Atty. James A Payne

Atty. James A Payne

James A Payne is a lawyer practicing environmental law. James received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1968, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About James A Payne at a glance

James A Payne is a Member based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at The Environmental Law Group, Ltd.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on environmental. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1976). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1975) and Dartmouth College (A.B., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James A Payne is a lawyer practicing environmental law
  • James received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1968, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • James practices at The Environmental Law Group, Ltd. in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

James A Payne's Areas of Practice

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

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource 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 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 James A Payne

Where is James A Payne's law office located?
James A Payne's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is The Environmental Law Group, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A Payne handle?
James A Payne focuses on environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has James A Payne practiced law?
James A Payne has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did James A Payne go to law school?
James A Payne earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (A.B., 1968).
How can I contact James A Payne for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James A Payne received?
James A Payne's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 1975
A.B.
Dartmouth College
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1976

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