Atty. James S Simonson
James S Simonson is a lawyer practicing commercial, appellate practice, complex and multi-district litigation and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin, and has been licensed for 67 years.
Appellate Practice & More Attorney · Serving Minneapolis, MN · 67+ Years Experience
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About James S Simonson at a Glance
James S Simonson is a Principal based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Lathrop GPM LLP. They have 67+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1959. Their practice focuses on business, class action, product liability, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1959). Educated at Harvard Law School J.D. (—) and University of Wisconsin B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James S Simonson
- James S Simonson is a lawyer practicing commercial, appellate practice, complex and multi-district litigation and 2 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin, and has been licensed for 67 years
- James practices at Lathrop GPM LLP in Minneapolis, MN
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James S Simonson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James S Simonson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Minneapolis.
Business & Corporate Law in Minneapolis
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Class Action in Minneapolis
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Product Liability in Minneapolis
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Appellate Practice in Minneapolis
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Minneapolis
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 venue, 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.
Minneapolis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Minneapolis-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Minneapolis Choose James S Simonson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James S Simonson's practice in the field of business, class action, product liability, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James S Simonson brings 67+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, class action, and product liability, James S Simonson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Minneapolis
A Minneapolis-based practice means James S Simonson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James S Simonson Handles in Minneapolis
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