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4.5 /5.0
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As a Minneapolis divorce attorney with over 25 years of experience in family law, I will work with you so you receive top legal representation matching the needs of you and your family. I am a professionally recognized Minneapolis divorce lawyer experienced in collaboration, mediation, negotiation and litigation. In the process, my role is to guide and support you with both legal advice and expertise but also to provide compassion and understanding. My goal is to give you the tools and support necessary in the legal process and for you to be able to move to the next stage of your life.
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Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
60%
43 years | 382 cases
Alimony
20%
43 years
Child Custody
20%
43 years | 104 cases
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Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Minnesota for 42 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Jane Van Valkenburg
5881 Cedar Lk Rd S, Minneapolis, MN, 55416-1492
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Posted by Anne | June 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Expert, respectful, caring
My experience with Jane Van Valkenburg was a very positive one. She managed all of puzzle pieces associated with divorce from beginning to end. She's clearly an expert in her field and I was highly satisfied with her work and the outcome of the divorce. I'm thankful that a friend gave me Jane's na...
Posted by David | November 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce and Child Custody
My separation and divorce was difficult, as I'm sure it is for most. My biggest concern was my daughter and how it would affect her. Jane has extensive experience and offered sound advice, helping me to achieve the results I was looking for. She was attentive and helpful every step of the way. I a...
Posted by Kathy | June 23, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Compassionate and Competent
Going through a divorce is traumatic and trying. I found that having not only a highly competent professional on your side, but also a calming and compassionate person who genuinely cares about me was invaluable. Jane is not only a top level attorney but an even more top notch person. I recommen...
Posted by Elizabeth | November 19, 2009 | Family
Knowledgeable, tough, compassionate, caring
As a lawyer myself, I was not thrilled with the idea of having to pay for one; but I was smart enough to know that family law is its own animal. So when issues involving my children with my ex-husband arose, I did some research and met with a couple of lawyers, but as soon as I met Jane I knew I had...
Posted by anonymous | November 20, 2009
Lawyer
In the most difficult time of my life, Jane was a blessing. Very calm and infomative, not dramatic, and most importantly, Jane has a heart. She understands this is a challenging time, and vengeance is not a worthwhile approach. Recommended to me by a friend, Jane was extremely flexible, honest, an...
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Experience
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2024
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2023
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2022
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2021
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2020
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2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Top Rated Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2018
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Top 100 women lawyers, SuperLawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
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2012
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2011
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2009
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Work Experience
1994 - Present
Partner, Dove Fretland & Van Valkenburg, PLLP
Associations
2005 - Present
Minnesota Collaborative Law InstituteMember
1983 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember
1983 - Present
Hennepin County Bar AssociationMember
Education
1983
William Mitchell College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
University of Minnesota
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2015
Minnesota State Bar Association
Elder Law Handbook
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can we provide our printed out photos on regular white sheets as proves for adjustment of status?
01 Oct 2018
Q&A
Can I buy or lease a new car when we are separated and not yet filed divorce? We don’t have joint bank account. I only work
10 Sep 2018
Q&A
How to gain custody of minor children when ex wife is trying to hide an illegal immigrant?
04 Sep 2018