Practice areas: Personal Injury, Civil Litigation, Medical Malpractice; view more
Licensed in Georgia since: 2009
Education: Atlanta's John Marshall Law School
Selected to Super Lawyers: 2024 - 2026 
Selected to Rising Stars: 2017 - 2023 Call today:
844-428-4529
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8237 Dunwoody PlaceBuilding 18
Atlanta, GA 30350 Visit website
The founding partner of Haug Barron Law Group, located in Atlanta, Georgia, James Robert Haug offers a broad range of legal services with a focus on complex personal injury and civil litigation. His practice encompasses car, truck and motorcycle accidents, premises liability, wrongful death, medical malpractice and dog bites. With nearly two decades of experience, he is known for his comprehensive understanding of personal injury law, providing strategic and effective representation tailored to each client’s unique circumstances.
Mr. Haug approaches every case with a meticulous and results-oriented mindset, combining in-depth legal analysis with strong advocacy skills. Whether negotiating with insurance corporations or pursuing justice in wrongful death and medical malpractice claims, he is committed to pursuing fair and just outcomes. His ability to navigate multifaceted legal issues has earned him a reputation for diligence and professionalism within the Georgia legal community.
An accomplished academic, Mr. Haug obtained his bachelor’s degree from the University of Georgia in 2006. He then went on to receive his Juris Doctor from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School in 2009, where he developed a strong foundation in litigation and legal research.
Admitted to practice in Georgia in 2009, Mr. Haug is also licensed to appear before the Superior Court of Georgia, the Georgia Court of Appeals and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia. Recognized for his accomplishments, he earned an AV Preeminent* peer-review rating through Martindale-Hubbell, the organization’s top rating.
Mr. Haug maintains active involvement in numerous professional organizations, including the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association. He is a member of the Atlanta Bar Association’s Sole Practitioner and Small Firm section. Additionally, he is an active attorney member of the State Bar of Georgia, where he serves within the Insurance Torts and Criminal Defense Section.
*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.
Practice areas
Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff, Civil Litigation: Plaintiff, Personal Injury - Medical Malpractice: PlaintiffFocus areas
Animal Bites, Medical Malpractice, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Premises Liability - Plaintiff, Trucking Accidents, Wrongful Death
- 60% Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff
- 20% Civil Litigation: Plaintiff
- 20% Personal Injury - Medical Malpractice: Plaintiff
First Admitted: 2009, Georgia
Professional Webpage: https://hblg.law/attorney/james-robert-haug/
Bar / Professional Activity
- Georgia State, 2009
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia
- Georgia Court of Appeals
- Superior Court of Georgia
- Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, Member
- Atlanta Bar Association, Sole Practitioner and Small Firm section, Member
- American Association for Justice, Trucking Litigation Group, Member
- State Bar of Georgia, Insurance Torts and Criminal Defense Section, Member
- Georgia Association of Personal Injury Lawyers, Member
Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)
- Verdict $1,060,000.00 Description: The case involved a plaintiff who was treated with a primary care physician who failed to meet the requirements of the standard of care by failing to treat my client. The doctor completely disputed liability, and the case went to trial in Cobb County and resulted in a plaintiff’s verdict for James’ client, 2013.
- Verdict $1,060,000.00 Description: The case involved a plaintiff who was treated with a primary care physician who failed to meet the requirements of the standard of care by failing to treat my client. The doctor completely disputed liability, and the case went to trial in Cobb County and resulted in a plaintiff’s verdict for James’ client, 2013.
- Recovery: $325,000.00 Description: The plaintiff was wrecked into by a distracted driver. had pre-existing back injuries, the plaintiff's case was based on aggravation of pre-existing injury and new injury to the L3-L4, 2014
- Settlement $2,000,000.00 Description: The case involved premises liability where two brothers were injured by a fallen limb. Due to Haug Law Group’s experience and diligence in preserving evidence and having an expert on the scene, Plaintiff was compensated for their injuries sustained, 2015.
- Settlement $2,000,000.00 Description: The case involved premises liability where two brothers were injured by a fallen limb. Due to Haug Law Group’s experience and diligence in preserving evidence and having an expert on the scene, Plaintiff was compensated for their injuries sustained, 2015.
- $30,000,000 Record-Setting Medical Negligence Verdict. Successfully litigated a high-profile ER failure case involving a 45-year-old victim. Our firm held the medical team accountable for failing to diagnose life-threatening internal injuries—including a perforated bowel and spinal fractures—resulting in fatal sepsis, 2024.
Educational Background
- University of Georgia, B.A., 2006
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- Speaker, Punitive Damages in DUI Cases, 2015
Honors
- Million Dollar Trial Lawyers, Member
- AV Preeminent peer-review rating through Martindale-Hubbell, 2024-2026
- Top 5% of attorneys in the state, selected by peer nomination and independent research., Super Lawyers List: 2024-2026
- The top 2.5% of attorneys in each state., Super Lawyer, Rising Stars: 2017-2023
- Million Dollar Trial Lawyers, Member
Awards
Avvo Client's Choice Award: This award is granted to attorneys with at least 5 reviews with 4+ stars in a given year on Avvo.com
Office location for James Robert Haug
8237 Dunwoody Place
Building 18
Atlanta, GA 30350
Phone: 844-428-4529
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2024 - 2026
- Rising Stars: 2017 - 2023
