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Joe aggressively represents seriously injured individuals and their families. Focusing his work in North Dakota and Minnesota, Joe represents people in serious injury claims, such as those suffering from traumatic brain injuries, amputations, and severe burns. Joe is sought after by both individuals and attorneys from other states, for highly specialized cases such as those harmed by railroads, liquor establishments, medical providers, and toxic products such as asbestos. Joe has represented numerous railroad workers that have been injured on the job through the FELA, including several record settlements.
While he primarily represents individuals in Minnesota and North Dakota (where he is from), Joe has litigated cases in twenty-four states with a great deal of success, including several record settlements. He has been named a rising star for personal injury litigation and is licensed in North Dakota and Minnesota.
Joe also teaches torts (including personal injury) to law students at William Mitchell College of Law. He has been asked to author several professional articles about important legal issues by law reviews and other prestigious publications.
In a landmark railroad case before the U.S. Supreme Court, Joe authored an amicus curiae brief that was twice cited by Justice Ginsburg in her majority opinion.
Joe has also volunteered with the Pet Project Rescue, Volunteer Lawyers Network, the Minnesota State Bar Association — Civic Education Committee, the American Red Cross, and in New Orleans on behalf of Hurricane Katrina victims
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Chat withState: North Dakota
Acquired: 2011
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State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2008
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2150 N 3rd Avenue, Suite 350, Anoka, MN, 55303
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Posted by Lois | April 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Amazing Job!
Joe was very informational, and precise on what the next steps would be, explaining how things will transpire. He is a kind and patient person!!! If I had any questions, Joe and his staff were always very quick to respond to any of our needs/concerns. We felt our case was handled with the utmost i...
Posted by Kim | October 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Thorough, Thoughtful and Professional
I couldn't have asked for a more patient and professional attorney. Joe is prompt in responding. He explained everything in detail and he gave me best and worst scenarios. He put my mind at ease more times than I can count and I appreciate his demeanor and his patience.
Posted by Tom | June 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Insurance
Aggressive Advocate
Joe worked extensively with me on a very long, drawn out litigation with an insurance company. He kept me informed of developments, gave me guidance as far as what actions I needed to take, and gave me honest feedback on his opinions at various decision points in the case. The case settled for more t...
Posted by anonymous | June 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Great lawyer
Joe is a great lawyer he went the extra mile for me. I would hire him anytime.
"Joe is a tireless advocate for those who have been injured by the wrongdoing of others. He has significant experience in catastrophic injury cases and has had success handling cases all over the country."
"Joe is an exceptionally talented lawyer. He is smart and tough, and never stops fighting for his clients.He also has a history of excellent results for his clients."
Personal injury lawyer
2016
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2016
Life Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2015
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2015
Life Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2014
Rising Star, Minnesota Super Lawyers
2015 - Present
Attorney, Bolt Hoffer Boyd
2014 - Present
Adjunct Professor, William Mitchell College of Law
2013 - 2014
Attorney, Sieben Polk Law Firm, Hastings, Mn
2010 - 2013
Attorney, Yaeger Jungbauer Barczak
2008 - 2010
Judicial Clerk, Judicial Clerkship--Ellen Maas
2015 - Present
Anoka County Bar AssociationEducation Committee
2010 - Present
American Association for JusticePublication Committee
2010 - Present
Minnesota Association for Justice
Multi-million dollar settlement
Significant pre-suit settlement
Landmark FELA Supreme Court Case
Settled
Settled
Settled During Trial
N/A
JD
N/A
BS - Bachelor of Science
2013
FELA and Railroad Litigation
2011
Relationship Building
2017
2012
2011
English
Spanish
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