James R. Raines Partner—Baton Rouge Phone: 225.381.8058 Fax: 225.381.8029 jrr@bswllp.com

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James R. Raines is a partner in the Baton Rouge office of Breazeale, Sachse & Wilson, LLP and is a member of the firm's recruiting committee. James attended Harding University, obtaining a degree in Psychology. He received a M.S. in Psychology and a M.M.F.T. in Marriage and Family Therapy from Abilene Christian University, as well as a Certificate in Conflict Mediation and Dispute Resolution. James is a member of all Louisiana courts, both State and Federal.

James practices in the areas of casualty, tort and insurance defense, with an emphasis on workers' compensation matters on behalf of employers, insurers and self-insured funds. He has also handled matters involving mental health law, including interdictions, family law, including complex community property litigation, commercial litigation, premises liability, landlord/tenant law, property law and contested successions.

Education

Paul M. Hebert Law School, Louisiana State University, J.D./B.C.L., 2004

Abilene Christian University, M.S. (Psychology), 2001

Abilene Christian University, Certificate in Conflict Mediation and Dispute Resolution, 2001

Abilene Christian University, M.M.F.T. (Marriage and Family Therapy), 2000

Harding University, B.A. (Psychology),  1997

Admissions

Admitted to practice in all Louisiana State and Federal Courts.

Professional Associations

Family Mediation Council of Louisiana, Inc.

Community Involvement

2012 Baton Rouge Area Chamber Leadership Program

Member of Forum 35

Board Member of Capital Area Community Mediation Center