Jessica Lynn Sterle

Jessica Lynn Sterle

4.2
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 25 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 25 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 chris | August 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent

I hired Jessica for a divorce because I needed someone tough and knowledgeable. When I first met her she told me what to expect, had a work sheet to get going, and when the time came i was ready because of our first meeting. I must say her assistant also deserves credit. Jessica constantly answered q...uestions from me about the process and explained every part very well. She was dead on every detail. I had to move on to another attorney and she recommended someone who was able to pick right up where Jessica left off, and then Jessica furnished her with everything and even did a little extra. I would hire her for any family law you need.

Posted by anonymous | March 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Outstanding Representation

I retained Jessica's services for a parenting time dispute recently. She is a professional through and through. Her knowledge and communication far exceeded my expectations. She kept me well informed of my options and how things were progressing in my case every step of the way. She always responded ...to questions in a very timely manner without a bunch of legal terms. I highly recommend Jessica to handle any family matter cases to anyone looking for a great attorney.

Posted by anonymous | February 18, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

5 Stars!

I have had the pleasure of having Jessica as my divorce attorney through a long, emotional and messy divorce. With Jessica, as well as her paralegal Mary, I have always felt equally comfortable when I needed to sob my heart out, as well as when I needed to ask the serious questions. Jessica is extre...mely knowledgeable in all aspects of divorce law and is a true firecracker in the courtroom. Jessica is excellent at helping the amateur navigate the legal system and explaining legal jargon into terms that makes sense. Besides her assertive nature in the courtroom, Jessica is a very compassionate woman with empathy; she truly understands the emotional and physical demands a divorce takes on oneself. Jessica is very responsive and well organized; she does not miss, nor forget, a single piece of information and stays on top of notifying her client of any changes, regardless of how insignificant they may be. Jessica and Mary do not only make you feel like their only client, they truly made you feel like a friend. To this day, years later, I am still remembered by my first name and always welcomed.

Posted by anonymous | August 05, 2014 | Family

Family Divorce with a child

Jessica always looks out for the best interest of her client and their childern. She is very knowledgable with family law. She is very fair and realistic. She is proactive and gets the job done quickly in a timely manner. Her assistant Mary is also very knowledgable and helpful. I would recommen...t her to anyone that is needing a divorce laweer. Especally someone that has children and you are concerned with your custody rights.

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.

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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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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2007

Rising Star, Minnesota Law & Politics

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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