Atty. James Carson Whedbee Bock

Atty. James Carson Whedbee Bock

My primary objective is to be an effective advocate for my clients' best interests and desires. While I am extremely mindful of a client's desires, and listen and make myself available to hear and provide feedback on exactly what a client's desires are, sometimes it is necessary to provide advice that is not what a client expects, or wants to hear.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 28 yrs experience 28 year
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About James Carson Whedbee Bock at a glance

James Carson Whedbee Bock is a Partner based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at JCWB ESQ. LLC. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on contracts, criminal defense, family law, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1998) and Minnesota (2017). Educated at University of Minnesota Law School (J.D., 1998) and University of Minnesota, Carlson School of Business (B.S.B., 1994). Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • My primary objective is to be an effective advocate for my clients' best interests and desires
  • While I am extremely mindful of a client's desires, and listen and make myself available to hear and provide feedback on exactly what a client's desires are, sometimes it is necessary to provide advice that is not what a client expects, or wants to hear
  • It is precisely because of this philosophy I have been successful in difficult situations, cases and adversarial litigation, yet hopefully I have maintained outstanding client relationships
  • Representative Sports clients include: • J Paul Robinson, Head Wrestling Coach, University of Minnesota • John R. Anderson, Head Baseball Coach, University of Minnesota • John R. Means, Head Men's Golf Coach, University of Idaho • Ryan Rindels, Head Golf Professional (PGA), Town & Country Club • Marcus McKenzie: formerly with Austin Wranglers/AFL, Columbus Destroyers/AFL, Chicago Rush/AFL, San Francisco Demon/XFL • Michael J

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drafted 2001 by Detroit Tigers, MLB • Arland R

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III, WR Toronto Argonauts, CFL formerly with San Francisco 49ers/NFL, Winnipeg Blue Bombers/CFL, Kansas City Chiefs/NFL

Practice Areas Explained

James Carson Whedbee Bock's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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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 Carson Whedbee Bock

Where is James Carson Whedbee Bock's law office located?
James Carson Whedbee Bock's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is JCWB ESQ. LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Carson Whedbee Bock handle?
James Carson Whedbee Bock focuses on contracts, criminal defense, family law, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has James Carson Whedbee Bock practiced law?
James Carson Whedbee Bock has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did James Carson Whedbee Bock go to law school?
James Carson Whedbee Bock earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.S.B., 1994).
How can I contact James Carson Whedbee Bock for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota Law School
- 1998
B.S.B.
University of Minnesota, Carlson School of Business
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1998
Minnesota
Admitted: 2017

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