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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 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...
Posted by anonymous | November 21, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Very helpful. Nice gentleman too.
Has been extrememly helpful. He even drove me to the courthouse when I couldn't find any other way to get there! Professional, and highly recommended. :)
Posted by anonymous | November 21, 2013 | Debt Settlement
He is the one
I talked to numerous attorneys in order to settle my debt case but I was told they won't be able to help me or negotiate my case, from every single attorney I spoke to. Some of them didn't even call me back when I left them a message with a brief summary of my situation to their secretary. Mr. Fea...
Posted by Connie | November 19, 2013 | Business
Treated like family
I've had experience with many different law firms as a business owner and in my personal life. Mr. Feagle and the entire firm has become like family and they express true concern for me as not only a client but as a friend. They actually care about you and go above the normal level of care to handl...
Posted by Gerard | November 14, 2013
Great Job
From day one, Attorney Feagle demonstrated tremendous knowledge and expertise in the law pertaining to my daughter issue. He was patient and responsive. He did the research necessary in helping her....Attorney Feagle priority was to help my daughter first and getting pay took a back seat. I must also...
"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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