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

Showing 1 - 5 of 16 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Timmy Y | March 05, 2026 | Hired Attorney

James V represents David vs Goliath and prevailed

James, Came highly recommended and did not disappoint. We had to battle against a huge corporation that was initially dismissed our suit and tried “playing hardball “. That didn’t deter James in the least. He explained our approach and what to expect during the entire process. What struck me, was the... attention to details James provided. Needless to say, the Goliath had to Pay restitution for their actions. James's persistence and knowledge was the key to my favorable decision. I would definitely recommend James to anyone that I know or in general. Thanks James for everything! Timmy Y

Posted by Stephanie Diaz | February 10, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Outstanding Legal Representation

I can honestly say that James is the best lawyer I have ever hired. I was truly blessed to have him as my attorney. He goes above and beyond for his clients and always makes sure you are informed every step of the way. He is incredibly knowledgeable, and I could not have been happier with his service...s. One thing I can say about James is that he never backs down; he fights for you until the very end. I will always recommend James to my family and friends. If there’s one thing you take from this, let it be this: hire James. He will not disappoint.

Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Best Employee rights attorney!

I can't say enough good things about James! I've worked with a lot of different lawyers for many reasons over the years and James has been by far the best. He worked very hard on my case to get the best resolution and settlement amount possible. He was always in communication and keeping me updated o...n the case and never hesitated to make or take a call to really explain things when I had a question. He went above and beyond in that aspect and it is truly appreciated! I can't say I've had any other lawyer with his level of communication to date. He worked hard to get my case resolved timely instead of dragging it out forever. I truly believe his heart is in his work and it shows.

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 anonymous | September 24, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Client

James was PERFECT for my case, he was very detailed and clear about everything that was about to take place , he is very informative and overall a AWESOME lawyer to work with, I never had to reach out to him he always contacted me so I never had to wonder what was the status of my case. My case went ...very fast and I walked away with a very decent settlement because he fought hard for me. If you are looking for a lawyer that will honestly work for you JAMES IS YOUR GUY !!!

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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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