Atty. James W. Balmer

Atty. James W. Balmer

James W. Balmer practices at Falsani, Balmer, Peterson & Balmer Read Full Bio

Duluth Duluth 53 yrs experience 53 year
Call (218) 524-4401 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James W. Balmer at a glance

James W. Balmer is a Senior Partner based in Duluth, Minnesota, practicing at Falsani, Balmer, Peterson & Balmer. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on personal injury and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1973), U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1974), Wisconsin (1984), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin (1984). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1973) and University of Minnesota (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Duluth, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

James W. Balmer practices at Falsani, Balmer, Peterson & Balmer Read Full Bio

Practice Areas Explained

James W. Balmer's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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 W. Balmer is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Minnesota →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

James W. Balmer is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 Duluth 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 W. Balmer

Where is James W. Balmer's law office located?
James W. Balmer's law practice is located in Duluth, Minnesota. The firm is Falsani, Balmer, Peterson & Balmer. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James W. Balmer handle?
James W. Balmer focuses on personal injury, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has James W. Balmer practiced law?
James W. Balmer has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did James W. Balmer go to law school?
James W. Balmer earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact James W. Balmer for a consultation?
You can contact James W. Balmer 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 W. Balmer received?
James W. Balmer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 1973
B.A.
University of Minnesota
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1974
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1986

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