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James Morgan is one of the highly respected founding partners of Lanzone Morgan, LLP, and has dedicated his legal career to fighting for the underdog. James has never represented insurance companies or large corporations. James’ legal career has been committed to representing individuals who have been victims of corporate greed and misconduct.

James is the youngest of eleven children. His father was a career military man. His mother worked at a local school cafeteria and maintained their household. As his family was not wealthy, he learned the value of hard work at an early age and has carried that with him throughout his life. Even as a young child, James has always been driven by a desire to help others and believes that a career in law is the best way to fulfill that calling.

James graduated cum laude from Jacksonville State University in 1991 and went on to graduate magna cum laude from Washburn University School of Law in 1997. James has successfully taken Bar Exams in Arizona, California, Nebraska, Nevada and New Mexico, and is currently licensed to practice law in Arizona, California and Nevada. He is also licensed with the United States District Court, Southern District of California, the United States 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court. James has also served as president of a national organization of attorneys dedicated to suing nursing homes for elder abuse.

Early in his career, James gained invaluable experience working as an attorney for United States District Court judge Warren K. Urbom, and as a law clerk for retired Kansas Supreme Court Justice Harold S. Herd. Before co-founding Lanzone Morgan, LLP in 2008, James’ legal career focused on holding nursing homes and assisted living facilities accountable for injuries and unnecessary deaths of elderly residents. James developed a strong commitment to advocating for the rights of elderly victims. It was at his previous law firm that he met Anthony Lanzone, and together, they formed a partnership aimed at holding long-term care facilities accountable and fighting for the dignity and well-being of elder abuse victims.

With over 20 years of experience litigating elder abuse cases, James is not only recognized for his legal successes but also for the profound impact he has on those around him. His loyalty to his clients, colleagues, and employees is unwavering, and he strives to create an environment where everyone feels valued and heard. Many describe their interactions with James as uplifting, noting how he has a remarkable ability to make each person feel like they are the most important in the room.

James believes that the heart of his work lies in advocating for those who cannot advocate for themselves. He emphasizes the importance of speaking out against wrongdoing, and he recognizes that for many vulnerable individuals, having someone stand up for them can be a matter of life and death. His commitment to fighting for elder abuse victims is a testament to his dedication to justice, compassion, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of everyone around him.