James Constantine Vlahakis

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James Constantine Vlahakis

also known as Vlahakis Law Group LLC

5.0
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 30 years

Class action Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Class Action, Consumer Protection, Wrongful Termination ... +5 more

20 N. Clark Street, Suite 3300, Chicago, IL

Virtual Consultation Available

About James

Biography

We will protect your rights under various "consumer rights" laws. We will fight to enforce your rights against large and small companies. We will provide you with a prompt and fair resolution of your legal issues, regardless of your budget or circumstances.

We will represent you if you have been wrongfully arrested or physically abused by law enforcement officials.

We represent consumers in class litigation to expose and remedy unlawful corporate practices. One of our specialties involves suing Illinois based companies that obtain biometric information (fingerprints, voice and eye scans) without your written consent.

We sue companies that bombard you with unsolicited robo calls and pre-recorded messages. The TCPA provides for $500 to $1,500 for each unlawful robo call and/or pre-recorded message. We also enforce the National "do not call list".

We help negotiate reduced payments if you suffer from hardships or where we can argue that a debt collector may have violated a part of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act.

We represent private and public employees in matters involving wrongful termination, discrimination, unpaid wages and harassment.

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Class Action 20%

I help enforce the Illinois Biometric Privacy Act. I also represent plaintiffs in class actions involving federal and state laws that are intended to protect consumers from robo-dialed calls, pre-recorded messages, scam telemarking and junk faxes.

23 years | 100 cases

20%
Consumer Protection 20%

I enforce consumer rights laws such as the Illinois Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Practices Act. I use the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act to protect consumers from harassment. I also protect consumers from unlawful telemarketing calls.

28 years | 100 cases

20%
Wrongful Termination 20%

I represent employees who have been fired in violation of federal and state laws. I help all victims of discrimination - such as discrimination based on sex/gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disabilities and military status.

28 years | 100 cases

20%
Civil Rights 10%

I protect citizens who are victims of false arrest, excessive force and unlawful treatment by government officials.

28 years | 150 cases

10%
Discrimination 10%

I represent employees who have been subject to all forms of workplace discrimination - race, national original, sexual orientation, religion, color and gender.

28 years | 50 cases

10%
Sexual Harassment 10%

I protect employees who have been subjected to all forms of sexual harassment.

28 years | 25 cases

10%
Debt Settlement 5%

In addition to helping enforce consumer rights as provided by the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, I often can help consumers reduce the amount of debts that they may owe to creditors as well as "debt buyers". I also defend against "zombie" debts.

9 years | 100 cases

5%
Workers Compensation 5%

We can represent you if you have been terminated or retaliated against for filing a claim for workers comp.

9 years | 5 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-50%

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 30 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1995

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Vlahakis Law

20 N. Clark Street, Suite 3300, Chicago, IL, 60602

vlahakislaw.com

Online Presence

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James Constantine Vlahakis's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

58 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination

James Vlahakis is a Superb Lawyer

James is a thorough, dedicated, and detail-oriented lawyer and person. He fought fiercely for me every step of the way. Before finding James, I felt doubtful that I would see any legal justice for my discrimination case. James diligently kept me updated on any changes to my case, and he was not phas...ed by the stall tactics and abhorrent behavior of the opposing counsel. James treated me as a person, not just another case crossing his desk; he always believed in me and my story. I am incredibly grateful to him and his team for their hard work in getting a settlement deal for me—it changed my life.

Posted by anonymous | March 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Mr Vlahakis is a true professional.

Mr Vlahakis is an excellent attorney. He was professional and considerate. He explained everything to me in a way that I could understand and he was able to get me a fair and much needed settlement.

Posted by Kevin | November 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Highly Recommend! Responsive, Fair, and Clear Legal Guidance During My Layoff

I had the pleasure of working with James after being laid off from my job, and I cannot recommend him enough. From the very beginning, he was incredibly responsive to my emails, which was such a relief during a stressful time. He took the time to explain the legal process in a way that was easy to un...derstand, breaking down complex concepts and making sure I felt confident in the decisions I was making. His rates were also very fair, especially considering the level of expertise and attention to detail he provided. Throughout the process, he made sure I understood my options and advocated for me in a way that felt personal and genuine. Thanks to James, I felt much more at ease during an uncertain and difficult time. If you need a lawyer who is professional, approachable, and truly cares about your case, I highly recommend reaching out to him!

