JAMES HARDEE

Biography

After receiving his Bachelor of Science Degree from Auburn University in 1987, Jim Hardee graduated from Cumberland School of Law at Samford University in Birmingham Alabama. He was named Outstanding Trial Advocacy Board Member and Honor Court Justice.

Jim was a prosecutor from 1990 until 1997 where he tried over 100 first-chair jury trials, including 8 capital murder cases and was awarded the Outstanding Service Award to his community. He also acted as Felony Division Chief and was assigned to the Major Crimes Unit prosecuting homicide cases.

Jim takes pride in practicing with professionalism, while being a zealous advocate for his diverse client base ranging from Fortune 500 to small business owners and individuals. Jim enjoys spending time with his wife and two sons. Outside of the office Jim is an avid fisherman, hunter and golfer.

Current Employment Position

Equity Partner

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Education

Cumberland School of Law at Samford University in Birmingham Alabama

- J.D. – 1990
Auburn University
- B.A. – 1987

Professional Associations

State Bar of Georgia, 2000
State Bar of Florida, 1990
Georgia Defense Lawyers Association
Defense Research Institute
Supreme Court of Georgia, 2000
Supreme Court of Florida, 1990
U.S. District Court, Northern Division, 2000
U.S. District Court, Middle Division, 2000
U.S. District Court, Southern Division, 2005
Georgia Court of Appeals, 2000

Bar Admissions

Georgia, 2000
Florida, 1990

Honors

Distinguished Community Service Award
Top Rated Lawyer by The Atlanta Journal and Constitution in Insurance Defense field from 2010 to present
Georgia Legal Leader as recognized by Defense Research Institute