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Kris K. Skaar

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  • Woodstock, GA
  • Licensed for 34 years
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About Kris

My name is Kris Skaar, and I am one of the founding attorneys of Skaar & Feagle, LLP. Our firm is committed to finding ways to help people deal with consumer protection issues in a way that delivers good value to our clients. My partners and I have over sixty years of combined experience providing counsel in the following areas:

 

● abusive and unlawful collection activity, 

● unauthorized robo-calls to cellular telephones,

● debt defense, 

● credit reporting of false or out-of-date information, 

● high interest lenders, and 

● debt management plans

 

At Skaar & Feagle, LLP, we realize that many of our clients are already struggling to make ends meet. Therefore, we offer telephone consultations at no cost to the consumer.  When appropriate, we also offer a limited document review (by scan/email or by fax) to determine if we can help. Our firm will NEVER charge a consumer any amount to try to determine if we can help.  

 

Additionally, in most cases involving the FDCPA, FCRA or other affirmative consumer claims, Skaar & Feagle, LLP is compensated by "fee shifting" - which means that the other side is fully responsible for paying the legal fees.  In these cases, the consumer does not have to pay anything out of their pocket.  In a defense case (where the other side started the case against the consumer), we generally will quote a flat fee for our services in the entire case through settlement or judgment.  Often we can accommodate clients with reasonable payment plans. 

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Practice areas

OtherCredit repairDebt settlementDebt collectionConsumer protection
  1. Consumer protection: 35%

    Including cases involving: abusive collection activity, unsolicited robocalls or text messages, unfair business practices to consumers and the elderly, credit reporting of false or obsolete information, credit report errors due to either id theft or mixed files, denial of jobs or promotions due to erroneous criminal background searches and defense of lawsuits involving consumer debts such as credit cards, auto loans, &c.

    35 years

  2. Debt collection: 20%

  3. Debt settlement: 20%

  4. Credit repair: 15%

  1. Identity theft: 10%

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Skaar & Feagle, LLP

133 Mirramont Lake Drive
Woodstock, GA, 30189

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    GAActive Member in Good Standing 198605/22/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers3332
    Legal guides0
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Pro Bono Award, Outstanding Public ServiceState Bar of Georgia2009
    Pro Bono Award, Outstanding Public ServiceState Bar of Georgia2006
    Pro Bono Award, Outstanding Public ServiceState Bar of Georgia2005
    Pro Bono Award, Outstanding Public ServiceState Bar of Georgia2004
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    AttorrneySkaar & Feagle, LLP2009 - Present
    AttorneyThe Law Office of Kris Skaar, PC1994 - 2008
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Georgia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember2009 - Present
    National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember2005 - Present
    State Bar of GeorgiaMember1986 - Present
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    University of Georgia School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1986
    University of GeorgiaB.B.A.1983
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Legal Services UniversityFDCPA & FCRA Presentation2013
    Monthly Lunch MeetingFDCPA Presentation2012
    Monthly Breakfast MeetingFDCPA Presentation2012
    MACBAG Monthly Diner MeetingFDCPA Presentation2012
    GTLA Annual Convention, Consumer/Class Actions ProgramFederal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and Debt Collection Defense2011
    Advanced Debt CollectionFederal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act2011
    Successful Trial PracticeConsumer Credit Protection Litigation2010
    Providing First Line Legal Assistance to SeniorsAssisting Seniors with the FDCPA2010
    GTLA 2010 Annual ConventionDebt Collection Defense and Fair Debt Collection Practice Act2010
    Debt Collection DefenseDebt Collection Defense2010
    2010 Fall State Court Judge's ConferenceOverview of State Litigation Implications of the Federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act2010
    Consumer Law WorkshopDebt Collection Defense2009
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    Suntrust Bank v. Mattie VenableAppellate Win at Ga. Ct. of Appeals and GA. Supreme Court

