Atty. James David Lamm
James David Lamm is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust administration, estate and gift taxation and 5 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from St.
Estate and Gift Taxation & More Attorney · Serving Minneapolis, MN · 29+ Years Experience
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About James David Lamm at a Glance
James David Lamm is a Principal based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Lathrop GPM LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, and estate tax. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1997), North Dakota (1998), South Dakota (1998), and U.S. Tax Court (1999). Educated at University of Minnesota Law School J.D. cum laude (—) and St. John's University B.A. summa cum laude St. John's University B.A. with all-college honors and distinction in the field of Management (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hennepin County and Minnesota State Bar Associations State Bar of North Dakota State Bar of South Dakota. Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James David Lamm
- James David Lamm is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust administration, estate and gift taxation and 5 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from St. John's University, and has been licensed for 29 years
- James practices at Lathrop GPM LLP in Minneapolis, MN
Practice Areas Explained
James David Lamm's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James David Lamm handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Minneapolis.
Trusts in Minneapolis
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Probate in Minneapolis
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Estate Planning & Probate in Minneapolis
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Tax Law in Minneapolis
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
James David Lamm is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Minnesota →
Estate & Gift Tax in Minneapolis
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Minneapolis
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 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.
Minneapolis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Minneapolis-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 Minneapolis Choose James David Lamm
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 David Lamm's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, and estate tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James David Lamm brings 29+ 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, North Dakota, and South Dakota, James David Lamm can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, James David Lamm can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Minneapolis
A Minneapolis-based practice means James David Lamm 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 David Lamm Handles in Minneapolis
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