to discuss your case with James. No attorney fees are charged unless a recovery is made for you and your family.
Phone
915-544-5200
Office
6216 Gateway Blvd. East
El Paso, TX 79905
Hours
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Service Areas
Serving clients across West Texas, Southern New Mexico, and select cases in Arizona, Colorado, and Nevada.