Atty. James E. Malters
James E. Malters is a lawyer practicing personal injury, litigation, insurance law and 1 other area of law.
Insurance Law & More Attorney · Serving Worthington, MN · 47+ Years Experience
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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.
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About James E. Malters
- 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
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James E. Malters's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E. Malters handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Worthington.
Personal Injury in Worthington
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 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Minnesota →
Product Liability in Worthington
James E. Malters is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Minnesota →
Civil Litigation in Worthington
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James E. Malters is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Minnesota →
Insurance Law in Worthington
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
James E. Malters is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Minnesota →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Worthington
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.
Worthington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Worthington-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 Worthington Choose James E. Malters
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 E. Malters's practice in the field of personal injury, product liability, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James E. Malters brings 47+ 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, South Dakota, and Iowa U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota and U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota, James E. Malters can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, product liability, and litigation, James E. Malters can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Worthington
A Worthington-based practice means James E. Malters 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 E. Malters Handles in Worthington
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