Joseph Powell McClelland
About Joseph
Biography
Representing clients who have credit reporting errors such as being <a href="">mistakenly reported as dead</a>, mixed credit files, identity theft, and regular credit errors. We also can assist with motorcycle accidents, tractor-trailer accidents, and pedestrian injuries..
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
25 years | 20 cases
19 years | 20 cases
10 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
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Licensed in Georgia for 23 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 25 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Joseph P. McClelland, LLC
545 N. McDonough Street, Suite 210, Decatur, GA, 30030
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Joseph Powell McClelland's Reviews
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9 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews
Posted by John | February 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection
Deceased
I was reported deceased by all thre credit agencies . Never thought you could sue for that and we did. The average pay out was over 30k . All three Seattle’s before trial. McCleland was in contact through out the whole ordeal lasting over two years . Highly recommended
Posted by Karen | February 11, 2022 | Credit Repair
Very good lawyer
Joseph McClelland is a responsive and caring lawyer. I inquired about his services with regard to an issue I was having with the three credit reporting agencies. Ultimately, I did not need his services as I was able to resolve the issue on my own. However, in the time it required to get it resolve...
Posted by anonymous | October 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Car Accidents
I would like to think Mr McClelland for all the hard work he has put in for me, an in my time of need, do to my accident. He is a very qualified lawyer and very professional,If i had to hire him again i would. ty
Posted by anonymous | October 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney
great lawyer
One of the things i liked about Mr. McClelland is ,He will set and listen to you with out any judgement, Mr McClelland is a great lawyer . i would hire him if i ever needed him again..---I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS LAWYER For any of your needs, If you want a lawyer with a big heart. Mr McClelland is the ...
Posted by james | October 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Last Will and Testament
Mr McClelland did a great job doing my Last Will and Testament , i would recommend him for any of your final needs. He was very caring about my needs and wishes
Joseph Powell McClelland's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Mr. McClelland. Having seen him in action, I was impressed by Mr. McClelland's confidence and poise in the court room."
"I endorse this lawyer. Joseph and I attended the National Institute of Trial Advocacy. I could tell right away that he was made for the courtroom. His presence, presentation in the courtroom are excellent."
"Joseph McClelland is a thoughtful and insightful attorney."
"I endorse Joseph. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Designation Advocate, National Institute for Trial Advocacy
2015
Building Trial Practice Skills - Seattle, National Institute for Trial Advocacy
2000
Certificate of International Comparative Law, Loyola New Orleans School of Law
2000
Certificate of European Law, Tulane University School of Law
1999
Certificate in Russian Law, San Diego School of Law
Work Experience
2003 - Present
Managing Partner, Law Firm of Joseph P. McClelland, LLC
2008 - 2008
Attorney, Fears, Turner & Lawrence
2002 - 2003
Attorney, Jackson & Hardwick
2001 - 2002
Attorney, King & Spalding
1998 - 2000
Internship, Center For Human Rights Russia
Associations
2016 - Present
Northern District Georgia Federal CourtMember
2015 - Present
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember
2015 - Present
Towaliga Circuit Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Middle District Georgia Federal CourtMember
2003 - Present
American Bar Association, Real Property, Probate and TrustsMember
2002 - Present
New York City Bar Associationmember
2002 - Present
Georgia Bar Foundationmember
Sample of Legal Cases
Motion Denied
$125,000
Education
2000
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2006
Easy Real Estate Closings
2006
Simple Real Estate Closings
Publications
2016
2016
2016
2010
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers