Atty. James L Wiant

Atty. James L Wiant

James L Wiant is a lawyer practicing lending law, commercial transactions, bankruptcy (creditor representation) and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Colorado State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years.

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About James L Wiant at a glance

James L Wiant is a Shareholder based in St. Cloud, Minnesota, practicing at Rinke Noonan. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, construction, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1979) and U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1980). Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 1979) and Colorado State University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in St. Cloud, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James L Wiant is a lawyer practicing lending law, commercial transactions, bankruptcy (creditor representation) and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Colorado State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices at Rinke Noonan in St. Cloud, MN

Practice Areas Explained

James L Wiant's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

James L Wiant is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Minnesota →

Construction Law

James L Wiant is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Minnesota →

Creditor Rights & Collections

James L Wiant is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights 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 St. Cloud 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 L Wiant

Where is James L Wiant's law office located?
James L Wiant's law practice is located in St. Cloud, Minnesota. The firm is Rinke Noonan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James L Wiant handle?
James L Wiant focuses on business, bankruptcy, construction, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has James L Wiant practiced law?
James L Wiant has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James L Wiant go to law school?
James L Wiant earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact James L Wiant for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James L Wiant received?
James L Wiant's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
William Mitchell College of Law
- 1979
B.A.
Colorado State University
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1980

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