Atty. James E Ostgard II

Atty. James E Ostgard II

James E Ostgard II is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal defense, mediation and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Luther College in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About James E Ostgard II at a glance

James E Ostgard II is a Member based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Ostgard Law Office. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, criminal defense, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1979) and U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth and Fifth Circuits (1979). Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 1979) and Luther College (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Minnesota State Bar Association (Member, Criminal Law Section) National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Committee Member, Contributing Editor, Lawyers Assistance Strike Force) Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James E Ostgard II is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal defense, mediation and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Luther College in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices at Ostgard Law Office in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

James E Ostgard II's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

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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.

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Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

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

James E Ostgard II is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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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Common questions about James E Ostgard II

Where is James E Ostgard II's law office located?
James E Ostgard II's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Ostgard Law Office. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E Ostgard II handle?
James E Ostgard II focuses on wrongful death, criminal defense, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has James E Ostgard II practiced law?
James E Ostgard II has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James E Ostgard II go to law school?
James E Ostgard II earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact James E Ostgard II for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James E Ostgard II received?
James E Ostgard II's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
William Mitchell College of Law
- 1979
B.A.
Luther College
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth and Fifth Circuits
Admitted: 1979

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