Atty. James R Cope
James R Cope is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance defense, civil trials and 7 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Gustavus Adolphus College in 1979, and has been licensed for 39 years.
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James R Cope is an Associate based in Virginia, Minnesota, practicing at Cope & Peterson, Ltd.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1987). Educated at Hamline University (J.D., 1987) and Gustavus Adolphus College (B.A. University, 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Minnesota Defense Lawyers Association Association of Defense Trial Attorneys Propane Gas Defense Association. Serands clients in Virginia, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James R Cope is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance defense, civil trials and 7 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from Gustavus Adolphus College in 1979, and has been licensed for 39 years
- James practices at Cope & Peterson, Ltd. in Virginia, MN
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James R Cope is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Minnesota →
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 R Cope is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Minnesota →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
James R Cope is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Minnesota →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
James R Cope is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Minnesota →
James R Cope is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Minnesota →
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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 Virginia 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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