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About James

I began investing with Edward Jones as a client in 2008. I joined the Edward Jones family in 2019. I earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification in April of 2024.

I taught at Emory University for 12 years. The growing demands of fatherhood prompted me to explore opportunities outside of academia, and I love what I do now.

My brother-in-law was our financial advisor at Edward Jones, so it has always felt like a family relationship to me – and I love bringing that confidence and comfort to my financial family.

I am a school board member here in the City...

Focus Areas

  • Retirement Income Strategies
  • Divorce Finances
  • Portfolio Reviews
  • Estate & Legacy Strategies
  • Sustainable investing

Work History

  • Edward JonesAugust 2019 to Current

Certifications

  • CFP®

    CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™

Education

  • Univ of Alabama-TuscaloosaMaster of Arts
  • Mercer University-MaconBachelor of Arts

Personal Interests

  • Coaching Sports
  • Cooking
  • Board Games
  • Art & Theater
  • Football

Team Members

  • Michal Duchon
    Sr. Branch Office Administrator

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Office Information

Hours

Office Hours
WeekdayAvailability
Mon 08:00AM - 05:00PM
Tue 08:00AM - 05:00PM
Wed 08:00AM - 05:00PM
Thu 08:00AM - 05:00PM
Fri 08:00AM - 05:00PM
Sat By Appointment Only
Sun By Appointment Only

Additional Hours

  • Evenings
  • Web Conferencing

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