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James Kessel
Biography
James Mick "Jamie" Kessel has dedicated his career to fighting for the rights of Virginians who have been seriously injured or killed because of the negligence of others. He enjoys being in court and believes each and every case should be handled from the beginning as if it were going to be tried before a jury. Jamie is an experienced trial attorney and has handled cases in State and Federal Courts throughout Virginia. His practice focuses on representing accident victims and their families in cases involving: car wrecks; tractor trailer accidents; wrongful deaths; distracted driving; dog bites; and dangerous premises.
Jamie graduated cum laude from West Virginia University and received his law degree from the University of Richmond. Early in his career he worked in defense litigation, giving him insight into how defense lawyers think and how to protect his clients' best interests. Before joining the Allen Law Firm, he spent eight years practicing as a personal injury attorney in Richmond, Virginia and West Virginia.
Jamie is dedicated to serving his legal community and is active in the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association and the American Association for Justice where he served on the New Lawyers Division (NLD) Board of Governors for seven years. He also believes in the importance of helping law students understand the significance of the jury system and frequently volunteers to judge local and national moot court competitions.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Products Liability
Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Contingent Fees
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Intern Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney, Richmond, VA
Year: 2001 - 2001
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Intern Office of Chief Counsel, Internal Revenue Service
Year: 2000 - 2000
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Trial Attorney Allen, Allen, Allen, & Allen, P.C.
Year: 2013 - Current
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Trial Attorney Marks & Harrison
Year: 2005 - 2012
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Trial Attorney James Mick Kessel, Attorney and Counselor at Law
Year: 2005 - 2005
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Associate Attorney and Law Clerk Stout, Howard, Billy & Seli
Year: 2002 - 2005
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Intern Kanawha County Prosecuting Attorney's Office, Charleston, WV
Year: 1999 - 1999
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Professional Associations
West Virginia Association for Justice Former Member (Current)
Public Justice Foundation Member (Current)
American Bar Association Member (Current)
Richmond Bar Association Member (Current)
Henrico County Bar Association Member (Current)
West Virginia State Bar  # 11222 Member (Current)
Virginia Bar Association Member (Current)
American Association for Justice Member (Current)
Southern Trial Lawyers Association Member (Current)
Virginia Trial Lawyers Association Member (Current)
Virginia State Bar  # 51034 Member (Current)
Kanawha County Bar Association Former Member (Current)
Awards
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Peer Rated: 10 out of 10
Avvo.com
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Top 50: Richmond
Virginia Super Lawyers 2015.0
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Top 100: Virginia
Virginia Super Lawyers 2015.0
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NLD Award for Excellence
American Association for Justice 2013.0
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Personal Injury Plaintiff
Virginia Super Lawyers
Note: (2013-Present)
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Rising Star
Virginia Super Lawyers
Note: (Rising Star)
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Legal Elite - Litigation
Virginia Business Magazine
Note: (2010-2015)
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AV Preeminent - Peer Review Rating
Martindale-Hubbell
Note: The Highest Available
Education
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University of Richmond School of Law J.D. (2002) | Law
Year: 1999 - 2002
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West Virginia University B.A. (1999) | Political Science
Year: 1995 - 1999
Honors: Cum Laude
Websites
http://www.allenandallen.com/short-pump-office.html
Short Pump Office Homepage
Allen & Allen - Richmond Office
1809 Staples Mill Road, Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 257-7599