About
James Barrett is a Milwaukee attorney at Injury & Disability Law Office of Wisconsin, who represents injured and disabled individuals throughout Wisconsin. His practice focuses on workers’ compensation, Social Security disability, and personal injury law matters. He draws on experience from business and legal settings when addressing the financial and practical consequences of serious injuries. His statewide practice is dedicated exclusively to representing individuals dealing with injuries, disabilities, benefit claims, and related legal disputes.
James graduated magna cum laude from Loras College. He later earned an M.A. from University College Dublin in Ireland. He received his J.D. from Marquette University Law School in Milwaukee. His academic background includes undergraduate, graduate, and legal studies that prepared him for a career representing injured and disabled individuals.
James handles workers’ compensation claims for employees dealing with workplace injuries and disputes over available benefits. His Social Security practice assists individuals seeking disability benefits because medical conditions limit their ability to work. He represents clients in personal injury matters arising from accidents and other incidents as well. His work centers on helping clients understand available legal remedies and pursue compensation or benefits connected to significant injuries and disabilities.
James Barrett is admitted to practice in Wisconsin and maintains a statewide practice. His professional affiliations include the Wisconsin Association of Workers’ Compensation Attorneys, Wisconsin Association for Justice, and State Bar of Wisconsin. He was selected to Rising Stars from 2023 through 2025. His professional background reflects a sustained concentration on workers’ compensation, Social Security disability, and personal injury matters for people facing significant physical and financial challenges.
Law Office Affiliations
- Attorney, Injury & Disability Law Office of Wisconsin
- Member, State Bar of Wisconsin
- Member, Wisconsin Association of Workers’ Compensation Attorneys
- Member, Wisconsin Association for Justice
Licensed State
- Wisconsin
Education
- Marquette University Law School
Juris Doctor (JD) - University College Dublin
Master of Arts (MA) - Loras College
- Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Awards & Badges


- Animal & Dog Bites
- Brain Injury
- Car Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Railroad Accidents
- Slip & Fall Accidents
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Trucking Accidents
- Wrongful Death
- Social Security & Disability
- Workers' Compensation




