Atty. John Stephen Foster

Atty. John Stephen Foster

John Stephen Foster is a lawyer practicing banking law, commercial law, business litigation and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About John Stephen Foster at a glance

John Stephen Foster is a Managing Partner based in Grand Forks, North Dakota, practicing at Zimney Foster P.C.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in North Dakota (1976). Educated at University of North Dakota (J.D., 1976) and University of Wisconsin (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Grand Forks, ND and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Stephen Foster is a lawyer practicing banking law, commercial law, business litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • John practices at Zimney Foster P.C. in Grand Forks, ND

Practice Areas Explained

John Stephen Foster's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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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.

John Stephen Foster is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in North Dakota →

Creditor Rights & Collections

John Stephen Foster is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in North Dakota →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

John Stephen Foster is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in North Dakota →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Dakota

Practicing law in North Dakota. Legal matters in North Dakota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Grand Forks are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Dakota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Dakota 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 North Dakota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Stephen Foster

Where is John Stephen Foster's law office located?
John Stephen Foster's law practice is located in Grand Forks, North Dakota. The firm is Zimney Foster P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Stephen Foster handle?
John Stephen Foster focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Dakota.
How long has John Stephen Foster practiced law?
John Stephen Foster has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did John Stephen Foster go to law school?
John Stephen Foster earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact John Stephen Foster for a consultation?
You can contact John Stephen Foster 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 John Stephen Foster received?
John Stephen Foster's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of North Dakota
- 1976
B.A.
University of Wisconsin
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Dakota
Admitted: 1976

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