James Russell Traut
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James Russell Traut
Biography
James R. Traut is the founding partner of the Traut Firm located in Santa Ana, California. His practice is devoted exclusively to litigation and focuses on helping plaintiffs throughout Southern California in serious personal injury cases involving motor vehicle accidents, including truck, auto, motorcycle and bike accidents, traumatic brain injuries, wrongful death cases, and premises liability. These cases involve brain injuries, spinal injuries, severe fractures, and wrongful death. Mr. Traut also represents clients pursuing legal malpractice claims. His dedication to protecting the rights of those who have been injured by the negligent or wrongful behavior of others has resulted in numerous settlements, arbitration awards, and trial verdicts in excess of $1 million.
In 1972, Mr. Traut obtained his bachelor's degree from the University of California at Los Angeles. He then went on to receive his Juris Doctor from Pepperdine University School of Law in 1976. Mr. Traut is certified by the National Board of Legal Specialty Certification as a Civil Trial Lawyer as well as a Civil Pretrial Practice Lawyer.
In recognition of his superb record and high ethical standards, Mr. Traut has been awarded the AV-Preeminent* rating by Martindale-Hubbell. He has also been named Trial Lawyer of the Year by both the American Board of Trial Advocates and the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association. He is also recognized as a "Best Lawyer" by U.S. News & World Report, as well as Top 100 Trial Lawyers by The National Trial Lawyers.
Outside the courtroom, Mr. Traut furthers his legal advocacy skills through his association with several professional organizations. He is a member of the American Association for Justice, the Consumer Attorneys of California and the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles. Mr. Traut is also a member of the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association, the American Board of Trial Advocates and the National Board of Trial Advocacy.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Legal Malpractice
Products Liability
Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Contingent Fees
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Attorney/Founder Traut Firm
Year: Current
Description:
Professional Associations
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles Member (1990 - Current)
California State Bar # 84839 Member (1978 - Current)
Orange County Trial Lawyers Assn. Member (2004 - Current)
Orange County Bar Assn. (Current)
American Board of Trial Advocates, CAL-ABOTA Associate Member (2000 - Current)
Robert A. Banyard American Inn of Court Member (2012 - Current)
Awards
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Top 100 Lawyer
National Trial Lawyers
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Top Gun Trial Lawyer of the Year
Orange County Trial Lawyers Association 2002.0
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Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers 2019.0
Note: Rated a “Super Lawyer” for the past 15 years.
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AV-rated Preeminent
Martindale Hubbell 2019.0
Note: AV Preeminent Rated in 2016, 2018, 2019
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Best Law Firm, Personal Injury Litigation-Plaintiffs, Tier 1, Orange County
U.S. News & World Report 2017.0
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Trial Lawyer of the Year
Orange County American Board of Trial Advocates 2009.0
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Best Lawyer
U.S. News & World Report 2017.0
Education
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Pepperdine University School of Law J.D. (1976)
Year: 1974 - 1976
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California State University - Long Beach Bachelor's Degree (1972)
Speaking Engagements
Opening Statements, ABOTA Seminar, 2006
Opening Statements, ABOTA Seminar, 2006
Certifications
- Certified Civil Trial Specialist: National Board of Trial Advocacy
Websites
Traut Firm
5 Hutton Centre Dr, Suite 700, Santa Ana, CA 92707
Monday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
(714) 835-5900