Meet James A. Iafrate

Licensed to practice law in Michigan since 1989, attorney James A. Iafrate has been serving clients at the Logeman & Iafrate, P.C., in Ann Arbor, Michigan, for the last 36 years.

Over these years, he has built a commendable legal career focusing on a variety of personal injury cases. His practice areas include handling claims related to auto negligence, no-fault insurance issues, product liability, motorcycle and truck accidents, brain injuries and premises liability. His comprehensive understanding of the nuances in these areas allows him to effectively advocate for the rights of those who have suffered due to the negligence of others.

Mr. Iafrate graduated with a Juris Doctor from Wayne State University Law School in Detroit, Michigan, in 1989 after completing his undergraduate studies in political science at the University of Michigan, where he earned his degree with distinction.

Admitted to the State Bar of Michigan in the same year, he has also been authorized to practice in the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan since 1992 and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit since 1994.

Throughout his career, Mr. Iafrate has been actively involved in several professional associations that underscore his commitment to the legal community. He served as the president of the Washtenaw Trial Lawyers Association from 1997 to 1998 and is a member of the Michigan Association for Justice. He frequently lectures regarding No-fault and personal injury topics including the Institute for Continuing Legal Education. In April of 2025, he lectured regarding the best legal practices for bringing Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist claims in Michigan.

Mr. Iafrate’s approach to law is client-centered, focusing on providing personalized legal representation tailored to the specific needs and circumstances of each client. He is dedicated to securing just compensation for his clients and ensuring that they receive the highest level of legal assistance.

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Education

  • Wayne State University Law School, Detroit, Michigan
    • J.D. - 1989
  • University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan
    • B.A.
    • Honors: With Distinction
    • Major: Political Science

Bar Admissions

  • Michigan, 1989
  • U.S. District Court Eastern District of Michigan, 1992
  • U.S. District Court Western District of Michigan, 1992
  • U.S. Court of Appeals 6th Circuit, 1994

Professional Associations

  • Michigan Trial Lawyers Association, Member
  • Washtenaw Trial Lawyers Association, President, 1997 to 1998
  • Michigan Association for Justice
  • Italian Bar Association

Representative Cases

  • Stines v Auto-Owners Insurance - $1,250,000 verdict in favor of 22 year old driver who sustained a non-surgical disc injury.
  • Watson v Sportsstuff - Multi-Million dollar products liability settlement.
  • Botnar v Michigan Guarantee Fund - Favorable jury verdict with an award of more than $100,000 in no fault benefits and attorney fees.
  • J & J Farmer Leasing, Inc. v. Citizens Ins. Co., 472 Mich 653 (MI Sup Ct 2005) - Insurer found liable for damages in excess of policy limits for bad faith refusal to settle.
  • Braley v Unum, 117 F.3d 1420, CA 6 (Mich) (6th Circuit 1997)
  • Braley v Unum, 696 NW2d 681 (6th Circuit 2005)
  • Consulting Unlimited, Inc. v Auto Club Insurance Assn, Case No. 14-919-NF - Jury verdict in favor of case management company resulting in verdict in the amount of $800,000 which included $414,000 in no-fault attorney fees against AAA for an unreasonable denial of benefits.

Honors

  • Optimist Club

Classes & Seminars

  • April, 2019 – (Speaker)-Allegiance Hospital, 2019 Trauma Grand Rounds, Auto-No Fault Insurance: Understanding the Rules – Optimizing Outcomes for Patients
  • April, 2018 – ICLE No-Fault Seminar (Speaker) – When Fraud May Bar a Claim under the Bahri Decision
  • October, 2015 – American Case Management Conference – Great Lakes Chapter Overview of the Michigan No-Fault System
  • September, 2014 – RINC – Rehabilitation & Insurance Nursing Counsel Conference Proposed Auto No-Fault Insurance under the Bolger Plan
  • March, 2014 – (Speaker) – Allegiance Hospital, 2014 Trauma Education Series, Auto No-Fault Insurance Update
  • September, 2013 – (Speaker) – Cooley Law School, Guest Speaker, Third Party Auto Negligence Claims
  • August, 2013 – (Speaker) – Garden City Hospital Explaining Michigan Auto No-Fault Benefits
  • July, 2013 – (Speaker) – Allegiance Hospital, 2013 Trauma Education Series, Understanding the Michigan No-Fault System
  • June, 2013 – (Speaker) – Providence Hospital, Understanding the Michigan No-Fault System
  • May, 2013 – (Speaker) – St. John Hospital, Understanding the Michigan No-Fault System
  • April, 2013 – (Speaker) – Pontiac Osteopathic Hospital, Understanding the Michigan No-Fault System
  • March, 2013 – (Speaker) – Sparrow Hospital, Understanding the Michigan No-Fault System
  • February, 2013 – (Speaker) – Genesys Hospital, Understanding the Michigan No-Fault System
  • 2008 – ICLE No-Fault Seminar (Speaker) – Fraud as an Exception to the One Year Back Rule When Is Attendant Care Recoverable – Ethical Considerations, St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Ann Arbor, Michigan
  • 2000 – Speaker at Auto Club Ins Assn – Tort Reform – 1996, Lansing, Michigan

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