Atty. James E. Malters

Atty. James E. Malters

James E. Malters is a lawyer practicing personal injury, litigation, insurance law and 1 other area of law.

Worthington Worthington 47 Years Experience 47 year

Profile Summary

About James E. Malters at a glance

James E. Malters is a Member based in Worthington, Minnesota, practicing at Malters, Shepherd & Von Holtum. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on personal injury, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1979), South Dakota (1992), and Iowa U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota and U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota (1995). Educated at University of Minnesota Law School (J.D., 1979) and St. John's University (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Minnesota State Bar Association. Serves clients in Worthington, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James E. Malters is a lawyer practicing personal injury, litigation, insurance law and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from St. John's University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices at Malters, Shepherd & Von Holtum in Worthington, MN

Practice Areas Explained

James E. Malters's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E. Malters 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 E. Malters is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Minnesota →

Product Liability

James E. Malters is one of 60,257 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 E. Malters is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Minnesota →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

James E. Malters is one of 109,871 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Worthington 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James E. Malters

Where is James E. Malters's law office located?
James E. Malters's law practice is located in Worthington, Minnesota. The firm is Malters, Shepherd & Von Holtum. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E. Malters handle?
James E. Malters focuses on personal injury, product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has James E. Malters practiced law?
James E. Malters has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James E. Malters go to law school?
James E. Malters earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S., 1976).
How can I contact James E. Malters for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James E. Malters received?
James E. Malters's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota Law School
- 1979
B.S.
St. John's University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1979
South Dakota
Admitted: 1992
Iowa U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota and U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota
Admitted: 1995

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