With more than 40 years of experience

Jim Schratz has more than 40 years experience as an attorney and former insurance executive who combines this unique background to provide an in-depth, comprehensive analysis to issues relating to attorneys' fees and insurance Claims Handling.

Jim Schratz Professional Legal Fee Auditor

Extensive Resources and Commitment

Jim Schratz and Associates is a boutique firm located in Sonoma, California, that provides a unique combination of services throughout the country:

  • Full Scale Legal Fee Audits
  • No Risk to the Client
  • No Charge if Audit is not used
  • Insurance bad faith and claims handling
  • Expert Witness Testimony
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Legal Fees or Claims?

Specializing in Legal Fee Audits & Insurance Claim Consulting

PUBLICATIONS

Recent Publications

Trial Monitoring Article

The Value of Trial Monitoring

A recent panel at RIMS Riskworld emphasized using independent claims experts to monitor trials and provide daily feedback. Their insights can help determine whether to settle or proceed to verdict—key guidance for defendants under pressure.

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How to Win a Fee Petition

Whether you're presenting a fee petition or challenging one, something remains constant: You need a complete understanding of billing methods that are thorough, accurate and fair.

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