Atty. Paul James Phelps

Atty. Paul James Phelps

Paul James Phelps is a lawyer practicing plaintiffs personal injury, wrongful death, litigation and 2 other areas of law. Paul received a B.S. degree from University of Minnesota in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years.

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Profile Summary

About Paul James Phelps at a glance

Paul James Phelps is a Member based in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, practicing at Sawicki & Phelps, P.A.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, ssd, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1987), U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1988), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1991), and Wisconsin (1994). Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 1987) and University of Minnesota (B.S., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Wisconsin Minnesota State and American Bar Associations Minnesota Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Inver Grove Heights, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Paul James Phelps is a lawyer practicing plaintiffs personal injury, wrongful death, litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.S. degree from University of Minnesota in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Paul practices at Sawicki & Phelps, P.A. in Inver Grove Heights, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Paul James Phelps's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

Paul James Phelps is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Minnesota →

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.

Paul James Phelps is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Minnesota →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Paul James Phelps is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Minnesota →

Securities Law

Paul James Phelps is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Minnesota →

Civil Litigation

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

Paul James Phelps is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Inver Grove Heights 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 Paul James Phelps

Where is Paul James Phelps's law office located?
Paul James Phelps's law practice is located in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota. The firm is Sawicki & Phelps, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul James Phelps handle?
Paul James Phelps focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, ssd, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Paul James Phelps practiced law?
Paul James Phelps has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Paul James Phelps go to law school?
Paul James Phelps earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact Paul James Phelps for a consultation?
You can contact Paul James Phelps 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 Paul James Phelps received?
Paul James Phelps's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
William Mitchell College of Law
- 1987
B.S.
University of Minnesota
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1991
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1994

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