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  • Wayzata, MN
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About James

Have you been charged with a crime? Please call (952) 260-0649 for a free consultation.

James Ventura has been practicing law since 1983. With his 33 years of experience he has been able to help many people accused of serious crimes.

Jim is licensed to practice law in Minnesota District Courts, Minnesota Federal Court, Minnesota Court of Appeals, Minnesota Supreme Court, United States Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals, Arizona Federal Court and the United States Supreme Court.

James believes in fighting for the best outcome for his clients, given their individual predicament. He strives to reach this goal each and every day. James has defended people accused of DWI, possession of firearms, drug possession/sale, domestic assault, assault (felony, gross misdemeanor, and misdemeanor), aggravated assault, sexual assault, aggravated robbery, terroristic threats, burglary and many other crimes.

James belongs to many organizations such as the Minnesota Society for Criminal Justice, Douglas K. Amdahl American Inn of Court, Minnesota Association for Justice, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. James has also been awarded a SuperLawyer every year since 1999!

If you find yourself suspected or charged with a crime, James offers a consultation over the phone or in his office at absolutely no charge. James is willing to walk you through the law, court process, and defenses to the charge(s) in which you are facing. Please call James M. Ventura, Attorney at Law for a free consultation today! (952) 473-8064.

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Practice areas

Criminal defenseDUI and DWI
  1. DUI and DWI: 50%

  2. Criminal defense: 50%

Languages spoken

English

Contact

James M. Ventura, Attorney at Law

1000 Twelve Oaks Center Dr
Suite 100
Wayzata, MN, 55391-4704

Website
http://www.jamesventuralaw.com 

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      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      MNAuthorized to Practice198310/18/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
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      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      AV RatingMartindale-Hubbell2016
      Super LawyerMinnesota Super Lawyers2016
      Super LawyerMinnesota Super Lawyers2015
      2014 Volunteer of the YearLawyers Professional Responsibility Board2014
      Super LawyerMinnesota Super Lawyers2014
      Super LawyerMinnesota Super Lawyers2013
      Super LawyerMinnesota Super Lawyers2012
      Super LawyerMinnesota Super Lawyers2011
      Super LawyerMinnesota Super Lawyers2010
      Super LawyerMinnesota Super Lawyers2009
      Super LawyerMinnesota Super Lawyers2008
      Super LawyerMinnesota Super Lawyers2007
      Super LawyerMinnesota Super Lawyers2006
      Super LawyerMinnesota Super Lawyers2005
      Super LawyerMinnesota Super Lawyers2004
      Super LawyerMinnesota Super Lawyers2003
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      Attorney/OwnerJames M. Ventura, Attorney at Law1991 - Present
      PartnerJohnson Wood1990 - 1991
      Associate AttorneyJohnson Wood1985 - 1990
      Associate AttorneyGrathwol, Oberhasuer and Randall1983 - 1985
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Minnesota Society for Criminal JusticeMemberN/A
      Minnesota State Bar AssociationMemberN/A
      Federal Bar AssociationMemberN/A
      Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMemberN/A
      National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMemberN/A
      Minnesota Associate for JusticeMemberN/A
      Douglas K. Amdahl American Inn of CourtMemberN/A
      United States Supreme CourtAttorney and CounselorN/A
      Minnesota Supreme CourtAttorney and CounselorN/A
      United States District Court for the District of MinnesotaAttorney and CounselorN/A
      United States District Court for the District of ArizonaAttorney and CounselorN/A
      United States Eighth Circuit Court of AppealsAttorney and CounselorN/A
      Minnesota District CourtsAttorney and CounselorN/A
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      William Mitchell College of LawJD - Juris Doctor1983
      University of MinnesotaSociology and Criminal Justice1978

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      Recommended

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      Mr.Ventura was easy to work with, and knowledgeable. He was reassuring at each stage of the process
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      Excellent lawyer, highly recommend.

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      Working with Jim was a good experience. He was positive and very good at explaining the situation and the possible outcomes. He would tell some relatable stories that helps a person feel better, and also reminds you in a good way to make better decisions and the more severe consequences if what happened, were to happen again. I would highly recommend Jim because of his character and attitude and the wealth of knowledge he has. He was able to get me through my case with ease and understanding, taking a lot of stress off my shoulders, and making me feel better about the situation, and reassuring me that we will get through it.
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      Total confidence in this lawyer

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      When you hire Jim, you rest assured you’re on good hands. I had total confidence in him. He was extremely knowledgeable on DWI enforcement and law. He was always willing to answer any questions I had at any hour. I would highly recommend Jim.
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      Third time was a charm!

