Atty. Jon William Backes
Jon William Backes is a lawyer practicing business litigation, business law, real estate law and 7 other areas of law. Jon received a B.S. degree from Dakota Northwestern University n/k/a Minot State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 36 years.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Minot, ND · 36+ Years Experience
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About Jon William Backes at a Glance
Jon William Backes is a Member based in Minot, North Dakota, practicing at McGee, Hankla, Backes & Dobrovolny, P.C.. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, family law, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1990) and North Dakota (1993). Educated at University of North Dakota (J.D., 1990) and Dakota Northwestern University n/k/a Minot State University (B.S., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Denver and Ward County (President, 1996) Bar Associations The Colorado Bar Association State Bar Association of North Dakota and Vice President, North Dakota State Board of Higher Education Member, Minot State University Foundation Past President, Minot Catholic Schools Foundation. Serves clients in Minot, ND and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jon William Backes
- Jon William Backes is a lawyer practicing business litigation, business law, real estate law and 7 other areas of law
- Jon received a B.S. degree from Dakota Northwestern University n/k/a Minot State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Jon practices at McGee, Hankla, Backes & Dobrovolny, P.C. in Minot, ND
Practice Areas Explained
Jon William Backes's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jon William Backes handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Minot.
Probate in Minot
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Personal Injury in Minot
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.
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Family Law in Minot
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Estate Planning & Probate in Minot
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 in Minot
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Jon William Backes is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in North Dakota →
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Minot
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 Minot 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 venue, 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.
Minot Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Minot-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Minot Choose Jon William Backes
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Jon William Backes's practice in the field of probate, personal injury, family law, estate planning, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jon William Backes brings 36+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Colorado and North Dakota, Jon William Backes can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, personal injury, and family law, Jon William Backes can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Minot
A Minot-based practice means Jon William Backes attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Jon William Backes Handles in Minot
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