Practice areas: Personal Injury; view more
Licensed in Indiana since: 2016
Education: Valparaiso University School of Law
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James Barth is an attorney at the Pfeifer, Morgan & Stesiak law firm located in South Bend, Indiana. His practice extends to clients across the South Bend Metro, LaPorte County and Northern Indiana. Focusing on personal injury law, his practice areas include motor vehicle accidents, trucking accidents, premises liability and animal bites.
A Magna cum laude graduate of Valparaiso University School of Law in 2016, Mr. Barth brings his legal prowess to the forefront as an advocate for individuals who have suffered injury or loss. His unique background includes serving in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he assisted junior Marines with various challenges, enabling him to connect with his clients on a personal level.
With experience clerking for both Federal and State trial courts, Mr. Barth has acquired valuable insights and courtroom skills. His dedication to his clients is reflected in his "Superb" Avvo rating. Recognized for his outstanding contributions, Mr. Barth has received accolades such as the Top 40 Under 40 Civil Plaintiff award from The National Trial Lawyers in 2020. He has also earned the prestigious 10 Best Client Satisfaction Award from the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys, highlighting his commitment to client advocacy.
Actively engaged in the legal community, Mr. Barth is a member of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association and the Indiana Bar Association. Additionally, he serves as the treasurer for the Porter County Inn of Court, emphasizing his commitment to professional development within the legal field. Through his multifaceted experiences and memberships, Mr. Barth enriches the legal team at Pfeifer, Morgan & Stesiak, contributing a unique perspective to his practice in personal injury law.
Practice areas
Personal Injury - General: PlaintiffFocus areas
Animal Bites, Brain Injury, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury - Plaintiff, Premises Liability - Plaintiff, Slip and Fall, Trucking Accidents, Wrongful Death
- 100% Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff
First Admitted: 2016, Indiana
Professional Webpage: https://www.pilawyers.com/attorney-biographies/james-barth/
Bar / Professional Activity
- Indiana Trial Lawyers Association
- Michigan Bar Admission, 2023
- Treasurer for the Porter County Inns Court
- Indiana Bar Association
Special Licenses / Certifications
- Admitted to Practice Law in the State of Michigan, 2023
Honors
- Recognizing Excellence in Personal Injury Law, Lawyers of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction, 2024
- This award is given to lawyers who have helped advance Indiana law through their success in the courtroom and involvement in the legislative process, shown a commitment to making a positive impact through pro bono work and community service, and demonstrated a high degree professionalism and civility. The award’s namesake, Max Goodwin, is a former president of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA). He displayed a tireless commitment to clients and a practical approach to issues in the legal arena and in life. Barth focuses on personal injury law, specifically motor vehicle accident, premises liability and animal bite cases. Barth has been first or second chair in 25 trials. He also secured a $1.7 million verdict in a bench trial and worked on 21 different appeals. Barth also gives back to the community, volunteering for the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association’s Lawyer of the Day and serving as a board member of the Presbyterian Church of LaPorte. Another significant accomplishment is the argument he made to the Indiana Supreme Court to help preserve dramshop liability cases. The 2024 Max Goodwin Young Lawyer of the Year award is the latest recognition of Barth’s commitment to the legal profession. In 2020, The National Trial Lawyers presented Barth the Top 40 Under 40 Civil Plaintiff award. The American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys presented Mr. Barth with the 10 Best Client Satisfaction Award., Max Goodwin Young Lawyer of the Year, Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, 2024
Other Outstanding Achievements
- ITLA Max Goodwin Young Lawyer of the YearThe award is given to lawyers who have helped advance Indiana law through their success in the courtroom and involvement in the legislative process, shown a commitment to making a positive impact through pro bono work and community service, and demonstrated a high degree professionalism and civility. The award’s namesake, Max Goodwin, is a former president of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA). He displayed a tireless commitment to clients and a practical approach to issues in the legal arena and in life. Barth focuses on personal injury law, specifically motor vehicle accident, premises liability and animal bite cases. Barth has been first or second chair in 25 trials. He also secured a $1.7 million verdict in a bench trial and worked on 21 different appeals. Barth also gives back to the community, volunteering for the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association’s Lawyer of the Day and serving as a board member of the Presbyterian Church of LaPorte. Another significant accomplishment is the argument he made to the Indiana Supreme Court to help preserve dramshop liability cases. The 2024 Max Goodwin Young Lawyer of the Year award is the latest recognition of Barth’s commitment to the legal profession. In 2020, The National Trial Lawyers presented Barth the Top 40 Under 40 Civil Plaintiff award. The American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys presented Mr. Barth with the 10 Best Client Satisfaction Award., 2024
These comments were made by fellow attorneys during the annual nomination process.
“James is an experienced personal injury litigator who has an increasing amount of jury trial experience. He was recently named Best Lawyers Ones to Watch.”
Selections
- Rising Stars: 2023 - 2026
