Atty. John A Cairns

Atty. John A Cairns

John A Cairns is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law, bankruptcy & debt and 5 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Carleton College in 1963, and has been licensed for 60 years.

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Profile Summary

About John A Cairns at a glance

John A Cairns is a formation, family law, business, real estate, and bankruptcy attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1966). Educated at Duke University (LL.B., 1966) and Carleton College (B.A., 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John A Cairns is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law, bankruptcy & debt and 5 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Carleton College in 1963, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • John practices in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

John A Cairns's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John A Cairns handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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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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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John A Cairns

Where is John A Cairns's law office located?
John A Cairns's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John A Cairns handle?
John A Cairns focuses on formation, family law, business, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has John A Cairns practiced law?
John A Cairns has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did John A Cairns go to law school?
John A Cairns earned their education at (LL.B., 1966); (B.A., 1963).
How can I contact John A Cairns for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John A Cairns received?
John A Cairns's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Duke University
- 1966
B.A.
Carleton College
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1966

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