Joshua Adam Scoggins

Joshua Adam Scoggins

5.0
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 14 years

Land use and zoning Lawyer at Cumming, GA
Practice Areas: Land Use & Zoning, Litigation, Real Estate, Government

202 Tribble Gap Road., Suite 200, Cumming, GA

About Joshua

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 325-525 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 14 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2011

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Underwood Scoggins, LLC

202 Tribble Gap Road., Suite 200, Cumming, GA, 30040

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Joshua Adam Scoggins's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

5 star (7)
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Posted by William/Bobbie | March 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Small County Harassment

We hired 2 different local attorneys to help us with keeping our ESA’s on our property, we were still being harassed by the County’s attorney even after moving to another location. After being referred to Josh Scoggins by a retired attorney in Atlanta all that changed. The case has now been dismissed... because Josh Scoggins took charge. We can now live with our ESA’s without county harassment. We only wish we had found Josh sooner. We wasted a lot of money, time and worry using other attorneys. Highly recommend Josh Scoggins!

Posted by Craig | April 16, 2024 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Straight Shooter

I perceive Josh to be one of the good guys! A defender of the constitutional, inalienable rights of property ownership and will fight to receive highest and best use value for your property!

Posted by Eric | June 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Extremely thorough!

Josh went above and beyond to protect my rights against an overreaching City and solved the problem at the lowest possible level without litigation or even headache. He did a great job of explaining my case to me and listening to my point of view on strategy. I use attorneys for various things regula...rly, and Josh is definitely one that you can turn loose and just show up for your hearing. I have never seen a more prepared attorney, I will use Josh time and time again.

Posted by Doug | April 20, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Great Condemnation Lawyer!

The Georgia DOT was about to condemn my property to widen a road. I hired Josh and he took the time to walk me through the condemnation process. He then reviewed the road plans with me and explained exactly what the DOT was taking. Josh answered every one of my questions and I felt a great sense of r...elief when I left his office after my initial consultation. He really put my mind at ease. Once negotiations started with DOT, Josh had already compiled all of the local sales comps and the DOT’s lawyer knew that Josh was willing to go to court if necsssary to get me the most money for the property that was being condemned. Once it was over Josh had gotten me a settlement of over $800,000!!! Hiring Josh for my condemnation case was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made!

Posted by George | October 8, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Land use lawyer

I hired Josh to litigate a denied zoning from a county government. Also, he assisted in guiding me through the zoning process and finding potential buyers for my property once he successfully secured my zoning. He was also successful in winning cases from surrounding property owners who tried to stop... and delay my zoning. His fees were reasonable and he definitely took a special interest in my case. I would consider Josh one of the top land use lawyers in the state of Georgia, having used previous lawyers from Atlanta with bigger names and reputations. I would with out a doubt use Josh again for any future projects where his skills are needed. I know he has been successful in many cases in the county I live and surrounding counties where land use law is needed to secure, litigate a zoning or selling property.

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Joshua Adam Scoggins's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lauren Giles

Land use and zoning lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Josh is a knowledgeable attorney and a strong representative for his clients. His understanding of local laws in the region is a major benefit to those he represents. He is a skilled negotiator and always works towards what will be most beneficial to his clients."

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Jonathan Beard

Unknown lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Co-worker

"Josh is a fantastic attorney across almost all areas of property law, including land use and zoning matters. Josh has successfully rezoned property in multiple jurisdictions and for several different zoning categories. Additionally, Josh is a very skilled litigator when litigation is required to protect the property rights of his clients."

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Brian Hansford

Land use and zoning lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Co-worker

"Josh is without question one of the finest Land Use and Zoning attorneys in Georgia. Whether your need is rezoning a piece of property, or litigation for a land use matter that has gone awry, Josh is the attorney you want representing you. I have personally witnessed some of the miraculous results he has championed, and I would unequivocally and without hesitation recommend him."

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Kevin McDonough

Land use and zoning lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"Josh is excellent. He is detailed and thorough. His calm demeanor helps assure clients. Calm does not mean passive or not tough. Josh is not afraid to go on the offensive to protect the rights of his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Honors

2010

CALI Award for Administrative Law, Georgia State University

2005

Highest Cumulative GPA - College of Business, University of North Georgia

Work Experience

2025 - Present

Managing Partner, Underwood Scoggins, LLC

2015 - 2025

Partner, Miles Hansford & Tallant, LLC

2011 - 2014

Partner, Lipscomb Johnson, LLP

2006 - 2010

Law Clerk, Lipscomb Johnson, LLP

Associations

2011 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

2011 - Present

Forsyth County Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Condemnation/Eminent Domain Litigation

Successfully negotiated a settlement with the Georgia Department of Transportation for 4 times the original offer totaling $800,000.

Kammerer Real Estate Holdings v. Forsyth County Georgia

Obtained reversal of trial court's decision.

Pedro Pedro Technologias v. Lanier Golf Club, Inc.

Summary judgment granted to my client.

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Education

2010

Georgia State University

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

University of North Georgia

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

2004

Middle Georgia College

Associates Degree

Speaking Engagements

2017

Monthly Sales Agent Meeting

Zoning Law Update

2017

Monthly Agent Sales Meeting

Land Use for the Commercial Real Estate Professional

2016

Public Informational Meeting

Rezoning of Large Scale Mixed Use Development

2013

Public Informational Meeting for Lennar

Rezoning of Large Scale Mixed Use Development

Publications

2017

Georgia Supreme Court Supreme Court Appellate Brief

2016

Georgia Court of Appeals Court of Appeals Briefs

Languages

English

Activity

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