Atty. James Barry Peterson

Atty. James Barry Peterson

James Barry Peterson is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, litigation. James received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Duluth Duluth 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About James Barry Peterson at a glance

James Barry Peterson is a Partner based in Duluth, Minnesota. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1987), U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1989), Wisconsin (1999), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin (1999). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1987) and University of Wisconsin (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Eleventh District. Serands clients in Duluth, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Barry Peterson is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, litigation
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • James practices in Duluth, MN

Practice Areas Explained

James Barry Peterson's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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 Barry Peterson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Minnesota →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

James Barry Peterson is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Minnesota →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James Barry Peterson is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Minnesota →

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 Duluth 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 Barry Peterson

Where is James Barry Peterson's law office located?
James Barry Peterson's law practice is located in Duluth, Minnesota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Barry Peterson handle?
James Barry Peterson focuses on personal injury, workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has James Barry Peterson practiced law?
James Barry Peterson has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did James Barry Peterson go to law school?
James Barry Peterson earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact James Barry Peterson for a consultation?
You can contact James Barry Peterson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James Barry Peterson received?
James Barry Peterson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 1987
B.A.
University of Wisconsin
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1989
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1999

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