Atty. James H. Stewart

Atty. James H. Stewart

James H. Stewart is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate planning, probate and 2 other areas of law.

Duluth Duluth 59 yrs experience 59 year
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About James H. Stewart at a glance

James H. Stewart is a Senior Counsel based in Duluth, Minnesota, practicing at Fryberger, Buchanan, Smith & Frederick, P.A.. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1967), Wisconsin (1982), and Michigan U.S. Tax Court U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1998). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1967) and St. John's University (B.A., 1961). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Eleventh District, Minnesota State (Chairperson, Tax Section, 1993-1994) and American Bar Associations State Bar of Wisconsin. Serands clients in Duluth, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James H. Stewart is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate planning, probate and 2 other areas of law
  • James H. received a B.A. degree from St. John's University in 1961, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • James H. practices at Fryberger, Buchanan, Smith & Frederick, P.A. in Duluth, MN

Practice Areas Explained

James H. Stewart's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

James H. Stewart is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Minnesota →

Trusts

James H. Stewart is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Minnesota →

Probate

James H. Stewart is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Minnesota →

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 H. Stewart is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Minnesota →

Tax Law

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

James H. Stewart is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Duluth 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 H. Stewart

Where is James H. Stewart's law office located?
James H. Stewart's law practice is located in Duluth, Minnesota. The firm is Fryberger, Buchanan, Smith & Frederick, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James H. Stewart handle?
James H. Stewart focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has James H. Stewart practiced law?
James H. Stewart has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did James H. Stewart go to law school?
James H. Stewart earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.A., 1961).
How can I contact James H. Stewart for a consultation?
You can contact James H. Stewart 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 H. Stewart received?
James H. Stewart's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 1967
B.A.
St. John's University
- 1961

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1967
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1982
Michigan U.S. Tax Court U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1998

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