Atty. Gary Hazelton
Gary Hazelton is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers' compensation, civil trial and 1 other area of law. Gary received a B.S. degree from Bemidji State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years.
Civil Trial & More Attorney · Serving Bemidji, MN · 41+ Years Experience
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About Gary Hazelton at a Glance
Gary Hazelton is a Member based in Bemidji, Minnesota, practicing at Hazelton Injury Attorneys. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, litigation, and elder law. Admitted to practice in North Dakota (1985), Minnesota (1985), U.S. District Court, District of North Dakota (1985), and U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1986). Educated at University of North Dakota (J.D., 1985) and Bemidji State University (B.S. Industrial, 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Beltrami County and Minnesota State Bar Associations Minnesota Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in Bemidji, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Gary Hazelton
- Gary Hazelton is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers' compensation, civil trial and 1 other area of law
- Gary received a B.S. degree from Bemidji State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Gary practices at Hazelton Injury Attorneys in Bemidji, MN
Practice Areas Explained
Gary Hazelton's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary Hazelton handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Bemidji.
Personal Injury in Bemidji
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.
Gary Hazelton is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Minnesota →
Workers Compensation in Bemidji
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Gary Hazelton is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Minnesota →
Civil Litigation in Bemidji
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Gary Hazelton is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Minnesota →
Elder Law in Bemidji
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
Gary Hazelton is one of 52,999 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Minnesota →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Bemidji
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 Bemidji 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.
Bemidji Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Bemidji-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 Bemidji Choose Gary Hazelton
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 Gary Hazelton's practice in the field of personal injury, workers comp, litigation, and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Gary Hazelton brings 41+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in North Dakota, Minnesota, and U.S. District Court, District of North Dakota, Gary Hazelton can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, workers comp, and litigation, Gary Hazelton can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Bemidji
A Bemidji-based practice means Gary Hazelton attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Gary Hazelton Handles in Bemidji
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Gary Hazelton has experience with under Minnesota law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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