James E. Farah

James E. Farah

also known as Jim

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 25 years

Corporate and incorporation Lawyer at Jacksonville, FL
Practice Areas: Corporate & Incorporation, Personal Injury, Real Estate ... +3 more

6550 St. Augustine Road, Suite 103, Jacksonville, FL

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Corporate and Incorporation 35%

General Business/Legal Counseling, Incorporations, and General Counsel Services.

27 years

35%
Personal Injury 35%

Personal Injury cases of most types.

27 years

35%
Real Estate 18%

Domestic real estate transactions.

24 years

18%
International Law 2%

International real estate transactions in the West Bank.

16 years

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 125-275 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 25 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2000

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

The Farah Law Group

6550 St. Augustine Road, Suite 103, Jacksonville, FL, 32217

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James E. Farah's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Howard | May 04, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Helping People Seeking Counsel

Jim helps people. Over the last 15 years, when my family needed help, we talked to Jim first. There is something to be said about an attorney who treats his clients as VIPs rather than just plain general public. Returning a call sounds simple and Jim still does this personally. As a potential client,... I have to ask myself if I would return to an attorney to seek counsel on another or different issue. The answer is a resounding YES because right now I have a couple of issues presently that require legal resolution. Jim has been contacted and I know he will either handle the matter himself, team with co-counsel, or refer the matter to competent outside independent counsel who specializes in the issue. In all instances, Jim stays involved and handles the matter for his clients.

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James E. Farah's Lawyer Endorsements

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Carol Galloway

Business lawyer | Jun 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jim Farah is well- spoken, professional and knowledgeable."

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Jonathan Sooriash

Corporate and incorporation lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is thorough and brings a high level of passion to his practice. He is a great Attorney and person."

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A. Jubran

Commercial real estate lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Galloway

Unknown lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse James E. Farah because he is a very knowledgeable and professional attorney in the Jacksonville community."

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Whitney Lonker

Corporate and incorporation lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had trouble picking just one area of law in which to endorse Jim Farah. He is the consummate professional. Truly. If you need a business colleague with a great reputation in this community who actually lives up to his reputation and exceeds it then Jim Farah is THE MAN! I mean it. He is trustworthy, ethical and knowledgeable in so many facets of business and law that he is a "go to" person for me in the legal and business industries when I need guidance."

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Ricky Bateh

Corporate and incorporation lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jim is well educated and is very knowledgeable in the corporate world. Jim serves as an attorney for several companies and medical practices. Jim also has served as an attorney in real estate cases and puts together trusts for clients. Jim and I have also handled probate cases. Jim is a humble person and a great attorney with whom to work."

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Jo-Anne Yau

Corporate and incorporation lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have only wonderful things to say about Jim as an attorney and as a member of the community. He always strives to do the right thing. He is of strong moral fiber and has an incredible work ethic. Jim is known to be a fair, objective advocate, a generous mentor, and a trustworthy colleague."

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Easa Mousa

Unknown lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Raymond Forbess

Commercial real estate lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Jimmy for years. He has a great combination of extensive formal education, years of experience and a boatload of common sense. He is a straight shooter and a dedicated advocate for his clients."

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David Ghannam

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is an outstanding attorney who has valuable insight on legal matters, strategic planning, and client communication. We have worked together on matters involving personal injury, business and commercial litigation issues, and is an asset to work and consult with. Jim has a strong name recognition in Jacksonville Florida community, and is well respected by his clients and colleagues. He is certainly knowledgeable about a lot of different business and corporate issues, and is a pleasure to work with."

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Corporate and incorporation lawyer

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Easa Mousa

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2009

Distinguished Research Award, Academy of Health Care Management

Work Experience

2012 - Present

President, Consultancy Group, LLC

2003 - Present

Resource Professor of Management, Jacksonville University

2002 - Present

Managing Partner, The Farah Law Group

2000 - 2002

Attorney, United Parcel Service

1982 - 2000

Manager, United Parcel Service

Associations

2000 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2013 - 2018

Florida Coastal School of Law Foundation

Board Member

2010 - 2016

Hands On Jax

General Legal Counsel

Sample of Legal Cases

Acquisition

Asset purchase settlment

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Education

2006

Nova Southeastern University

Doctor of Business Administration

1999

Florida Coastal School of Law

Juris Doctorate

1995

Jacksonville University

Master of Business Administration

1993

Jacksonville University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2014

Chamber of NEFL

Legal Issues

2013

Indo-Asian Annual Symposium

Corporate Governance

2010

Finance and Estate Planning

Insurance Coverage

Publications

Languages

English

Arabic

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