Atty. James A Schaps
James A Schaps is a lawyer practicing car accidents, corporate law, business litigation and 6 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from College of St.
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving St. Paul, MN · 41+ Years Experience
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About James A Schaps at a Glance
James A Schaps is a Member based in St. Paul, Minnesota, practicing at Hansen, Dordell, Bradt, Odlaug & Bradt, P.L.L.P.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on car accidents, personal injury, business, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1985), U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1985), and Wisconsin (1991). Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 1984) and College of St. Thomas (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Ramsey County and Minnesota State Bar Associations State Bar of Wisconsin and Minnesota Defense Lawyers Association. Serves clients in St. Paul, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James A Schaps
- James A Schaps is a lawyer practicing car accidents, corporate law, business litigation and 6 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from College of St. Thomas in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
- James practices at Hansen, Dordell, Bradt, Odlaug & Bradt, P.L.L.P. in St. Paul, MN
Practice Areas Explained
James A Schaps's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A Schaps 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.
James A Schaps is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Minnesota →
Personal Injury in St. Paul
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.
James A Schaps is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Minnesota →
Business & Corporate Law in St. Paul
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James A Schaps is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Minnesota →
Workers Compensation in St. Paul
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
James A Schaps is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Minnesota →
Civil Litigation in St. Paul
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James A Schaps is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Minnesota →
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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 James A Schaps
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 James A Schaps's practice in the field of car accidents, personal injury, business, workers comp, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James A Schaps 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 Minnesota, U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota, and Wisconsin, James A Schaps can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, personal injury, and business, James A Schaps 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 James A Schaps 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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Common Legal Issues James A Schaps Handles in St. Paul
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James A Schaps 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact James A Schaps directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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