Atty. Tim A Staum
Tim A Staum is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, litigation, family law and 2 other areas of law. Tim received a B.S. degree from University of South Dakota, and has been licensed for 38 years.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Minneapolis, MN · 38+ Years Experience
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About Tim A Staum at a Glance
Tim A Staum is a Member based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at DeWitt LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on family law, business, litigation, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1988) and U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1988). Educated at University of Minnesota J.D. cum laude University of Minnesota J.D. Cum Laude (—) and University of South Dakota B.S. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hennepin County (Member, Sections on Civil Litigation and Family Law) Ramsey County and Minnesota State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Tim A Staum
- Tim A Staum is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, litigation, family law and 2 other areas of law
- Tim received a B.S. degree from University of South Dakota, and has been licensed for 38 years
- Tim practices at DeWitt LLP in Minneapolis, MN
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Tim A Staum's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Tim A Staum handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Minneapolis.
Family Law in Minneapolis
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Business & Corporate Law in Minneapolis
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Civil Litigation in Minneapolis
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Mediation & Arbitration in Minneapolis
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Appellate Practice in Minneapolis
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Minneapolis
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 Minneapolis 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 venue, 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.
Minneapolis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Minneapolis-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 Minneapolis Choose Tim A Staum
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 Tim A Staum's practice in the field of family law, business, litigation, adr, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Tim A Staum brings 38+ 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 Minnesota and U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit, Tim A Staum can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering family law, business, and litigation, Tim A Staum can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Minneapolis
A Minneapolis-based practice means Tim A Staum 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 Tim A Staum Handles in Minneapolis
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