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also known as Jim Feagle, James M. Feagle
James M. "Jim" Feagle is a dedicated consumer advocate who has battled big businesses that have violated the rights of the little guy for over two decades. He is a long time member of the National Association of Consumer Advocates and a charter member of the Consumer Law Section of the State Bar of Georgia. He is equally skilled at both consumer defense work and bringing offensive actions to recover damages for agreieved consumers. He has defended many thousands of debt collection actions in Georgia State Courts during his career and he has also filed and litigated more than 1000 federal lawsuits with particular expertise and interest in litigating both individual and class action claims arising under the federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act, and the federal Telephone Consumer Protection Act.
Jim has been a fixture in the Georgia and National Consumer protection legal environment for decades. He is respected by his peers on both sides of the bar and has frequently taught continuing legal education to other attorneys on the topics of the FDCPA and the FCRA. He is a strong supporter of Georgia Legal Services and other state and local volunteer legal services. He is generous with his time to those in need of consumer financial advise and always offers free consultations to see if his firm is a good fit for a particular issue.
Jim grew up in Decatur and graduated from Emory University in 1988 with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy. He received his law degree in 1991 from Georgia State University College of Law. Jim is admitted to all the State Courts of Georgia and numerous federal courts.
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2374 Main Street, Suite B, Tucker, GA, 30084
133 Mirramont Lake Dr, Woodstock, GA, 30189
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Posted by David | December 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Absolutely Top Notch. Dedicated. Determined. Fair. Empathizes. Will Call Jim Again If Needed Without Hesitation Whatsoever.. .
If you are deeply in debt, been sued by creditors, or just aren’t satisfied with how your current “debt resolution” lawyer is handling your case, Jim Feagle is hands down the lawyer to have on your side. Don’t waste your time going around in circles like I did paying hundreds to lawyers, or what appe...
Posted by Neil | July 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection
Diligent, informative and successfull
I had 2 debt law suits against me, Jim worked with me to settle one at a considerable reduction and the other written off. He was very clear from the onset on what was and was not possible and kept me informed of every step. Jim worked with me to arrange a payment plan to pay for his services and his...
Posted by anonymous | October 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
The very best at what he does!!!
I had a legal issue with Skaar & Feagle which was worked out with the utmost professionalism in the industry. Since then, I have referred several people to them and all have received the same experience with 100% results in their favor. Jim Feagle is an amazing attorney and will definitely fight fo...
Posted by Paul | May 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Trustworthy, Dedicated, Expert legal representation
Jim and his associate, Cliff, represented me in a recent matter. From my first contact with them via telephone, I knew I was in good hands. Jim spent lots of time on the phone with me to learn the details of my case, explain all my options, and to provide his best guesses as to the likelihood of va...
Posted by anonymous | December 29, 2013 | Debt Collection
I can't recommend enough!!
Jim has great knowledge in debt collections and creditor harassment laws. He took on two separate cases for me on the same day, one of which was literally in a time crunch as a court deadline was 2 days away. Jim spent a good amount of time on the phone with me going over options and payment struct...
"Jim Feagle is an excellent attorney and a true advocate for individuals who have been victims of erroneous credit and background reports."
"James Feagle and his partner Kris Skaar are the people to go to for people who need to sue abusive debt collectors and telemarketers. They take such cases with no money down, and do a good job for their clients. Mr. Feagle's many years of experience are reflected in his superior courtroom performance."
"I gladly endorse Jim Feagle. His published Avvo.com answers are precise and correct every time. He earns the praise and recommendation of clients and attorneys alike. He has a solid knowledge of Credit Rights laws and likes to make sure people understand their rights and know how to protect themselves and their families. If you have a question about debt collectors or credit rights, he is your answer. If his office is anywhere near you, I recommend him to you."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is an intelligent and dedicated attorney helping consumers and those in need throughout Georgia. Jim has a wealth of knowledge in consumer claims under federal and state statutes."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Jim Feagle for almost 10 years now, and have worked with him on numerous cases. Jim is one of the foremost talented consumer protection attorneys in this state and come with my highest recommendation."
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2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Mentor, State Bar of Georgia Transition into Law Practice, Supreme Court of Georgia
2007
Pro Bono Award, Outstanding Public Service, State Bar of Georgia
1992 - Present
Partner, Skaar & Feagle, LLP
2004 - Present
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember
1991 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
Fdcpa case- Won reversal of unfavorable district court decision
FDCPA case- Favorable District Court decision affirmed
Reversal of Cobb State Court grant of summary judgement
1991
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
BS - Bachelor of Science/ BA-Bachelor of Arts
2020
2013
Practical Survey of the Fair Credit Reporting Act "FCRA" for Legal Services Attorneys
2011
Federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
2011
Federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and Debt Collection Defense
2010
Consumer Credit Protection Litigation
2010
Debt Collection Defense
2010
Overview of State Litigation Implications of the FDCPA
2010
Debt Collection Defense and the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
2009
Debt Collection Defense
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