Borquaye A. Thomas

Borquaye A. Thomas

4.3
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 23 years

Education Lawyer at Decatur, GA
Practice Areas: Education

160 Clairemont Ave, Suite 200, Decatur, GA

About Borquaye

Biography

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 325-325 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
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  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 23 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2002

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

The Teacher's Lawyer, LLC

160 Clairemont Ave, Suite 200, Decatur, GA, 30030

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Borquaye A. Thomas's Reviews

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4.3 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by anonymous | December 21, 2018

I Don't Know About That

I see all of these good reviews on how Mr. Thomas representing others. This did not happened with me and I was told to get him for a situation that was happening with me. He told me he did not want to take my little money. I do believe if I ever had an attorney who truly fought for me I would not be ...experiencing so much hell in the school system. I have yet to find a really good attorney.

Posted by LM | May 24, 2013 | Employment & Labor

The Teacher's Lawyer indeed!

If I had to describe B. A. Thomas in one word, it would be, "fearless." He fought the attorneys for the school district, the hearing officer and even challenged the Superintendent! Had it not been for Mr. Thomas' expertise, I would be out of my teaching job. His staff was friendly and professiona...l and they understand the importance of putting "Client's first." The Teacher's Lawyer is one of a kind.

Posted by anonymous | May 10, 2013 | Education

Thank you again Attorney Thomas!

Mr. Thomas was referred to me by 3 different teachers. He was very professional and knowledgeable about education law and wasn't afraid to fight. I appreciated Mr. Thomas' ability to explain the various steps in the legal process. After my hearing, the Tribunal voted that I should keep my job AND ...backpay!

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Susan McCoy

Education lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. A family member is an educator and she was targeted by a Cobb County school Principal after 10 years of exceptional service and admiration from students and parents. She was given the option of either resigning or being terminated which came with a scarlet letter and unsatisfactory record. She decided to contest the termination which was covered by local media and she hired Mr Thomas. He went the distance for her and while the initial trial went against her despite overwhelming support from the community of parents, students and similarly targeted educators, Mr Thomas still knew of other options. He was able to secure a settlement and clear her record to the best of his ability. She now works in another cointy and was named teacher of the year after being there for three years. He helped her salvage her career and continue being an educator. Well done Mr Thomas."

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Angela Johnson

Education lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Borquaye and worked with him in connection with a number of Education/Administrative law matters for many years. We have been on opposing sides. He has also been a lawyer whom I have turned to for advice on numerous matters. He is extremely knowledgeable and he is a tireless advocate for his clients. For a number of years, he has been one of the foremost advocates for teachers and other professionals facing job termination or sanctions against their licenses. Borquaye has an excellent reputation and his clients are in extremely good hands."

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Honors

2001

Staff Appreciation, UC Berkeley

Work Experience

2002 - 2004

Associate, Williams & Associates

Associations

American Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Woodland v. Richmond Cty Board of Education

State Board reversed the local board's decision to terminate Teacher's employment contract.

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Education

2007

University of California at Los Angeles School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Georgia State School of Law

Ethics in the Legal Field

Languages

English

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