Atty. James F Sheldon

Atty. James F Sheldon

James F Sheldon is a lawyer practicing estate planning, business, state, local and municipal law and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Miami University of Ohio in 1969, and has been licensed for 51 years.

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Profile Summary

About James F Sheldon at a glance

James F Sheldon is a estate planning, business, real estate, tax, and government attorney based in Apple Valley, Minnesota. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1975). Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 1975) and Miami University of Ohio (B.S., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Apple Valley, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James F Sheldon is a lawyer practicing estate planning, business, state, local and municipal law and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Miami University of Ohio in 1969, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • James practices in Apple Valley, MN

Practice Areas Explained

James F Sheldon's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James F Sheldon is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Minnesota →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James F Sheldon is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Minnesota →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James F Sheldon is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Minnesota →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

James F Sheldon is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Minnesota →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

James F Sheldon is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 Apple Valley 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 F Sheldon

Where is James F Sheldon's law office located?
James F Sheldon's law practice is located in Apple Valley, Minnesota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James F Sheldon handle?
James F Sheldon focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, tax, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has James F Sheldon practiced law?
James F Sheldon has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did James F Sheldon go to law school?
James F Sheldon earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.S., 1969).
How can I contact James F Sheldon for a consultation?
You can contact James F Sheldon directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James F Sheldon received?
James F Sheldon's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
William Mitchell College of Law
- 1975
B.S.
Miami University of Ohio
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1975

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