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James C. Brandenburg

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Admission Details

  • 2008, Illinois
  • U.S. District Court,
    Northern District of Illinois,
    Central District of Illinois

Education

  • Chicago-Kent College of Law, Juris Doctor
  • Illinois State University, Bachelor of Science

James C. Brandenburg

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James Brandenburg boasts over a decade of litigation experience, focusing on cases involving medical negligence, nursing home abuse or neglect, automobile accidents, police brutality, unsafe premises, and workplace injuries. His practice also extends to divorce and child custody proceedings. James honed his skills in Chicago for ten years before returning to his roots in Carlinville, Illinois, where he now lives with his wife and two daughters. His commitment to justice and client advocacy has shaped a distinguished career in law. Outside the office, James values quality family time, frequently enjoying vacations and actively supporting his daughters in their sports activities, including basketball, volleyball, and soccer. His personal and professional life reflects a deep dedication to both his clients and his family.

Awards & Recognitions

  • America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys® (2024)

    • Invitation‑only honor limited to the top 100 PI attorneys in each state—fewer than 0.5 percent of all U.S. lawyers.

    • Candidates must devote 50 %+ of their practice to personal injury, catastrophic injury, wrongful death, product liability, and/or medical malpractice.

    • Final selection is data‑driven, weighing litigation experience, major verdicts/settlements, peer reputation, and community impact.

  • Illinois Super Lawyers (2021 – 2024)

    • Chosen four consecutive years.

    • Only the top 5 % of Illinois attorneys earn this Thomson Reuters‑vetted recognition each year.

    • Selection uses a patented multiphase process: statewide lawyer surveys, independent research, and peer reviews by practice area.

  • Illinois Rising Stars (2016 – 2018)

    • Named three consecutive years while still within the Rising Stars eligibility window.

    • Distinction awarded to no more than 2.5 % of Illinois lawyers annually via the same rigorous Super Lawyers methodology.

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