Atty. James V Gerharter

Atty. James V Gerharter

James V Gerharter is a lawyer practicing family law, marriage & prenuptials, divorce & separation and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1971, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About James V Gerharter at a glance

James V Gerharter is a Member based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at James V. Gerharter. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, poa, and alimony. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1983). Educated at Hamline University (J.D., 1983) and University of Minnesota (B.A., 1971). Active member of Hennepin County (Member, Family Law Section Past Member, Panels on: Juvenile Defense Juvenile Conflicts) and Minnesota State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James V Gerharter is a lawyer practicing family law, marriage & prenuptials, divorce & separation and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1971, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • James practices at James V. Gerharter in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

James V Gerharter's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Power of Attorney

James V Gerharter is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Minnesota →

Alimony / Spousal Support

James V Gerharter is one of 10,688 alimony attorneys indexed nationally. Browse alimony 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 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 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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Where is James V Gerharter's law office located?
James V Gerharter's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is James V. Gerharter. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James V Gerharter handle?
James V Gerharter focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, poa, alimony. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has James V Gerharter practiced law?
James V Gerharter has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did James V Gerharter go to law school?
James V Gerharter earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1971).
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Education

J.D.
Hamline University
- 1983
B.A.
University of Minnesota
- 1971

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1983

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