    Reviews

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    EMBODIMENT OF PATIENCE AND UNDERSTANDING

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    Mr. Skaar was very understanding and patient with me while trying to explain my case. I was very panicky and unable to understand a lot of what he was saying at first, he took the time to repeat things, put them in layman terms and made sure I really understood what was going on. Not once was he at all condescending, rushed or annoyed at my questions, unlike many other attorneys i've dealt with in the past. I would highly recommend his services and trust in his knowledge.
    This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
    Consulted attorney

    Incredibly Gracious and Informative

    Posted by

    I called in looking for help with my debt collections issues. I wasn't sure if I needed to retain an attorney or not or even how I should proceed as the particulars of my case were somewhat nuanced. Kris took a half-hour out of his day without any compensation to go over my case and advise me in detail, helping me to understand what was going on and what I needed to know without making things as complex as the previous other attorneys I'd spoken with had before finding him. He advised me not to retain an attorney or pursue court over something that was financially not in my best interests and ended up saving me a lot of money, time, and headache. Not what I expected from an attorney. It's nice to know there are still people out there practicing law who care about individuals rather than just making money off of people. I could not recommend him more and if I'm ever in a situation where I have a need for such services he has clearly shown himself to be someone I could trust. I would retain him without hesitation.
    This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
    Consulted attorney

    Objective and Knowledgeable!

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    Mr. Skaar kept an objective perspective and looked at it from the perspective of Law. Gave great insight into the complex field of Rental Laws. If this does happen to be taken to small claims court I will most certainly be giving him a ring.
    This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
    Consulted attorney

    I'm glad I called Kris!

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    Kris Skaar handled a case for me a couple of years ago involving a TCPA violation. I was worried the process was going to be long and drawn out, but Kris and his partner worked hard to move the case forward and get it settled. I'm glad I called his firm! 10/10 would recommend hiring Kris and his firm to handle this type of case in the future.
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    Attorney endorsements

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    Orion Webb, Consumer protection Attorney on Jul 7, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Kris is one of the attorneys who I turn to when I have a tough question defending debt or related to consumer advocacy. Few attorneys can represent you better.

    Glen Ashman, Consumer protection Attorney on Feb 22, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Kris has a great level of expertise in defending debt collection cases and in related consumer protection issues. If you've been sued and are looking to defend (or countersue) in such a case, he's a lawyer you want to talk to. His answers here on AVVO will tell you a great deal as you read them about his knowledge.

    Hovanes Margarian

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Judd Nemiro

    This attorney is extremely well respected in the community and is looked up to by all fellow attorneys. Clients report fantastic experiences with this lawyer and their experience speaks for itself!

    John O'Brien, Class action Attorney on Jun 4, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible.

    James Hurt

    Mr. Skaar is a highly effective and strong advocate for his clients. He is extremely knowledgeable in all areas of consumer law, including debt collection defense, and Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. I highly recommend this attorney.

    Christian Lassen

    Top-notch lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community.

    Sergio Cabanas

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Michael Doland, Litigation Attorney on Feb 19, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I just reviewed an answer of Mr. Skaar which was not only accurate and analytic, but was also customized to the needs of the Avvo asker and very practical. These are exactly the qualitites that every client would be looking for when hiring an attorney.

    Jeffrey Williams, Consumer protection Attorney on Feb 14, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Kris Skaar, and his partner James Feagle, are definitely the "Go-To" guys 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. Don't hire a lawyer who only dabbles in this area- get a specialist like Kris!

    Dorothy Bunce, Debt collection Attorney on Jan 14, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Kris K Skaar has a broad and deep knowledge of the law and I appreciate his insight. I am happy to offer him my endorsement. Hope you post a photo soon though!

    Daniel DeWoskin, Litigation Attorney on Jan 8, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Kris is an excellent consumer attorney who is respected by both debtor and creditor attorneys. He is a knowledgeable, reliable, and experienced advocate.

    James Feagle, Debt collection Attorney on Nov 18, 2012
    Relationship: Co-worker

    I endorse this lawyer. Kris is a top FDCPA attorney in the country. He is also well versed in any aspect of consumer litigation including lending and auto fraud issues.

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