Laura Ramos James

As the visionary founder and sole owner of Ramos James Law, Laura Ramos James has transformed her personal history as an injury survivor into a relentless mission for justice. This unique perspective fuels her work as one of the most recognized attorneys in Texas, where she serves as a fierce advocate for those who cannot speak for themselves while empowering others to find their own voices. Her impact was notably recognized by Austin Woman Magazine, which named her a “Changemaker” in 2026. Laura’s professional trajectory is marked by elite distinctions. A mainstay on the Super Lawyers™ list since 2020, she has earned prestigious spots on the Up-and-Coming 100: Texas Rising Stars and the Up-and-Coming 50: Women Texas Rising Stars for 2023 and 2024. Her prowess in high-stakes litigation is further evidenced by her lifetime membership in the Million and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forums and her recognition as one of America’s Top 100 Attorneys® High Stakes Litigator. Additionally, she holds elite rankings within the National Trial Lawyers Top 100, Top 40 Under 40, National Women Trial Lawyers Top 25, and Trucking Trial Lawyers – Top 10. Beyond the courtroom, Laura is a pillar of the legal and local communities:

• Executive Leadership: She actively shapes the legal landscape through her work on the Executive Committees of the Capital Area Trial Lawyers Association, Texas Trial Lawyers Association, and the Travis County Women Lawyers Association.
• Top-Ranked Excellence: Since 2022, she has been consecutively honored as Austin’s #1 Personal Injury Attorney by Austin Monthly Magazine.
• Community Activism: In 2022, her dedication to service earned her the “Woman Leader of the Year” award from AMHIGA and the “Advocacy and Activism” award from the Latina Foundation.
• Legacy of Empowerment: Her influence on the next generation is cemented by the Latina Foundation’s “Laura Ramos James Poderosa Entrepreneur Award,” which honors Latina entrepreneurs of immigrant descent making significant impacts in Central Texas.

A prolific thought leader, Laura is a two-time Amazon bestselling author, contributing her insights to “Law Moms: Juggling Motherhood, Ambition, and Personal Fulfillment” and “Point Taken: Brilliant Business Advice from Women at the Top.” She is also a sought-after speaker and a frequent guest on premier podcasts, including Powerhouse Lawyers, LawHer, Personal Injury Mastermind, and Lawyer Stories, where she continues to inspire legal professionals nationwide.