$ 250-295 per hour
James C. Whelpley
About James
Biography
Jim Whelpley was admitted to practice law in Minnesota in 1975, the Court of Military Appeals in 1976, the U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota in 1981 and the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals in 1982. He is also licensed as a lawyer in Wisconsin. Jim started as a lawyer in the Marine Corps, where he handled both criminal and civil cases. He has handled a broad range of cases over the last 38 years, including thousands of divorces and hundreds of bankruptcies.
Jim always looks for a way to help every client, including those that choose to represent themselves, either because they have limited funds or simply because they want to represent themselves.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Bankruptcy and Debt
40%
42 years
Family
40%
47 years
Estate Planning
10%
42 years
Litigation
10%
47 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Wisconsin for 13 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Licensed in Minnesota for 50 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 1975
No misconduct found
Location
James Whelpley & Associates
2151 Hamline Ave N Ste 202, Roseville, MN, 55113-4226
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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Divorce & Separation
Posted by anonymous | November 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
A very good attorney
Mr. Whelpley is a very good attorney who is full of knowledge in family law filed , and his high writing skills in law language that makes divorce case become simple and easy. Thanks ! Mr. Whelpley !
Posted by Judy | January 16, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
James Whelpley
Jim is an excellent lawyer. He was a great support and advocate for me in two instances. He took over my divorce case in 1987 when my first lawyer left for personal reasons. That time, we went all the way to the Supreme Court. In 2010, my ex-husband demanded that we return to court. Jim was my su...
James C. Whelpley's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. James is an excellent experienced, lawyer who is tough, fair, and works hard for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. He knows the law well. He cuts to the chase. He stays on top of his cases. He adapts his approach to the individual case, keeping simple cases simple, but bringing his broad experience to the more complicated matters. He is fair and straightforward about the fees he charges. I recommend Jim often."
Jeffrey Arrigoni
Divorce and separation lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
1998 - Present
Attorney, Twin City Attorneys
1988 - Present
Attorney/President, James Whelpley and Associates, Chtd.
1976 - 1980
Judge Advocate, U.S. Marine Corps
Associations
2008 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
1982 - Present
U.S. Court of Appeals 8th CircuitMember
1981 - Present
U.S. District Court of MinnesotaMember
1980 - Present
U.S. Supreme CourtMember
1980 - Present
Ramsey County Bar AssociationMember
1975 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember
Education
1975
University of Minnesota Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1970
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2004
Fathers Resource Center
Family Law
Publications
2014
James Whelpley Esq
Bankruptcy in Minnesota
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Do i respond to a counter motion we have court in 7 days and I just got the counter motion in the mail yesterday.
19 Mar 2015
Q&A
How do I respond to interrogatories for family court? Are medical records private?
02 Feb 2015
Q&A
Family Law/Civil court procedure: When a finding of perjury - Must be a motion for show cause outside of hearing or during?
01 Feb 2015