James Cardenas

James Cardenas is a seasoned legal professional currently serving as a Partner at Thomas, Thomas & Hafer, LLP since April 2024, focusing on litigation in negligence, product liability, professional liability, and construction matters. Previously, James held the position of Partner at Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP from November 2008 to April 2024, where the specialization included the representation of architects and engineers, alongside managing a caseload of general negligence and product liability cases. Earlier experience includes serving as Of Counsel at Donovan Hatem LLP, a Senior Associate at Hardin, Kundla, McKeon & Poletto, and an Associate at Hurley & Vasios, P.C., with a strong emphasis on professional liability, trial advocacy, and various negligence matters. James holds a Juris Doctor from Rutgers Law School and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Arizona State University.