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      Unfortunately when it comes to hiring a lawyer there are many out there that don't take your situation seriously, its only a job and a pay check to them IMO. In my situation I had false charges brought against me and never had any prior criminal charges so obviously I had no idea how to find the best lawyer to defend me. 1st one was a referral from a website (not AVVO) and I caught them saying one thing and doing another FIRED! 2nd one finally admitted just dragging things out to go to trial to further their own career FIRED! Then finally I found JIm on the AVVO site, he had the situation fixed after the second meeting with the Prosecuting Attorney. Jim was very calm and concise with his approach and got both charges throw out in a proficient manner. Hopefully I'll never need another criminal defense lawyer again but will be calling Jim for sure if the need ever arises. Do yourself a favor and call Jim first and not waste a lot of time, money, and frustration like I did.
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      Great Experience

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      I recently worked with Jim on a DUI and forfeiture case. Jim was very helpful in walking us through the process and explaining our options. He helped us feel comfortable in a tough situation. Although, there wasn’t a way to get the case dropped, we had the best possible outcome. We were able to get our vehicle back without going to court! I would definitely recommend Jim to anyone I know in the future!
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      Professional and Excellent

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      I appreciate Mr. Ventura representing me. He was knowledgeable and explained each part of the process in my case very well. I would recommend his services to others.
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      DWI

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      James did an excellent job representing me for a DWI offense. I highly recommend his services.
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      simply the best

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      I am a recent client of James Ventura and am very knowledgeable about the practice of law. what do you get with a great lawyer? You get: superior knowledge of the law a deep understanding of how the process actually works high level of communication and explanation a large amount of experience someone with knowledge of the players someone who has earned the respect of the players someone who will leave no stone unturned someone who uses individual case analysis rather than characterization someone who can fight as well as negotiate Oh, and one other thing---success. that what you get when you get James Ventura
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      Always there!

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      Mr. Ventura has represented myself and more than one of my family members over the last 20 years. He has always gotten right back to us. He has protected our rights and we have been completely satisfied in every situation. I can not say enough about Mr. Ventura true concern for the welfare of his clients.
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      Mr. Ventura is an excellent lawyer. A 5 out of 5 star review. I am extremely satisfied with the results of my case. I sincerely appreciate James's concern for me as an individual and his quick wits and ability to see things differently. I will recommend him to anyone and I will choose him in any future legal matters to represent me. He composes himself in the most professional manner possible.
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      Lawyer Rahul Aggarwal

      Rahul Aggarwal, Unknown Attorney on Mar 8, 2018
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services.

      Lawyer Gregory Bachmeier

      Gregory Bachmeier, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 9, 2017
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I have worked with JIm with co-defendants on two separate cases. The first case was a felony kidnapping which was reduced to a disorderly conduct. The second case was a theft case which was dismissed. Jim does excellent work and I would not hesitate to work with him again.

      Lawyer Rahul Aggarwal

      Rahul Aggarwal, Unknown Attorney on Mar 8, 2018
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services.

      Lawyer Gregory Bachmeier

      Gregory Bachmeier, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 9, 2017
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I have worked with JIm with co-defendants on two separate cases. The first case was a felony kidnapping which was reduced to a disorderly conduct. The second case was a theft case which was dismissed. Jim does excellent work and I would not hesitate to work with him again.

      Lawyer Adam T. Johnson

      Adam Johnson, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 28, 2016
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Lawyer Margaux Coady Soeffker

      Margaux Soeffker, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 4, 2016
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I've seen Jim in action when I clerked in district court and I've worked together with Jim on a legal matter. He is an excellent attorney.

      Lawyer Bruce A Boeder

      Bruce Boeder, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 26, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. I have referred numerous clients to Jim for representation in criminal defense matters and they have been uniformly pleased with his representation and the results of the representation.

      Lawyer John Leif Fossum

      John Fossum, Criminal defense Attorney on May 2, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Jim is an excellent trial lawyer and does great work for his clients. He is tenacious and creative.

      Lawyer Douglas Troy Kans

      Douglas Kans, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 29, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. I fully endorse Jim as an excellent criminal defense lawyer who is very knowledgeable and fights diligently for his clients.

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