Experienced and Skilled Personal Injury Trial Attorney serving Indianapolis and the entire State of Indiana
James Ludlow is a native of the southern Indiana town of Corydon, and has been a practicing personal injury attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana since 1987. With more than 30 years successfully handling serious injury claims or the families of those wrongfully killed, James understands the various types of injuries that can result from accidents, and how those specific injuries may affect his clients over their lifetime. With this knowledge, he makes sure that the liability insurance company of the person who caused the accident, and if necessary any jury that may hear the case, understands the nature of the injury and its long-term consequences so that his clients receive the compensation they rightfully deserve. While James has never hesitated to try a case if necessary, because of his ability to explain his client’s injuries in an easily understandable fashion, and because liability insurers are aware of his favorable trial results, he is able to achieve a reasonable and fair settlement without the necessity of trial in most cases.
James has distinguished himself from many larger injury law firms by taking a personal, down-to-earth, compassionate and proactive approach with all of his clients. He is passionate about his clients and their concerns, and is dedicated to achieving the best financial result for their cases that is just and reasonable. He is concerned for their recovery as well as their future and it is a priority to him to make sure that his clients receive the best possible medical and legal care. He meets with all prospective clients personally, takes the time to listen to their concerns and working together determines the best strategy for their particular case. He has represented clients who were formerly represented by injury firms who after the contract was signed were never able to speak with the attorney again. They later hired James because he took the time to respond to them. He does not rely on aggressive marketing techniques, or gimmicky billboards with cheesy slogans and “big checks” on them, he relies on his solid reputation and successful track record. One of the greatest complements paid to him is when an insurance adjuster or a physician he has encountered in the course of representing client contacts him when they are in need of representation due to an accident because they thought he did a great job representing his clients.
What also sets James apart from his peers is not only his knowledge of the medical issues that his clients face, but the relationships he has developed with many preeminent medical providers in the Indianapolis area who have treated his clients over the years. He has made it a point to learn about his client’s medical conditions from top orthopedics surgeons, physiatrists, neurosurgeons, radiologists, and pain management specialists. In fact, he has chaired a continuing education event for the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association called “Day with the Doc’s” where is he has invited a number of prominent physicians to educate other attorneys regarding the unique medical issues that are associated with traumatic injuries.
During law school, James displayed the same tenacity that he currently brings to all of his cases in having graduated with Honors from the Indiana University School of Law in Indianapolis. He was raised on a 300 acre working farm by parents who were also full time teachers. He acquired his strong work ethic from the example they set. He was encouraged at an early age to be an independent thinker and stand up for what he felt was right. Even as a young adult he was concerned for the rights of others. Though James began his college education as a music and business major, his destiny was ultimately in the field of law. Besides meeting his future wife Annette, a nursing student, on the campus of ISU some of James fondest college memories were traveling with the Indiana State Sycamore’s basketball band cheering for Larry Bird. The Ludlow’s have two grown children who now live in Manhattan pursuing careers in finance and marketing.
James Ludlow has an excellent reputation not only among his clients, but also among his fellow attorneys as well. Recognizing his abilities and good standing in the legal community, Martindale-Hubbell has awarded James an AV Preeminent rating. This is the highest rating possible for any attorney and is a significant accomplishment. In fact, only 2% of the attorneys in the United States have received a Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rating.
James Ludlow was also selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® every consecutive year since 2011 in the field of personal injury. Since its inception in 1983, Best Lawyers has become regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence. Because Best Lawyers is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey in which more than 39,000 leading attorneys cast almost 3.1 million votes on the legal abilities of other lawyers in their practice areas, and because lawyers are not permitted to pay a fee to be listed, inclusion in Best Lawyers is also considered quite an honor. Corporate Counsel magazine has called Best Lawyers “the most respected referral list of attorneys in practice.” Avvo.com, the world’s largest legal directory, has also awarded James its highest available rating (10.0 Superb).
Education:
Indiana University School of Law – Indianapolis, J.D., cum laude, 1987
Indiana State University, Terre Haute, Indiana, M.B.A., with honors, 1984
Indiana State University, Terre Haute, Indiana, B.S., with honors, 1982
Bar Admissions:
State of Indiana
Courts of Practice:
U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, 1987
Professional Associations:
Indiana State Bar Association
Indianapolis Bar Association
American Association for Justice
Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, Board of Directors
Published Articles
Ethics and Admissibility of Recorded Telephone Conversations, The Verdict
Obtaining a Tortfeasor’s Drug & Alcohol Treatment Records, The Verdict
How to Recover Uncontested Medical Expenses in a Motion for Partial Summary Judgement, The Verdict
Indiana’s Tort Prejudgement Interest – How to Make it Work for Your Client, The Verdict
Admissibility of the Existence of Liability Insurance via the Defendant’s Expert Witness, The Indiana Lawyer
Pro Bono & Community Activities:
Rotary International – former Member of the Board of Directors and Vice President
Dayspring Center – homeless shelter for families with children
Dress for Success – charity which assists with providing appropriate work clothing
Future Promises – charity which assists pregnant high school students finish school
Old Bethel Food Pantry – provides food to needy individuals
Second Helpings – a charity which provides food service training and meals to the needy
Shop with a Cop – assists with police officers shopping with disadvantaged children.
