James Ristvedt

James Ristvedt is a Managing Associate and Trial Counsel at Consumer Justice Law Firm, a BBB A+ rated nationwide consumer protection and employment law firm committed to fighting for fair treatment and accountability. Consumer Justice Law Firm helps clients with credit reporting mistakes, background check errors, tenant screening errors, debt collection harassment, identity theft recovery, employment discrimination, and labor and employment violations like unpaid wage and overtime. Previously, James spent a decade overseeing compliance and operations as an executive at a boutique consumer reporting and investigations agency in the Midwest. James worked with countless Fortune 500 companies on myriad complex, nuanced issues. He also led high-level employment investigations involving executives across public and private sectors. His deep compliance expertise and FCRA policy development experience has made him a trusted advisor to legal, governance, and risk-focused professionals. As a member of the National Association of Consumer Advocates, James is passionate about helping his clients overcome and recover from legal issues that fall within the purview of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, among others. Colleagues and team members alike praise James for his integrity, empathy, and ability to inspire excellence in others. He emphasizes communication, transparency, and accountability in building successful client relationships.