James Owen Cunningham

Law Offices of James O. Cunningham, P.A.

48 years of experience

Florida

With over four decades of experience advocating for the rights of accident victims, Attorney James O. Cunningham’s name is synonymous with Florida Personal Injury Law. Since 1977, he has tirelessly fought to obtain fair compensation for those injured by the negligent acts of others. This dedication has earned him the reputation as one of Florida’s preeminent personal injury attorneys in the areas of:
• Auto Accidents
• Truck Accidents
• Drunk Driving Accidents
• Dog Bites
• Aviation Accidents
• Boating and Water Craft Accidents
• Construction & Electrical Accidents
• Medical Malpractice
• Motorcycle Accidents
• Nursing Home Neglect
• Premises Liability and Inadequate Security
• Product Liability
• Wrongful Death

Mr. Cunningham’s credentials and certifications are extensive. He is a member of the Florida Bar and is admitted to practice in Florida. He is a graduate of Florida State University College of Law.

Over his extensive legal career, Mr. Cunningham has accumulated numerous certifications, awards and distinctions, including:
• Member of Florida Super Lawyers, placing him in the top five percent of all Florida registered attorneys
• Recognized by Law Dragon 3000 as one of the Leading Plaintiff Lawyers in America, placing him in the elite one half of one percent of the nation’s legal profession
• Recognized by Martindale-Hubbell as among the Bar Register of Preeminent Personal Injury Lawyers
• A Life Member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocated Forum, in recognition of the millions of dollars in compensation he has recovered for accident victims
• Winner of the Avvo Clients Choice Award for Personal Injury
• Certified by the Florida Bar as a Civil Trial Specialist
• Board certified as a Civil Trial Advocate with the National Board of Trial Advocates
• National Board of Legal Specialty Certification

Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Nursing Home Abuse
Medical Malpractice
Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
Products Liability
Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Contingent Fees
Florida
Since 1977
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Languages

  • English:
    Spoken, Written
  • Spanish:
    Spoken, Written

Adjunct Professor of Law
Barry University School of Law
2010 –

Current

Managing Partner
Law Offices of James O. Cunningham, P.A.
2005 –

Current

Partner
Billings, Cunningham, Morgan & Boatwright P.A.
1999 –

2005

Partner
Billings, Cunningham & Morgan P.A.
1994 –

1999

Managing Partner
Cunningham & Morgan P.A.
1992 –

1994

Managing Partner
Billings & Cunningham P.A.
1990 –

1992

Managing Partner
Billings, Cunningham & Mitchell P.A.
1987 –

1989

Partner
Billings & Cunningham P.A.
1985 –

1987

Partner
Billings, Morgan & Cunningham P.A.
1981 –

1985

Associate
Billings, Durie & Morgan P.A.
1980 –

1981

Associate
Billings & Durie P.A.
1979 –

1980

Associate
Fisher & Matthews P.A.
1977 –

1979

Reformed Theological Seminary
M.A.B.S

2003

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Florida State University College of Law
J.D. | Law

1977

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Florida State University College of Business
B.S.

1973

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Rollins College
M.S.M

1975

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2023 Florida Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
2023
2022 Florida Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
2022
2021 Florida Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
2021
2020 Florida Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
2020
2019 Florida Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
2019

2018 Florida Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
2018
2017 Florida Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
2017
2016 Florida Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
2016
Leading Plaintiff Lawyers in America
Law Dragon 3000
2015
2015 Florida Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
2015
2014 Florida Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
2014
2013 Florida Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
2013
2012 Florida Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
2012
Leading Plaintiff Lawyers in America
Law Dragon 3000
2011
2011 Florida Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
2011
2010 Florida Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
2010
Leading Plaintiff’s Lawyers in America
Law Dragon 3000
2010
Florida’s Legal Elite
Florida Trend Magazine
2010
2009 Florida Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
2009
Leading Plaintiff’s Lawyers in America
Law Dragon 3000
2009
Florida’s Legal Elite
Florida Trend Magazine
2009
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers
Martindale-Hubbell
1987
AV Rating
Martindale-Hubbell
1987
Multi Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Multi Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Florida Medical Malpractice Joint Underwriting Association

Board of Governors
Current
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American Association for Justice

Member
Current
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Florida Justice Association

Member
Current
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American Board of Trial Advocates (Central Florida chapter)

Charter Member
1989 –
Current
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Wisconsin State Bar

Inactive
1985 –
Current
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Florida State Bar

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Member
1977 –
Current
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National Business Institute: Continuing Legal Education for Professionals

Advanced Personal Injury: Mastering Your Practice
2008
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American Board of Trial Advocates

National Board of Directors
1999 –
2005
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American Board of Trial Advocates (Central Florida chapter)

Chapter President
1996
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FSU College of Law Alumni Association

Board of Directors
1987 –
1996
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Websites & Blogs

Website
Website
Website
Orlando Auto Accident Lawyers
Blog
Orlando Accident & Injury Blog

Law Offices of James O. Cunningham, P.A.
500 Delaney Avenue
#404
Orlando, FL 32801
US
Telephone: (407) 425-2000
Fax: (407) 843-8274
Monday: 8:30 AM – 5 PM (Today)
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Free Consultation
James Owen Cunningham

(407) 425-2000