Jim Lanier
James A. Lanier, Esq. – Partner
Jim Lanier is a personal injury and workers’ compensation lawyer with Warnken, LLC. He is a partner with the firm. His practice focuses on workers’ comp claims, serious workplace injuries, and personal injury cases. He has advocated for his clients at all levels of the Maryland federal and state judicial systems. He received his law degree from the University of Baltimore in 1997 and his undergraduate degree from Towson University, having also attended Loyola Marymount University. He is licensed in the Maryland State and Federal Bars.
Jim has previously been recognized for being a top workers’ compensation attorney in Maryland. Jim spent years handling workers’ compensation defense at a large Baltimore defense firm, before spending 12 years as the attorney in charge of the workers’ compensation practice at another Baltimore personal injury firm.
Mr. Lanier is a member of the Maryland Association for Justice (MAJ) and is a past Co-Chair of the workers’ compensation section. In addition to the MAJ, he is a member of the Maryland State Bar Association (MSBA) and is on the Council for the Negligence, Insurance & Workers’ Compensation Section and is a member of the Peer Review Committee for the Attorney Grievance Commission of Maryland. He is also a member of the Workers’ Injury Law & Advocacy Group (WILG), the St. Thomas More Society of Maryland, and the Carroll County Bar Association. He has written legal articles on various topics, mostly involving Maryland workers’ compensation law. He has organized and/or spoke at workers’ compensation panel discussions for the MSBA’s Negligence, Insurance, and Workers’ Compensation Section, the Maryland Workers’ Compensation Education Association (MWCEA), and the MAJ. Mr. Lanier is married with four children and is involved as a leader and trainer with the Baltimore Council of the Boy Scouts of America and as a leader with the American Heritage Girls.
Very Professional Law Group. Mr. Jim Lanier and his staff made my experience very easy, everything that he said would or should happen,did.
Great Law Firm!!!
Welford Pollard – Google Reviews
I had a heriffic accident at work. I broke my back in 3 places, TBI, concussion, broken ribs and many other issues.
I had multiple surgery’s, therapy, rehab, and doctors appointments that I needed to get approval for. It was so unbelievable and frustrating dealing with the insurance company
It took many phone calls and sitting on hold ALOT.
Jim Lanier was recommended to me by a great friend. I was in a hospital bed in my home for over a year. I called Jim Lanier llc. and he actually came to see me at my house. We talked a long time with Jim explaining every aspect of the workers comp system, the insurance companies process and the court system. He told me call him with any issues or questions I may have. When Jim left my house I knew exactly what I should expect. He was SPOT ON. JIM was a God send. He was on Top of every situation. Because of Jim, I was able to put my full attention to just healing physically and emotionally. My very painful Journey over the last 3.5 years happened just the way he said it would. I was able to get well enough to get back to work, when the doctor’s said I would be lucky to even walk. Thank you Jim for everything you did to give me the ability to get my life back.
Steve Schroeder – Google Reviews
I had a very good experience with my attorney Jim Lanier at Warnken, LLC. He was very easy to work with and very professional and friendly. Jim never hesitated to offer me advice and answer all my questions in a timely manner. I highly recommend Jim if you ever need an experienced worker’s Comp attorney.
Beth Smith – Google Reviews
It was a pleasure having Jim Lanier as my lawyer. He is easy to speak with, patient, knowledgeable, and his turn around time is extremely fast. He takes the time to listen to each and every issue you are going through. The first time I met him I was upset and didn’t know what to do. After listening to me he explained the process efficiently and clearly with empathy. Every time I had a question throughout the two years, I felt I was being annoying. He would put me at ease right away and when I hung up the phone or got a returned email, I felt so much better and didn’t feel stupid for asking the question. When we had to go to court he explained EXACTLY what I was going to go through down to all the questions I was going to be asked in court. He was well prepared and he prepared me so well. After court, while waiting for the result, I truly thought I froze in court and blew it. He could see my reaction and took the time to put me right as ease. Finally, Mr. Lanier’s turn around time to get back to me was always right away. I never felt like “When is he going to get back to me!” Mr. Lanier and his staff are hard working, extremely good at their job, and funny. Their sense of humor throughout the process makes it go so much easier. I would recommend to anyone who needs a lawyer.
Nancy Brajevich – Google Reviews
Jim Lanier and Warnken LLC are amazing in every way! Jim is kind, understanding, compassionate and extremely knowledgeable. His expertise in the area of Workers Comp claims is unparalleled. Anyone experiencing the unfortunate circumstance of needing Worker’s Comp representation could feel incredibly confident with Jim on your side. Jim is truly a great asset in the complicated world of Workers Comp claims! Thank you Jim!
Jason Lybbert – Google Reviews
I hired James Lanier after my injury; he took take care everything from responding to the insurance company’s, case mangers, and doctors which made me feel like my health was a top priority. James worked with all parties involved to get the maximum settlement, which was very satisfying. Highly recommend!
Larry Neibert – Google Reviews
