Atty. Eric Scott Westphal
Eric Scott Westphal is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, motor vehicle law, subrogation and 2 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from St.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving St. Paul, MN · 30+ Years Experience
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About Eric Scott Westphal at a Glance
Eric Scott Westphal is a Shareholder based in St. Paul, Minnesota, practicing at Heacox, Hartman, Koshmrl, Cosgriff & Johnson, P.A.. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on car accidents, contracts, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1996). Educated at Hamline University J.D. (—) and St. John's University B.A. (—). Serves clients in St. Paul, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric Scott Westphal
- Eric Scott Westphal is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, motor vehicle law, subrogation and 2 other areas of law
- Eric received a B.A. degree from St. John's University, and has been licensed for 30 years
- Eric practices at Heacox, Hartman, Koshmrl, Cosgriff & Johnson, P.A. in St. Paul, MN
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Eric Scott Westphal's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Scott Westphal handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in St. Paul.
Car Accidents in St. Paul
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Eric Scott Westphal is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Minnesota →
Contracts in St. Paul
Eric Scott Westphal is one of 76,101 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Minnesota →
Civil Litigation in St. Paul
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Eric Scott Westphal is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Minnesota →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in St. Paul
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 venue, 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.
St. Paul Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a St. Paul-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in St. Paul Choose Eric Scott Westphal
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Eric Scott Westphal's practice in the field of car accidents, contracts, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric Scott Westphal brings 30+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, contracts, and litigation, Eric Scott Westphal can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in St. Paul
A St. Paul-based practice means Eric Scott Westphal attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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