Jim Joedecke was admitted to the State Bar of Georgia in 1996, and helps lead the Litigation Group at Andersen, Tate & Carr. Jim is an Equity Partner and has practiced law at Andersen, Tate & Carr for over twenty-six years. Jim’s law practice over the past three decades is varied and includes contract and business litigation, franchising litigation, real estate litigation, title disputes, ad valorem tax appeals, employment litigation, bankruptcy (creditor and trustee counsel), probate litigation, wrongful death and general civil litigation. Jim’s practice has grown by serving as a trusted advisor to small businesses-helping to anticipate and navigate legal issues before litigation is commenced, as well as helping to obtain successful outcomes once litigation is filed. Jim has provided consistent and successful legal representation for small businesses and individuals in trial and appellate litigation around the country, as well as before local government boards and agencies, and in mediation and arbitration. Jim’s long-time client relationships, some that stretch back almost three decades and multiple generations, are a testament to the value he provides to his clients.
Jim is also a registered mediator and arbitrator. Since earning his certification in 2022, Jim has participated in hundreds of successful mediations over the years and brings a wealth of knowledge as an experienced litigator to this role. Jim takes great pride in his ability to work with parties to achieve a quick, efficient and favorable result without the cost of a trial. Jim has successfully mediated cases in all areas, from contract and business disputes to workers’ comp audits to probate and family law matters. Jim has been asked repeatedly to assist with business interest transfers and wind-down or transfer protocols in connection with businesses ensnared in probate and family law cases.
Jim has been named a Georgia Super Lawyer, an honor that is determined by peer vote. Jim also holds a distinguished rating from Martindale Hubbell National Legal Directory, a rating recognizing his competence and integrity. Jim is a 2006 Leadership Gwinnett Graduate.
In addition to his successful law practice, Jim is passionate about giving back to his community. Jim previously served as a Braselton Town Council Member and Mayor Pro Tem for the Town of Braselton. Jim is especially proud of his work in connection with the formation of the Town’s Braselton Arts Council, an organization that has brought significant works of public art to Braselton. Jim presently serves on the Boards of Directors for the Home of Hope at Gwinnett Children’s Shelter and the Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia. Jim also serves on the Advisory Council of the Northeast Georgia Council of the Boy Scouts of America and has co-chaired the American Values Dinner. Jim is a past President of the Rotary Club of Braselton. Jim twice co-chaired the American Cancer Society’s Annual Fundraising Gala, along with his wife, Stephanie. Jim remains proud of his service in his earlier years as coach of the South Gwinnett High School Mock Trial Team, where he was named Outstanding Attorney Coach by the State Bar of Georgia. Jim has also represented indigent defendants before Gwinnett County’s Juvenile Courts through the Gwinnett Bar Association’s Truancy Intervention Project. Jim can currently be found watching his kids’ activities or tinkering with classic cars, when not practicing law.
Positions
- Registered Mediator and Arbitrator
- Director, Home of Hope at Gwinnett Children’s Shelter;
- Director, Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia
- Advisor, Board of Advisors of the Northeast Council of the Boy Scouts of America
- Former Town Council Member and Mayor Pro Tem, Town of Braselton, Georgia
Honors
- Selected as a Georgia Super Lawyer by Law and Politics and Atlanta Magazine 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
- Achieved Distinguished Rating by Martindale-Hubbell for legal ability and ethical standards
Education
University of Georgia School of Law, Athens, Georgia
- Juris Doctor (Cum Laude) – 1996
Emory University
- Bachelor of Arts – 1993
- Major: Political Science
Admissions
- Georgia
- South Carolina
Community & Professional
- State Bar of Georgia, Eminent Domain and Franchise Law Sections, Member
- State Bar of South Carolina, Member
- Federal Bar Association, Member
- Gwinnett County Bar Association, Member
- Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce, Member
- Leadership Gwinnett – 2006 Graduate
- Rotary Club of Braselton – Past President, Governing Board Member
- Gwinnett Chapter of the American Cancer Society – Member, Board of Advisors
- Winder YMCA – Member, Board of Advisors
- Town of Braselton – Member, Ethics Commission
Charles and Jan Mathis, Norcross Electric Supply, Inc.
Anderson Tate and Carr have been our corporate and personal attorneys for close to 20 years. During that time we have come to rely on them for all of our legal needs. We had a case back in the earlier days of our business that could have destroyed our business we didn’t know where to begin or what questions to ask but from day one Jim Joedecke made us feel that everything would be okay. . We are fortunate that the case did go in our favor but we feel that it was only due to the hard work Jim and his team did for months. We completely trust all of the lawyers and staff at Anderson Tate and Car
Mike & Elizabeth Evans
“We enjoyed our visit with Jim last Thursday when we went to pick up the check. Our heartfelt thanks go out to Jim for an incredible and difficult negotiation on our behalf. The final outcome has overwhelmed us, an award of all attorney’s fees and legal expenses. It has been to us, an answer to prayer. We are firm believers that things don’t happen by chance and that God is in control.
We thank you for meeting the challenges posed in this case, and bringing this matter to a just resolution. Your patience and professionalism were impressive, but your sincere caring and concern was what really set you apart from most attorneys.
Jim, you are a gifted attorney. With equal parts grit and finesse, you maneuvered through the complexity of tax appeal litigation, advocating hard against the opposition while at the same time protecting client interests—a warrior and friend by your side.
Thank you for so expertly representing us. You have been right on target with responses to opposing counsel throughout and we are so appreciative for all your hard work and efforts on our behalf. At the trial, you gave an accurate depiction of our property over assessment along with well-chosen examples contrasting the expert’s comps but there’s no doubt in our minds that what convinced the jury was the genuine conviction expressed in your voice. In other words, not only are words and facts used in a trial important but also the speaker’s tone and manner of delivery.
We can’t thank everyone enough for a job well done to you, Brittany, and your fine team members including receptionists and paralegals who put us at ease in this difficult process with their kindness, courtesy, and helpfulness. We wish you all the best and continued success in your practice.”
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