James M. Wilson

James M. Wilson has practiced law in Pensacola, Florida, as a litigator in civil cases for over 32 years. He has served as a mediator in civil cases for over 14 years. Mr. Wilson holds an AV rating in Martindale-Hubbell, the highest ranking available for legal abilities and adherence to ethical standards.

While maintaining an active litigation practice, Mr. Wilson has also served as a mediator in a huge number and a wide variety of civil disputes, with a very impressive success rate. Mr. Wilson prides himself on being an "active" mediator, with the ability to discuss cases with the litigants in a way that allows each to see and appreciate the merits and strengths of the other side, to facilitate compromise and settlement.

• University of Alabama, B.A., With Honors, 1971 - Phi Beta Kappa
• University of Alabama, J.D., 1974

Certifications:

• Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer since 1984
• Certified Circuit Court Mediator since 1992

• American Bar Association
• Florida Bar Association
• Alabama Bar Association
• Escambia-Santa Rosa Bar Association
• Florida Supreme Court Standard Jury Instructions Committee (Civil) (1988-1998)
• Past-Chairman, Grievance Committee - 1st Judicial Circuit
• Florida Defense Lawyers Association
• International Association of Defense Counsel
• American Board of Trial Advocates
• American Inns of Court, Pensacola Chapter, Master Emeritus
• American College of Trial Lawyers
• Admitted to practice in all Florida Courts, Alabama Courts, Federal Courts and the U.S. Supreme Court.

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