James M. Horne, Jr.

At James Horne Law in Lakewood Ranch, Florida, attorney James M. Horne Jr. is AV Preeminent peer-review rated* through Martindale-Hubbell. Known for his assertive approach in litigation, he focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury and family law. He has guided clients from the start of their cases to trial and appeals in both state and federal courts. Growing up on the Suncoast, he brings local insight to his practice.

Alarmingly, a study by John Hopkins Professor Martin Makary reveals medical errors as the third leading cause of death in the U.S., a situation he finds wholly unacceptable. To address potential malpractice injuries, Mr. Horne offers complimentary investigations alongside a physician. Together with his team of medical professionals, he tackles intricate medical malpractice cases involving sudden unexpected postnatal collapse and diagnostic errors such as MRI misinterpretation, which can lead to severe patient injuries. 

Academically accomplished, Mr. Horne achieved his Bachelor of Business Administration magna cum laude from Florida International University in 2009, majoring in finance and international business. He continued to excel at Florida International University College of Law, graduating cum laude in 2012, and joined The Florida Bar the same year. His law school accomplishments include top grades in Constitutional Law and Business Associations.

A respected member of the legal community, Mr. Horne affiliates with the Florida Justice Association, the Manatee American Inn of Court, the Manatee County Bar Association (MCBA) and the Sarasota County Bar Association. He has led the Young Lawyers Division of the MCBA and served on its board of directors. In 2018, he was honored as a Bennett scholar by The Florida Bar’s Trial Lawyers’ section and participated in the Advanced International Advocacy Course at the University of Oxford in England.

Mr. Horne's commitment extends to pro bono work, earning him the Pro Bono Service Award from Legal Aid of Manasota for aiding domestic violence survivors. His reputation is further bolstered by a “Superb” rating on Avvo.

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