Atty. James A Neal

Atty. James A Neal

James A Neal is a lawyer practicing banking, business and commercial, corporate and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from Iowa State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 47 Years Experience 47 year
Call (612) 887-4534

Profile Summary

About James A Neal at a glance

James A Neal is an Attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Dorsey & Whitney LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business. Admitted to practice in Minnesota U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1979). Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 1979) and Iowa State University (B.A. Political, 1975). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James A Neal is a lawyer practicing banking, business and commercial, corporate and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Iowa State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices at Dorsey & Whitney LLP in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

James A Neal's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A Neal handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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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 Minneapolis 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.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is James A Neal's law office located?
James A Neal's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Dorsey & Whitney LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A Neal handle?
James A Neal focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has James A Neal practiced law?
James A Neal has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James A Neal go to law school?
James A Neal earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A. Political, 1975).
How can I contact James A Neal for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James A Neal received?
James A Neal's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
William Mitchell College of Law
- 1979
B.A. Political
Iowa State University
- 1975

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Minnesota U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1979

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