Joann Winkels Evenson

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Joann Winkels Evenson

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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 29 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Saint Cloud, MN
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Family, Divorce & Separation, Mediation

1011 Second Street North., P.O. Box 307, Saint Cloud, MN

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About Joann

Biography

JoAnn Evenson, a native of Albany, Minnesota, received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Minnesota - Morris in 1989. She graduated from the University of Minnesota Law School, cum laud...

Practice Areas

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Employment and Labor 50%

50%
Family 35%

35%
Divorce and Separation 10%

10%
Mediation 5%

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Fees and Rates

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Awards

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Licenses

Licensed in North Dakota for 27 years

State: North Dakota

Acquired: 1999

Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Minnesota for 29 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1996

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Franz Hultgren Evenson, P.A. (Neils, Franz, Chirhart, Hultgren & Evenson P.A.--former name)

1011 Second Street North., P.O. Box 307, Saint Cloud, MN, 56302

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Neils, Franz, Chirhart, Hultgren & Evenson P.A. (former name)

1011 Second Street North, PO Box 307, Saint Cloud, MN, 56302

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Evenson Decker P.A.

1011 2nd Street N, Suite 201, St. Cloud, MN, 56302

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Posted by Diana | May 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney

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JoAnn Evenson Highly recommend

Within the first 1/2 hour of interviewing JoAnn and Aaron, I knew this firm was where I was supposed to be. There was a greater force at play. I felt heard and understood; something I hadn't felt with my prior attorney. My divorce was extremely complicated (long term marraige, business interests, non...-marital property issues, prenuptial agreement, etc.) and very scary for me. they put me at ease with their knowledge, respect, and compassion. There was always a prompt return on questions and emails. They are upfront, organized, efficient, logical thinkers. Their legal assistant, Jamie, did a great job creating spreadsheets to summarize financials. This put everything into perspective for me. I was Impressed! And best of all, when my case was over my settlement was much more than I expected! Knowledgeable pros! I highly recommend Joann Evenson and Aaron.

Posted by Cynthia | May 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney

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JoAnn Evenson

JoAnn took the time to explain every step that would happen in my divorce proceedings and continued to explain as the divorce proceedings went forward. She worked very hard to get things done as quickly as possible despite the lawyer my ex husband hired, who seemed to never have things completed on t...ime. Even my ex commented how effecient my lawyer was. JoAnn has a very caring yet strong personality that is needed to protect her client's legal rights. I would highly recommend JoAnn.

Posted by Darla | March 4, 2016 | Hired Attorney

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Smart and Compassionate Lawyer

I worked with Joann Evenson during my very complicated divorce. Joann made a very stressful situation easier. She is very compassionate and I felt like she really cared for me as a person and she wanted to do the best to help me and do what was best for my young children. It was a divorce that in...volved restraining orders, child custody, and division of large amounts of property and assists. Joann was and is very knowledgeable in all those areas. I would say that the area that Joann shined the most was in the courtroom. During our numerous visits to the courthouse I could tell that each of the Judge's respected her and really listened to her. She was always prepared and organized. I always walked out of the courthouse feeling that Joann got all the information I needed for her to get to the Judge, therefore I knew he would make a fair judgement. Also, I want to mention that Joann's paralegal was fantastic. I knew that anytime I talked with her that she would get the information I needed to Joann. She is also so caring and compassionate, as well. Together they make a perfect team.

Posted by anonymous | October 6, 2015 | Hired Attorney

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Honest, Hard Working, Champion

JoAnn Evenson has helped me immensely through my hardships. She has fought for and beside me being considerate and caring of the needs of me and my family. When she represents a person she overseas every detail without missing out or taking advantage of what you put in or what you expect. She carr...ies herself very highly and is extremely professional in all her dealings with you inside and outside of courts including other attorneys. I would highly suggest you go to JoAnn for legal assistance as she is direct, courteous, and meticulous. You'll feel very happy and safe knowing you have such a tenuous person to represent you and trust me, you need someone like her.

Posted by Melody | May 28, 2013

Joann Winkels Evenson - Professional Review Highly Recommended

Joann was very knowledgeable, very thorough, and very professional. She worked with me on domestic violence and divorce. She was great to work with and I would highly recommend her.

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

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Work Experience

2004 - Present

Shareholder Attorney, Franz Hultgren Evenson P.A.

1900 - Present

Shareholder, Evenson Decker P.A.

1997 - 2004

Attorney, Pennington & Lies, P.A.

1996 - 1997

Judicial Law Clerk, Olmsted County Court --State of MN

Associations

2015 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Section

Seminar Planning Committee

2015 - Present

Law Help Center (Stearns County Law Library)

Trustee

2015 - Present

Girl Scouts of MN WI Lakes and Pines

Board of Directors

2012 - Present

St. Cloud Opportunities

2011 - Present

Granite Rotary

2008 - Present

Stearns County Master Gardeners

Past Treasurer

2006 - Present

Executive Plaza Condo Association

Vice President, Past President

2005 - Present

Forum of Executive Women

2004 - Present

St Cloud Area Legal Services

Past President

2003 - Present

Mid-Minnesota Legal Assistance

Vice President

1999 - Present

Minnesota Women Lawyers

1999 - Present

Minnesota Women Lawyers (Central chapter)

Past President, Founding Member

1997 - Present

John E. Simonett American Inn of Court

Past President

1997 - Present

Stearns-Benton County Bar Association

Board of Directors

1997 - Present

St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce

1996 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

2011 - 2012

Winter Nights & Lights Parade Committee

2006 - 2015

Girl Scouts of MN WI Lakes and Pines

Troop Leader

2004 - 2007

Preschool Child Development Center Board

Chair

1997 - 2011

St. Cloud Sertoma Club

Education

2011

Mediation Center for Dispute Resolution with Hamline University

Family Mediation Skills Training

1996

University of Minnesota Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

MA - Masters

1989

University of Minnesota, Morris

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Business to Business Meeting Featured Speaker

Estate Planning

2013

Continuing Legal Education: Joint Physical Custody in Minnesota

Joint Physical Custody in Minnesota

Languages

English

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