James M. Wooten

James M. Wooten
Of Counsel


EDUCATION

• J.D., Cumberland School of Law, 1987
• B.S. Political Science and English, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, 1984
• Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals, Vanderbilt University, 2023


ADMITTED TO PRACTICE

• Alabama State Bar, 1987
• United States District Court for the Northern District of Alabama, 1988
• United States District Court for the Middle District of Alabama, 1995
• United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, 1990
• United States Supreme Court, 1991


ABOUT JIM

In addition to his 39 years of legal experience, Jim has served as a legal educator, teaching property law and appellate practice at Miles Law School and instructing healthcare professionals in legal and forensic principles. His teaching experience reflects his commitment to clarity, precision, and effective advocacy. Upon entering solo practice, he represented individuals and businesses in a wide range of civil matters, including personal injury, medical malpractice, employment discrimination, corporate disputes, and property litigation. His practice has been defined by a hands-on, detail-driven approach—personally investigating claims, working closely with experts, and developing evidence-based strategies to maximize client outcomes. Many of his cases involved actions against Fortune 500 companies and state and Federal agencies. Jim has spoken to groups on topics of disability law and witness preparation.

Jim continues to stay at the forefront of legal practice through his work in artificial intelligence and legal technology, including prompt engineering and evaluation for large language models. This experience enhances his ability to efficiently analyze complex information and leverage modern tools in client representation.


AREAS OF PRACTICE

• Medical Malpractice
• Defective Medical Devices
• Premises Liability
• Contractual and Business Disputes
• Defective Products
• Personal Injury


PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS

• Alabama Association for Justice
• Alabama Lawyers Assistance Program