Stewart Law Group

Dallas Based Litigation Firm with a National Presence

Jim Bark

Jim Bark

Determined. Strategic. Calm.

Jim Bark BioDownload

James “Jim” Bark is a seasoned insurance defense attorney with over 35+ years in the field. His lengthy list of credentials proves his maturity and expertise. Jim thoroughly investigates each of his cases to provide the best game plan for his clients. Jim is a talented and capable lawyer that any client would be lucky to have on their bench.

Born and raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Jim earned his law degree from St. Mary’s University School of Law in 1983. Prior to attending law school, Jim earned his degree in Business Administration and Economics from Trinity University. In his free time, he did Trap & Skeet.

Prior to joining Stewart Law Group, Jim was Senior Legal Counsel for Mitchell International. During his time at the company, Jim managed the legal department with full responsibility for internal lawyers and external attorneys. Jim also has experience working as in-house counsel at multiple companies, including Cigna and USAA, handling complex insurance coverage issues, risk transfer, large loss litigation management, mold claims, and auto and property cases. Jim also has had stints at CNA and FairPay as general counsel. He kickstarted his career practicing labor law at Kelly Air Force Base. In his career, Jim has tried over 20 cases to a jury verdict primarily as first chair.

Jim is a talented and capable lawyer that any client would be lucky to have on their bench.

You can contact Jim at 469.607.2300 or by email at jbark@stewartlawgrp.com.

Testimonials

Testimonials

“I worked with Jim for over 10 years. He was very knowledgeable and strategic in his thinking. He was clear and concise in his communications of what he needed and when. He was very easy-going and a pleasure to work with.”

Jim's Background

Jim’s Background

Education

J.D., St. Mary’s University School of Law, 1983

B.A., Trinity University, 1980

  • Business Administration and Economics Major
  • Member of the Trap & Skeet team

Admissions

  • State Bar of Texas
  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas

Prior Experience

  • Of Counsel, Stewart Law Group PLLC
  • Staff Attorney, Labor Law Division, Judge Advocate’s Office
  • Trial Attorney, THORNTON, SUMMERS, BIECHLIN, DUNHAM & BROWN, San Antonio
  • Senior Litigation Associate, CLARK & GAMBLE, San Antonio
  • Managing Attorney – Legal Service Office, CIGNA, San Antonio
  • Senior Litigation Counsel – Central Region Counsel, USAA, San Antonio
  • Senior Litigation Counsel, CNA INSURANCE, Dallas
  • Senior Litigation Counsel, FAIRPAY/MITCHELL INTERNATIONAL, Dallas