Jessica Lynn Sterle

Jessica Lynn Sterle

4.2
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

Family Lawyer at Duluth, MN
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +3 more

3904 Grand Ave, Duluth, MN

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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 26 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 2000

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Jessica L Sterle PA

3904 Grand Ave, Duluth, MN, 55807-2841

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Jessica Lynn Sterle's Reviews

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4.2 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Posted by Tim | August 03, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

A very professional lawyer with true compassion

I found Jessica to be one of the most honest, caring, and diligent individuals that I've dealt with in my professional career, as well as my personal life. At no time did I ever have to ask where we were at. She guided me through a bitter divorce, and acted as a friend and advisor as to what to expec...t and how to respond in a very uneasy situation. Her knowledge of human nature, and divorce law, made all of the difference when things got tough. Make no mistake, she was always in my corner, but advised me to be fair and compassionate in a situation where it would have been very easy to react instead of respond. I hope that I never need her services again, but if I do, she will be my first call.

Posted by Robert | August 03, 2014

5 Star Service

Jessica did an amazing job for me. From the initial meeting to the final decision. She was right there for me. Her knowledge of the law was incredible, taking a very difficult case and turning it into a success for me. I would highly recommend Jessica.

Posted by anonymous | August 03, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Professional, knowledgeable, caring.

When I went to Jessica for my divorce I had no idea what my legal rights were. She not only advised me of my rights but, guided me along the process with care and genuine concern for my well being. Any questions I had she was able to answer in a way that was clear and understandable to a person , lik...e myself , who is not well versed in law. She did an outstanding job, and I would definetly recommend her services.

Posted by Brenda | July 22, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Highly recommend

I hired Jessica initially several years ago for a divorce - and have used her multiple times over the last few years for related matter. I have found her completely responsive - excellent communication by phone & by email (which I prefer). She has given rock solid advice to protect me & my interest...s and I always felt she had my back. I have recommended her to multiple friends in similar situations. I will continue to do so.

Posted by Bob | July 21, 2014

public defender would be better

I hired Ms. Sterle two years ago. She seemed inexperienced and unfamiliar with the area of law she was representing me in. After I fired her, she refused to turn over evidence I had entrusted her with as my attorney, to my new attorney. Demanding exorbitant "duplicating fees".

Jessica Sterle

Replied last July 21, 2014

There are times when clients have unreasonable expectations that attorneys cannot change no matter how much they wish they could. It is difficult to hear information one does not want to hear. Clients sometimes want to blame their attorney for things that have happened in their lives, and that is unfortunate for everyone involved. Attorney/client privilege protects clients' information from being made public for good reasons although it prohibits attorneys from correcting misinformation. I wish I could fix the heading of this post - Public Defenders do not represent clients in family matters. They only represent clients in certain criminal and juvenile matters. If you are looking for a family law attorney, please don't contact your local Public Defender's office as they cannot help you as my former client thinks. I want to correct this misstatement so folks don't go in the wrong direction for information. I wish this former client of mine, who is posting under a false name, the best. Hopefully she has successfully made her way through her divorce trial and case with some positive closure. Jessica Sterle

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Jessica Lynn Sterle's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lianne Guenther

Family lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Kohlmeyer

Family lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jessica is one of the few "Go To" lawyers in Northern Minnesota. As a Southern MN lawyer I know they do things differently up there and you need an expert like Jessica on your Family Law case. I fully endorse her!"

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Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Rising Star, Minnesota Law & Politics

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Jessica L. Sterle

2003 - 2006

Staff Attorney, Legal Aid of NE Minnesota

2001 - 2003

Assistant County Attorney, Saint Louis County Attorney Office

2001 - 2003

Law Clerk, St. Louis County Courts

Associations

2008 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association, 11th District Bar Association

Board Member

2006 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2006 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association, 11th District Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Volunteer Attorney Program

Volunteer Attorney

2013 - 2014

Minnesota State Bar Association, 11th District Bar Association

President

2002 - 2003

Duluth New Lawyers

Past President

Education

1998

William Mitchell College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

Hamline University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Duluth Community Education

Divorce Basics

Languages

English

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