James A. Yoro

Chain | Cohn | Clark

Bakersfield, CA

40+ Years Experience

Licensed in 3 States

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About James

James A. Yoro was a veteran attorney and 'Of Counsel' at Chain | Cohn | Clark, specializing in workers' compensation. He was a Certified Workers’ Compensation Professional and recognized as one of California's most respected workers' compensation lawyers. He passed away on September 7, 2024.

Licensed States

California U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit

Education

B.S.

University of California, Berkeley

J.D.

UC Berkeley School of Law

Awards & Recognition

Best Lawyers in America

Workers’ Compensation Law - Claimants · 2026

Best Lawyers in America

Workers’ Compensation Law · 2024

Southern California Super Lawyers

2024

Best Lawyers in America

2023

Southern California Super Lawyers

2022

Professional Associations

Kern County Bar AssociationGreater Bakersfield Legal AssistanceCalifornia Applicants’ Attorneys Association Board of GovernorsKern Regional Center Board of DirectorsGreater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Bakersfield Advisory CommitteeCSU Bakersfield Kegley Institute of Ethics BoardFilipino community