James M Luce
877-276-3500
Attorney James Luce grew up on a small farm in southwest Missouri, where he found high school debate rewarding. James continued to argue debate cases through college, winning the Missouri state championship and placing 16th in the United States in 2008. James has used his advocacy skills for international clients in Washington, D.C. and for a British non-profit in Abu Dhabi. In law school, James worked for a government agency and a private practice firm. James particularly enjoys helping individuals navigate through the intricacies of the legal system, and assessing options with clients to achieve optimal results.
Areas of Practice
- 100% Litigation
Litigation Percentage
- 100% of Practice Devoted to Litigation
Bar Admissions
- Missouri
Education
- University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law, Kansas City, Missouri - 2011
- Law Review: UMKC L. Rev., Staff
- William Jewell College, Liberty, Missouri
- Major: Political Science
Published Works
- Case Note: ACLU of N.M. v. Santillanes, The Urban Lawyer
Honors and Awards
- Special Recognition in Pro Bono and Public Service, 2011
- CALI Excellence for the Future Award, 2011
Past Employment Positions
- Van Osdol & Magruder, Law Clerk, 2009 - 2011
- US EPA, Legal Intern, 2009
Fraternities/Sororities
- Delta Theta Phi










