About James
James G. Heckbert: Experienced Personal Injury and Product Liability Attorney in Colorado
James G. Heckbert is a dedicated personal injury and product liability attorney based in Englewood, Colorado. With over four decades of experience, Mr. Heckbert has secured numerous jury verdicts exceeding $1 million, making him a prominent figure in the legal community.
Practice Areas
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
Education and Credentials
Universities: Mr. Heckbert graduated first in his class from Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law, Ada, Ohio, in 1974.
Education: He earned a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from Ohio Northern University's Pettit College of Law in 1973.
Firms
- Burg Simpson Eldredge Hersh & Jardine PC - Current Firm
Affiliations
- Moderator, The Colorado Bar Association's Civil Trial Section (2019-present)
- Lawyer of the Year: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Western Colorado, 2018
- Recognized: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Recognized: Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, Practice Area: Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, The Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Top 100 Attorney, The National Trial Lawyers, AV Preeminent® Rating, Martindale-Hubbell, Best Lawyers® "Lawyer of the Year 2018," Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, Western Colorado, Selected to Colorado Super Lawyers®, 2013-2022, Selected to Best Lawyers® in America, 2014 and 2017-2022
Practice Areas
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs: James G. Heckbert handles a wide range of personal injury cases, including car accidents, slip and falls, workplace injuries, and medical malpractice. His approach is dedicated to providing clients with the highest quality legal representation.
- Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs: He also specializes in product liability cases where faulty or dangerous products have resulted in injuries to consumers. Mr. Heckbert meticulously investigates each case to identify the manufacturer, distributor, and any other parties responsible for negligence.
Awards
- Lawyer of the Year: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Western Colorado (2018)
- Recognized: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Recognized: Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, Practice Area: Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
Professional Philosophy: James G. Heckbert believes in fighting for justice and compensation for his clients who have been wronged by others. His approach is empathetic and focused on achieving positive outcomes through meticulous legal representation.
Mr. Heckbert brings a wealth of experience to each case, ensuring that his clients receive the best possible results. He prides himself on building strong relationships with his clients and providing personalized attention throughout their legal journey.
Education
Professional Affiliations
Awards & Recognition
- Lawyer of the Year: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Western Colorado (2018)
- Recognized: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Recognized: Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Practice Area: Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- Practice Area: Personal Injury Litigation
- Practice Area: Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- Special Focus: Medical Malpractice
- Special Focus: Plaintiffs
- The Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- Top 100 Attorney, The National Trial Lawyers
- AV Preeminent® Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
- Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year 2018,” Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, Western Colorado
- Selected to Colorado Super Lawyers®, 2013-2022
- Selected to Best Lawyers® in America, 2014 and 2017-2022