James A. Oronoz

James A. Oronoz: Attorney with Oronoz & Ericsson, LLC
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
  • Champion Badge Reviewed
  • Avvo Client Choice
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Biography

James "Jim" Oronoz is a managing partner and dedicated personal injury attorney at the Las Vegas based Oronoz & Ericsson, LLC. He is a strong advocate for people who have been injured or killed because of another person's actions. With over 15 years of experience litigating in Clark County courtrooms, he is also a trial veteran who is unafraid of taking a case to trial, if necessary. This experience was recognized the Martindale-Hubbell organization, which awarded James the AV Peer Reviewed Preeminent Rating for 2012. As a dedicated personal injury attorney, Jim Oronoz understands how critical it is to form a productive and close relationship with clients. This is why he prioritizes transparency and frequent communication with each and every client. He further places heavy emphasis on helping clients truly understand the process before them and the potential impact of all major decisions. When an accident survivor is already faced with a great deal of stress, plain speech can be a significant help. Jim Oronoz has devoted 100% of his practice to litigation. He represents clients who have been wronged due to the negligence of another person or business in Nevada. This includes plaintiff representation involving motor vehicle accidents and other personal injury cases. His insight and experience also extend to toxic torts, insurance bad faith litigation for policyholders, and criminal defense. Experience - District Court - Judge Steven E. Jones, Judicial Law Clerk, 1997 - 1999 - Clark County Public Defender's Office, Deputy Public Defender, 1999 - 2005 Professional Associations and Memberships - CJA - Federal Criminal Justice Act, Panel Member, 2006 - Present - Eighth Judicial District Court, Conflict Panel Attorney, 2006 - Present - City of Henderson Municipal Court, Judge Pro Tem, 2006 - Present - NACDL National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Member - AAJ American Association for Justice, Member Notable Achievements - AV Peer Reviewed Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell, 2012
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Areas of Practice (13)

  • Personal Injury
  • Motor Vehicle Accidents
  • Motorcycle Accidents
  • Pedestrian Injuries
  • Truck Accidents
  • Wrongful Death
  • Premises Liability
  • Products Liability
  • Excessive Use of Force
  • Negligent Security
  • Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Spinal Injury
  • Severe Burns

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of La Verne, La Verne, California, B.A., English, 1994
Law School Attended:
Brigham Young University, J. Reuben Clark Law School, Provo, Utah, J.D., 1997
Year of First Admission:
1998
Admission:
1998, Nevada; 1998, Arizona
Languages:
Spanish and English
Birth Information:
Arcadia, California
ISLN:
914331115

Payment Information

Contingency Fee
33% - 40%
Other Information
Fixed fees available

Peer Reviews

4.7/5.0 (23 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.6/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.7/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.7/5.0

  • Communication

    4.7/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.9/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Government Counsel on 10/30/12 in Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 10/29/12 in Personal Injury

    Jim Oronoz believes that strong trial skills are essential for any successful litigator. Mr. Oronoz honed his trial skills as a criminal defense attorney, winning many high-stakes jury trials along the way. Mr. Oronoz now uses those same trial skil... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 10/29/12 in Criminal Defense

    Jim Oronoz is an excellent trial attorney and has many jury trial victories to prove it. He represents his clients aggressively and professionally and never backs down from a challenge, whether he's representing individuals accused of committing cri... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 10/29/12 in Criminal Defense

    James is always well prepared and is zealous advocate for his clients.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Judge on 10/29/12 in Personal Injury

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Judge on 10/29/12 in Criminal Law

    James Oronoz has appeared before me many times and has always been very prepared and made salient legal arguments.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Judge on 10/29/12 in Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Government Counsel on 10/29/12 in Criminal Law

    Excellent lawyer, always looks out for his clients and provides the best advocacy possible.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 10/26/12 in Criminal Law

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  • 4.8/5.0 Rated by a Government Counsel on 11/27/12 in General Practice

    James Oronoz is an outstanding lawyer with a history of sucessful case resolutions for his clients. He knowledge and tenacity ensure his clients receive outstanding representation.

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Avvo Client Review
5.0/5.0 (11 reviews)
Client Choice Award Client Champion

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Lawyers Client Review
5.0/5.0 (1 review)
Client Champion

Jim is extremely competent and knowledgeable. I would not hesitate to engage his services again, if needed. I have referred him to others who need legal services and I would not do so if I didn't hav...

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