Atty. James Thomas McNary

Atty. James Thomas McNary

Atty. James Thomas McNary is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate and trust administration, business succession planning.

Red Wing Red Wing 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About James Thomas McNary at a glance

James Thomas McNary is an Attorney/Shareholder based in Red Wing, Minnesota, practicing at McNary Law Office, P.A.. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1988) and Wisconsin (2012). Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 1988) and University of Wisconsin-River Falls (B.S., 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Minnesota State (Member, Executive Council, Agricultural Law Section, 1989—) and American (Member, Executive Council: Young Lawyers' Division Agricultural Law Committee, 1989-1990 Young Lawyers' Division Creditor-Debtor Committee, 1989—) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Red Wing, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Atty. James Thomas McNary is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate and trust administration, business succession planning
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin-River Falls in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • James practices at McNary Law Office, P.A. in Red Wing, MN

Practice Areas Explained

James Thomas McNary's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

James Thomas McNary is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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 Red Wing 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 Thomas McNary

Where is James Thomas McNary's law office located?
James Thomas McNary's law practice is located in Red Wing, Minnesota. The firm is McNary Law Office, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Thomas McNary handle?
James Thomas McNary focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has James Thomas McNary practiced law?
James Thomas McNary has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did James Thomas McNary go to law school?
James Thomas McNary earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S., 1985).
How can I contact James Thomas McNary for a consultation?
You can contact James Thomas McNary 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 Thomas McNary received?
James Thomas McNary's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
William Mitchell College of Law
- 1988
B.S.
University of Wisconsin-River Falls
- 1985

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1988
Wisconsin
Admitted: 2012

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