Atty. James Brian Sheehy

Atty. James Brian Sheehy

James Brian Sheehy is a lawyer practicing wrongful death, personal injury, defective and dangerous products and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About James Brian Sheehy at a glance

James Brian Sheehy is a Member based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at James B. Sheehy. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1989), U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1990), and Wisconsin (2017). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1989) and University of Minnesota (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hennepin County and Minnesota State. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Brian Sheehy is a lawyer practicing wrongful death, personal injury, defective and dangerous products and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • James practices at James B. Sheehy in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

James Brian Sheehy's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

James Brian Sheehy is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Minnesota →

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

James Brian Sheehy is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Minnesota →

Product Liability

James Brian Sheehy is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Minnesota →

Civil Litigation

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

James Brian Sheehy 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 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 Brian Sheehy

Where is James Brian Sheehy's law office located?
James Brian Sheehy's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is James B. Sheehy. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Brian Sheehy handle?
James Brian Sheehy focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has James Brian Sheehy practiced law?
James Brian Sheehy has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did James Brian Sheehy go to law school?
James Brian Sheehy earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact James Brian Sheehy for a consultation?
You can contact James Brian Sheehy 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 Brian Sheehy received?
James Brian Sheehy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 1989
B.A.
University of Minnesota
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1990
Wisconsin
Admitted: 2017

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