Posted by Matt | September 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection

Awesome attorney who cares

This man is fantastic at what he does. Multiple law firms told me I shouldn't bother because my case was "weak", but James (Atlas Consumer Law) assured me that he could make it go in my favor. He will gladly answer any questions you have and explain what he's doing even though he's very busy. He ...did an exceptional job and my case (debt collector harassment) went in my favor. He reassured me that I was going to be just fine and really helped ease my mind. That is a big part of why he's a great attorney. He genuinely cares about his clients big or small and truly is passionate about what he does. It shows in his work/results. He gets paid from winning cases (part of the settlement) and has been practicing for well over a decade, so that should tell you something. His reviews (both he and Atlas Consumer Law have GREAT reviews) speak for themselves and are definitely reflective of his/their skill. If you're in need of an attorney, get in touch with him. I was being harassed and threatened by the collection agency for months and was close to filing for bankruptcy (other firms told me that was the only smart/viable option) but this man proved that was a lie. It resulted in me having the ENTIRE debt waived, REMOVED from my credit report, and ended up with me RECEIVING money. The cost to me? Not a dime. The collection agency paid all of his fees. The results he provided were the polar opposite of what other law firms told me. He's made it his mission in life to defend people from predatory collection agencies and many other situations. Believe me...if you're in need of an attorney, THIS is who you want in your corner. If the need ever arises again, there's no doubt who I'm contacting. Thanks again James! You're a rockstar attorney.

Posted by anonymous | August 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection

Very knowledgeable lawyer...

I have personally worked with James C. Vlahakis; he is smart, helpful, friendly, knowledgeable, and truly care about his customer. He helped me a few consumer issues and currently exploring issues with my credit for credit repair!

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James Constantine Vlahakis's Lawyer Endorsements

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Cynthia Pietrucha

Consumer protection lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Daniel Edelman

Consumer protection lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

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

Work Experience

2002 - 2017

Partner, Hinshaw & Culbertson, LLP

1998 - 2002

Associate, Hinshaw & Culbertson, LLP

1995 - 1996

Associate, Hervas, Sotos, Condon & Bersani

Associations

Chicago Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

In Re: Apple Inc. Device Performance Litigation, 5:18-md-02827-EJD (N.D. Cali.)

Pending

Jamison v. First Credit Services, Inc. (N.D. Ill.)

Defense outcome - District court denied plaintiff's motion for class certification (when Mr. Vlahakis was a defense attorney).

Pesce v. First Credit Services, Inc. (N.D. Ill.)

Defense outcome (when Mr. Vlahakis was a defense attorney).

PETITION OF CROWN MORTGAGE COMPANY FOR DECLARATORY RULING

Federal Communicators Commission ruled in favor of client

Willis v. Loftin. (N.D. Ill.)

Jury verdict for defendant (when Mr. Vlahakis was a defense attorney).

Hardy v. Hardy, (N.D. Ill.)

District court affirmed favorable defense jury award by denying Plaintiff's post-trial motions.

Prater v. Medicredit (E.D. MO)

Favorable class based settlement of nationwide class after numerous mediations sessions

Sain v. Wood, Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals

Court of Appeals reversed district court judgement (resulting in favorable ruling for Mr. Vlahakis' client)

Woods v. City of Gary (N.D. Ind.)

Verdict in favor of Plaintff.

Niemiec v. Club Sports Consulting Group, (N.D. IL)

Defense outcome (when Mr. Vlahakis was a defense attorney).

Black . McGuffage, (N.D. IL)

Settlement

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Education

1995

Loyola University Chicago

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

Michigan State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2008

ATSA

Legal Issues Involving SVPs

Publications

2017

Chicago Daily Law Bulletin Working drafts: Labor and employment experts break down three bills that could change how Illinois works

2010

Civil Research Institute, Inc. Legal Issues Involving SVPs

1997

Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education Municipal Law

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