Atty. Edward J Cleary

Atty. Edward J Cleary

Edward J Cleary is a lawyer practicing criminal trial practice, personal injury, appellate. Edward received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

St. Paul St. Paul 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Edward J Cleary at a glance

Edward J Cleary is an Asst. Chf. Dist. J. based in St. Paul, Minnesota. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1977), U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1977), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1981). Educated at University of Minnesota Law School (J.D., 1977) and University of Minnesota (B.A., 1974). Serands clients in St. Paul, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Edward J Cleary is a lawyer practicing criminal trial practice, personal injury, appellate
  • Edward received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Edward practices in St. Paul, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Edward J Cleary's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edward J Cleary handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Edward J Cleary is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Minnesota →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Edward J Cleary is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Minnesota →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Edward J Cleary is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Minnesota →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

Practicing law in Minnesota. Legal matters in Minnesota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Paul are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Minnesota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Minnesota brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Minnesota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Edward J Cleary

Where is Edward J Cleary's law office located?
Edward J Cleary's law practice is located in St. Paul, Minnesota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward J Cleary handle?
Edward J Cleary focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Edward J Cleary practiced law?
Edward J Cleary has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Edward J Cleary go to law school?
Edward J Cleary earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Edward J Cleary for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota Law School
- 1977
B.A.
University of Minnesota
- 1974

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1981

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