Atty. R. James Maxson

Atty. R. James Maxson

Assistant State's Attorney, Ward County, North Dakota, 1974-1976. North Dakota State Senator, 1986-1994.

Minot Minot 53 J. Erfahrung 53 year
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Profile Summary

About R. James Maxson at a glance

R. James Maxson is a Member based in Minot, North Dakota, practicing at Maxson Law Office, P.C.. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in North Dakota (1973) and U.S. District Court, District of North Dakota (1973). Educated at University of North Dakota (J.D., 1973) and Moorhead State University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of President, 1980) State Bar Association of North Dakota North Dakota Trial Lawyers Association (State President, 1984) The Association of Trial Lawyers of America (State Delegate, 1985-2000, Ward County Bar Association. Serands clients in Minot, ND and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Über uns

  • Assistant State's Attorney, Ward County, North Dakota, 1974-1976
  • North Dakota State Senator, 1986-1994
  • Democratic National Committeeman, North Dakota, 2000-2008

Practice Areas Explained

R. James Maxson's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

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

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Civil Litigation

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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 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 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 R. James Maxson

Where is R. James Maxson's law office located?
R. James Maxson's law practice is located in Minot, North Dakota. The firm is Maxson Law Office, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does R. James Maxson handle?
R. James Maxson focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Dakota.
How long has R. James Maxson practiced law?
R. James Maxson has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did R. James Maxson go to law school?
R. James Maxson earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact R. James Maxson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has R. James Maxson received?
R. James Maxson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of North Dakota
- 1973
B.A.
Moorhead State University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Dakota
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, District of North Dakota
Admitted: 1973

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