Atty. James Thagard

Atty. James Thagard

Member, 1978-1980 and Research Editor, 1979-1980, American Journal of Trial Advocacy. Assistant District Attorney, Southern Judicial Circuit, 1980-1985.

Valdosta Valdosta 46 yrs experience 46 year
Call (229) 660-0297 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James Thagard at a glance

James Thagard is a Partner based in Valdosta, Georgia, practforg at Young, Thagard, Hoffman, LLP. They haand 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1980). Educated at Cumberland School of Law (J.D., 1980) and Valdosta State College (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of Valdosta (President, 1995) and American Bar Associations State Bar of Georgia Defense Research Institute Georgia Defense Lawyers Association Association of Defense Trial Attorneys Federal Bar Association. Serands clients in Valdosta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Member, 1978-1980 and Research Editor, 1979-1980, American Journal of Trial Advocacy
  • Assistant District Attorney, Southern Judicial Circuit, 1980-1985

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

Practforg law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Valdosta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is James Thagard's law office located?
James Thagard's law practice is located in Valdosta, Georgia. The firm is Young, Thagard, Hoffman, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has James Thagard practiced law?
James Thagard has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
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James Thagard earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1976).
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James Thagard's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Cumberland School of Law
- 1980
B.A.
Valdosta State College
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1980

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