Jillian Kathleen Duffy

Jillian Kathleen Duffy

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 19 years

Family Lawyer at Minneapolis, MN
Practice Areas: Family, Mediation, Litigation, Business

4800 Olson Memorial Hwy, Suite 225, Minneapolis, MN

About Jillian

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 80%

•Divorce / Uncontested Divorce •Child Custody •Parenting Time •Child Support •Property Division •Spousal Maintenance (alimony) •Third Party Custody or Visitation •Grandparent Visitation •Paternity •Prenuptial Agreements

19 years

80%
Business 5%

•Contracts and agreements, drafted and reviewed •Employment manuals, employee agreements •Business set-ups and start-ups •Corporate restructuring •Dispute resolution

19 years

5%
Litigation 5%

19 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 19 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 2006

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Robinson | Duffy, PLLC

4800 Olson Memorial Hwy, Suite 225, Minneapolis, MN, 55422

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Jillian Kathleen Duffy's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

5 star (6)
4 star (0)
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Posted by Nicole | October 31, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thank you for everything you did!

Jillian K. Duffy is reliable, trustworthy and will get great results for you. She set me at ease from the first moment we discussed my case. I never once felt inconvenienced and was able to move along with my life as the case progressed. We worked together through mediation and then again in court, w...ith great success! I’m going to be completely honest here, Duffy is often one of, if not THE smartest person in every room she enters. Having her as your lawyer will ensure that your case is handled with the upmost of care and consideration, alongside a razor-sharp intellect. I doubt she loses often; she even educated our judge (politely, of course) on a few cases to back our stance up; cases that he later used in his findings. If I ever find myself in need of a lawyer again, my decision will be simple, Jill Duffy, we are 1-0 so far! Thank you again for everything you did for me!

Posted by Jenn | January 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Divorce Lawyer Ever

Jillian is a fantastic lawyer. A co-worker referred her to me and I could not be happier with the service I received. I retained Jillian to help me navigate my divorce in 2017. She is proactive, smart, responsive, honest, straight-forward and aggressively looked out for my best interests. Jillian was... able to convince my ex-husband (and his lawyer) to agree to a settlement that worked for both of us and avoid a long, drawn out court battle. I have already referred Jillian to other friends that need a great attorney and I will continue to recommend her.

Posted by Ashley | January 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Attorney

Jillian is prompt, proactive and very well connected to the community. I needed her advice with several Child Specialists and she was able to make great recommendations based on working with them prior. I have worked with Jillian for the last 5 years on a regular basis and trust her with my life.

Posted by Zachary | January 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Dependable and diligent lawyer

Jill is a terrific lawyer, offering pragmatic solutions to her clients and promoting the virtues of compromise, yet fearless if a matter requires litigation. She enjoys good relationships with other members of the bar and the judicial officers before whom she appears. She's sharp, practical, and stra...tegic. I fully endorse this attorney.

Posted by Allison | January 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

BEST LAWYER IN THE WORLD

I used Jillian Duffy for my divorce and received nothing short of EXCELLENT service. She was was very knowledgeable and explained everything to me at every step in the process. She were very clear on potential outcomes and, in the end, I was granted a divorce with fair results. I never once questione...d her work ethic and they always made me feel like I was a top priority. It was truly a wonderful experience during a very difficult time and for that I am beyond appreciative. I recommend this law firm to anyone who wants a team that will work for them and make them feel like they have a partner.

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Jillian Kathleen Duffy's Lawyer Endorsements

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Amanda Bloomgren

Family lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Jill both as opposing counsel and along side her in various matters. I enjoy working with her. She advocates strongly for her clients. I have often referred potential clients to her when I have a conflict or when she has more expertise in an area."

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Dawn Speltz

Family lawyer

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Amanda Bloomgren

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

The Top Women Attorneys in Minnesota 2018, SuperLawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2015

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2014

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2013

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney, Robinson | Duffy, PLLC

2008 - 2011

Attorney, Hellmuth & Johnson, PLLC

2006 - 2007

Attorney, Montgomery, Kolodny, Amatuzio & Dusbabek, LLP

Associations

Minnesota Lavendar Bar Association

Member

Hennepin County Bar Association

Member

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In re the Matter of: Covington vs. Eckstrom... (MN Ct. App. A14-1262)

Trial Court Order Upheld

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Education

2006

William Mitchell College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

University of Minnesota, Duluth

BA - Bachelor of Arts

2002

College of St Scholastica

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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