Atty. Thomas John Pappenfus

Atty. Thomas John Pappenfus

Thomas John Pappenfus is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, workers compensation law, real estate law and 6 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.S. degree from St.

Alexandria Alexandria 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About Thomas John Pappenfus at a glance

Thomas John Pappenfus is a Member based in Alexandria, Minnesota, practicing at Pappenfus Law Office. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wills, trusts, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1992). Educated at Hamline University (J.D., 1991) and St. Johns University (B.S., 1987). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Douglas County and Minnesota State Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Minnesota Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Alexandria, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas John Pappenfus is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, workers compensation law, real estate law and 6 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from St. Johns University in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Thomas practices at Pappenfus Law Office in Alexandria, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas John Pappenfus's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Wills

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Trusts

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Wrongful Death

Thomas John Pappenfus 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.

Thomas John Pappenfus is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 Alexandria 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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Common questions about Thomas John Pappenfus

Where is Thomas John Pappenfus's law office located?
Thomas John Pappenfus's law practice is located in Alexandria, Minnesota. The firm is Pappenfus Law Office. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas John Pappenfus handle?
Thomas John Pappenfus focuses on car accidents, wills, trusts, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Thomas John Pappenfus practiced law?
Thomas John Pappenfus has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Thomas John Pappenfus go to law school?
Thomas John Pappenfus earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1987).
How can I contact Thomas John Pappenfus for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas John Pappenfus received?
Thomas John Pappenfus's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Hamline University
- 1991
B.S.
St. Johns University
- 1987

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1992

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