James Urrutia is the founder and managing attorney of LJU Law Firm in Las Vegas, where he represents individuals and families in high-stakes personal injury, civil rights, wrongful-death, and death-in-custody litigation. His practice centers on holding government entities, detention facilities, corporations, and other powerful institutions accountable when their conduct causes catastrophic harm or loss of life.
Known for rigorous legal research, persuasive motion practice, and a strategic, client-centered approach, James handles complex cases from early investigation through trial and appeal. His recent work reflects a focus on civil-rights claims under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, survival and wrongful-death actions, expert-intensive litigation, and matters that demand both meticulous factual development and a willingness to challenge entrenched systems.
As his practice continues to grow, James is positioned to expand LJU Law Firm’s impact in Nevada and beyond—securing meaningful recoveries for injured clients, advancing accountability in death-in-custody and institutional-misconduct cases, and building a modern litigation practice that combines elite advocacy with thoughtful use of technology and legal innovation. He is also committed to helping clients tell their stories with clarity and dignity, both in the courtroom and when appropriate in the public arena.
Outside his legal practice, James is an entrepreneur and an active student of emerging technology, business systems, fitness, and sports-card collecting.
