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James M. Payne

James M. Payne is based in Kenosha and represents injured individuals throughout Southeastern Wisconsin, including Kenosha, Racine, Milwaukee, and Lake Geneva. Prior to joining the firm, he practiced for six years at a Kenosha-area law firm handling personal injury, employment law litigation, and general civil litigation. James is dedicated to advocating for his clients and works closely with them to ensure their concerns are heard while pursuing full and fair compensation for their injuries.

James grew up in Waukesha County and attended Arrowhead High School. A lifelong Wisconsinite and supporter of all things Wisconsin (Go Packers), he now resides in Racine with his wife and two children.

Background & Experience

  • Practiced for six years at a Kenosha-area law firm handling personal injury, employment law litigation, and general civil litigation prior to joining the firm.
  • Law Offices of R.F. Wittmeyer, Ltd. (June 2022 – Present).
  • Articles Editor, Temple Law Review.

Education

  • Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science and Psychology, University of Minnesota
  • Juris Doctor (J.D.), Temple University Beasley School of Law

Bar Admissions

  • State of Wisconsin; Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
  • State of New Jersey
  • United States District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin
  • United States District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin
  • United States District Court for the District of New Jersey

Awards, Recognitions

  • Super Lawyers Rising Star, 2014

Professional Associations

  • Kenosha Bar Association

Practice Areas

  • Personal Injury
  • Employment Law Litigation
  • General Civil Litigation

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Law Offices of RF Wittmeyer, LTD

James M. Payne is based in Kenosha and represents injured individuals throughout Southeastern Wisconsin, including Kenosha, Racine, Milwaukee, and Lake Geneva. Prior to joining the firm, he practiced for six years at a Kenosha-area law firm handling personal injury, employment law litigation, and general civil litigation. James is dedicated to advocating for his clients and works closely with them to ensure their concerns are heard while pursuing full and fair compensation for their injuries.

James grew up in Waukesha County and attended Arrowhead High School. A lifelong Wisconsinite and supporter of all things Wisconsin (Go Packers), he now resides in Racine with his wife and two children.

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