Jim Schratz & Associates is a boutique legal and insurance analysis firm specializing in attorney fee audits and insurance claims consulting. With more than 40 years of combined experience, the firm stands out for its unique dual expertise in both legal billing practices and insurance industry standards, offering nationwide services from its base in Sonoma, California.
The firm leverages its founder’s background as a former insurance executive and attorney to deliver in-depth, comprehensive analysis for clients across 29 states. It serves law firms, insurance carriers, and insureds, providing risk-free audit services and expert testimony grounded in real-world claims handling and legal billing experience. Jim Schratz has authored over 35 publications on topics ranging from winning fee petitions to avoiding questionable billing practices.
Services Offered
- Attorney referral service
- Legal fee audits
- Insurance claims handling consulting
- Expert witness testimony
- Insurance bad faith consulting
- Representation of law firms in fee disputes
- Trial monitoring services
- Billing guideline analysis
- No-risk audit assessments
Jim Schratz & Associates offers nationwide coverage, having been retained by clients from coast to coast. The firm is known for its publications and success in high-exposure cases, reinforcing its authority in legal cost management and insurance claims resolution.
