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also known as Vlahakis Law Group LLC
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23 years | 100 cases
28 years | 100 cases
28 years | 100 cases
28 years | 150 cases
33%-50%
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
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58 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Consumer Protection
Posted by anonymous | October 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection
Helped me pro-bono with the same care
I was taken to court for one missed payment by a very aggressive company and he helped me avoid getting taken advantage of. He put a lot of time and effort into it even though I was pro bono. The company was taking pages of people to court and I was terrified because they use dirty tactics for everyt...
Posted by Larry | February 03, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection
Excellent long term support through a long term case
I contacted James in early 2018 regarding a class action/consumer protection case against a major retailer/manufacturer. I became a class representative and I knew from our first conversations that James was a lawyer that understood what I was going through and that he was going to have the tenacity ...
Posted by Sherri | January 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection
Review for James Vlahakis
I would highly recommend James Vlahakis for legal services. Mr. Vlahakis represented me in a class action lawsuit against Apple. This litigation began in 2017 and was finally settled in 2023. Mr. Vlahakis took on a corporate giant on behalf of several hundred of plaintiffs who were defrauded by Apple...
Posted by Natasha | January 30, 2024 | Consumer Protection
Apple class action lawsuit
I turned to James after technology company caused certain software to be uploaded onto my smart phone. The case turned into a long legal battle, where the tech company fought at every turn. Despite tough odds, we case to be resolved. What I found very helpful is that I received numerous updates throu...
Posted by John | January 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection
Exceptional Legal Expertise and Dedication: Highly Recommend James C. Vlahakis
James C. Vlahakis was instrumental in securing compensation from a tech giant after malicious software was uploaded to my smartphone. Despite facing fierce opposition, James's unwavering dedication and legal expertise ensured a successful resolution. His regular updates kept me informed every step o...
"James is a great lawyer. He's very experienced in many areas of law and has a great reputation for excellent customer service to clients."
Consumer protection lawyer
2018
Top Rated Constitutional Law Attorney in Chicago, IL, Super Lawyers
2018
Top Attorneys - Governmental & Municipal Law, West Sububan Living
2018
Top Rated Class Action & Mass Torts Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2016
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2016
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2015
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2014
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2013
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2012
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2011
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2009
Rising Star, Illinois Super Lawyers
2008
Forty Under 40, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
2008
Rising Star, Illinois Super Lawyers
2002 - 2017
Partner, Hinshaw & Culbertson, LLP
1998 - 2002
Associate, Hinshaw & Culbertson, LLP
1995 - 1996
Associate, Hervas, Sotos, Condon & Bersani
Pending
Defense outcome - District court denied plaintiff's motion for class certification (when Mr. Vlahakis was a defense attorney).
Defense outcome (when Mr. Vlahakis was a defense attorney).
Federal Communicators Commission ruled in favor of client
Jury verdict for defendant (when Mr. Vlahakis was a defense attorney).
District court affirmed favorable defense jury award by denying Plaintiff's post-trial motions.
Favorable class based settlement of nationwide class after numerous mediations sessions
Court of Appeals reversed district court judgement (resulting in favorable ruling for Mr. Vlahakis' client)
Verdict in favor of Plaintff.
Defense outcome (when Mr. Vlahakis was a defense attorney).
Settlement
1995
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2008
Legal Issues Involving SVPs
2017
2010
1997
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