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Joseph James LeBlanc
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Biography
Joseph J. LeBlanc is a Minneapolis labor and employment law attorney, licensed to practice in both state and federal court, who provides personalized, attentive service to employers and employees throughout Minnesota.
In addition to being a Rule 114 qualified civil mediator and a Rule 114 qualified family mediator, Joseph is a mediator with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and has also mediated for the Minnesota Department of Human Rights.
Joseph is a graduate of Hamline University School of Law, where he earned certificates in Business Law, Advocacy and Problem Solving, and Global Arbitration Law and Practice. He served as the student director of Hamline’s Employment Discrimination Mediation Representation Clinic, and was a recipient of the Clinical Legal Education Association’s Outstanding Clinical Student Award for his work with the clinic. He was also a national finalist in the ABA Mediation Representation Competition.
In addition to his J.D., Joseph has a Master of Business Administration and a Master of Human Resource Management. Before returning to school to study law, he worked as human resources executive for a national corporation.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Discrimination
30%
13 years
Employment and Labor
30%
13 years
Mediation
25%
13 years
Wrongful Termination
15%
13 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
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Licensed in Minnesota for 13 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2012
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Location
Law Offices of Joseph James LeBlanc
222 South Ninth Street, Suite 1600, Minneapolis, MN, 55402
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Posted by Rob | September 30, 2015 | Employment & Labor
Excellent Attorney
Joe is an excellent attorney with an abundance of knowledge in both employment and labor law. He has the knowledge to successfully navigate his client's claims in mediation, arbitration and traditional legal paths. Joe is a trustworthy and zealous advocate for his clients.
Posted by Pam | July 27, 2015 | Wrongful Termination
Joe is a winner
Joe represented me in my wrongful termination arbitration. Joe was knowledgeable, responsive and very respectful to me. He was always calm when I was dealing with a very emotional situation, being a great listener and then giving good advise and perspective to the arbitration procedure. Joe would e...
Posted by Traci | June 24, 2015 | Employment & Labor
Savvy, Reliable, and Honest
Joe LeBlanc has been, and continues to be, a great asset to my workplace. All of our cases are labor related, and Joe has proved time and time again how knowledgeable he is in this area. He is great at communicating with his clients and you will never feel like you are 'out of the loop' or 'uninfor...
Joseph James LeBlanc's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Joseph is well-known in the mediation community. He is experienced and has a great skill to help lead parties in the right direction. I recommend his services."
"Joe is an exceptional mediator, attorney, and advocate for his clients. He is a skilled negotiator at resolving even the most difficult employment disputes in an efficient and cost-effective manner. With a background in human resources, Joe leverages his experience and talents to create viable solutions where others only see problems. I would highly recommend Joe to any person with an employment dispute, and even refer my own clients to him. You are in good hands with Joe."
"I have known Joe for more than five years, and during this time, Joe has consistently demonstrated a strong knowledge of labor and employment law. Joe is a dedicated and zealous advocate for his clients, and I would not hesitate to recommend him for any labor and employment law matter."
"I have known Joe LeBlanc since law school, and I can personally attest to his superior knowledge of employment and labor law. From the first day I met Joe it was clear he possessed a keen intellect and a first-class work ethic, but what really separated him from his peers was his extremely welcoming demeanor and his innate ability to be reasonable. I would not hesitate to refer potential clients to Joe—I know he will treat them right."
"Joe is a good advocate and a savvy employment law attorney, and I strongly endorse him."
"I strongly endorse Joe LeBlanc in the area of employment law. I have worked with him in the past and continue to exchange referrals with him. He has always provided excellent representation and effective service to his clients, as he brings a knowledgeable and practical approach to his cases. His is a very strong advocate, and can handle all areas of employment and labor law."
"I endorse this lawyer. Joe has proven time and time again that he is competent in both his skill level and his expertise with any project he works on. I have worked on numerous projects with Joe and he is diligent, detailed, and informative. He represents everything you want in an attorney. Joe takes special care to make sure he meets any timelines, informs you of any changes in circumstances, and overall keeps you up to date on your whole case. It has been an honor to work on projects with Joe and I would recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, skillful, and dedicate attorney."
"Joe is a great person to work with! He is very knowledgeable about all things employment related and will work hard for you or your client. His background in human resources shows in his skills as a lawyer. If you are looking for the traditional stuffy lawyer, Joe isn’t for you. Joe will work to find amicable solutions when possible but isn’t scared of a tough fight when needed. He is approachable, smart and quick-witted. Everyone I know that has worked with Joe has been 100% satisfied in the job he has done."
"Joe is a very knowledgeable and intelligent lawyer and is an effective advocate for his clients. I wouldn't hesitate to call Joe for any employment/labor law matter."
"Joe is a compassionate attorney who cares for all of his client's needs. He is extremely skilled in matters involving employment and labor law in both alternative dispute and traditional legal resolutions."
"Joe is an excellent mediator and negotiator with a sharp understanding of employment and labor law. He possesses a wealth of interpersonal skills that enable him to be a tireless advocate for his clients' interests while simultaneously being able to build bridges with opposing parties in reach just and reasonable dispute resolutions."
"Joe is invested in each of his clients, and works hard to make sure that they feel comfortable with every decision made in their case. He is accessible to clients, and really gets to know them so that he can give them the best advice possible for their situation."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
Outstanding Clinical Student Award, Clinical Legal Education Association
Work Experience
2018 - Present
General Counsel, Counsel
2012 - Present
Attorney / Mediator, LeBlanc Law and Mediation
2012 - Present
Attorney, U.S. DISTRICT COURT, DISTRICT OF MINNESOTA
2011 - Present
Mediator, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Associations
2017 - Present
Minnesota State Bar Association, Alternative Dispute Resolution SectionChair
2016 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationADR Treasurer
2015 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationADR Council
2012 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationADR Section
2012 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationLabor and Employment Law Section
Education
2012
Hamline University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2012
Hamline University School of Law
Certificate
2012
Hamline University School of Law
Certificate
2012
Hamline School of Law
Qualification
2010
Hamline University School of Law
Certificate
2010
Hamline School of Law
Qualification
2009
Keller Graduate School of Management, DeVry University
Master of Human Resource Management
2007
Keller Graduate School of Management, DeVry University
Master of Business Administration in Management
2004
University of St. Thomas
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Minnesota State Bar Association, CLE Committee
How to Manage Client Expectations in your next Employment Law Mediation - For Attorneys and Mediators
2015
University of Minnesota school of Law
Employment Law Mediation
2015
Hamline School of Law
Employment Law lecture
2015
CLE
Employment Law Mediation
2014
University of Minnesota School of Law
Employment Law Mediation
2014
Hamline School of Law
Employment Law Lecture
2013
Hamline School of Law
Employment Law Lecture
2013
Hamline School of Law
Mediation Simulation
Languages
English