Atty. James B Vessey

Atty. James B Vessey

James B Vessey is a lawyer practicing civil rights. James received a B.S. degree from Lawrence College in 1951, and has been licensed for 71 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 71 yrs experience 71 year
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About James B Vessey at a glance

James B Vessey is a civil rights attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. They have 71+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1955. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1955). Educated at University of Wisconsin (LL.B., 1955) and Lawrence College (B.S., 1951). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James B Vessey is a lawyer practicing civil rights
  • James received a B.S. degree from Lawrence College in 1951, and has been licensed for 71 years
  • James practices in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

James B Vessey's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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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Where is James B Vessey's law office located?
James B Vessey's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James B Vessey handle?
James B Vessey focuses on civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has James B Vessey practiced law?
James B Vessey has 71+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1955.
Where did James B Vessey go to law school?
James B Vessey earned their education at (LL.B., 1955); (B.S., 1951).
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What awards or recognition has James B Vessey received?
James B Vessey's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

LL.B.
University of Wisconsin
- 1955
B.S.
Lawrence College
- 1951

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1955

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