Jon Jay Cline

Jon Jay Cline

4.0
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 32 years

Family Lawyer at Fergus Falls, MN
Practice Areas: Family, Personal Injury, Insurance ... +2 more

125 S Mill St, Fergus Falls, MN

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Licenses

Licensed in North Dakota for 23 years

State: North Dakota

Acquired: 2002

Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Minnesota for 32 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1993

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Cline Jensen P.A.

125 S Mill St, Fergus Falls, MN, 56537

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Jon Jay Cline's Reviews

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4.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

Posted by Kyle | July 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very Thankful

I went through a very difficult divorce that also involved the well-being and custody of three young kids. It was an extremely scary proposition to be facing when it all began but JJ kept things in perspective and his team kept me will informed on how the process would work as well as answered any an...d all questions i had. I'm a dad that ended up getting full custody of my kids which isn't likely the most common outcome in these situations. I am very thankful for everything JJ and his team did for my kids and I. I would recommend and have referred clients/friends of mine to him and will continue to do so going forward.

Posted by anonymous | June 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Do not use

I hired Mr. Cline for my divorce. He made me feel like he was going to fight for my needs until he got his retainer. There was an individual who wrote a review and gave Mr. Cline two stars. I experienced the same thing. I had issues and I sent emails addressing those issues. Mr. Cline failed to resp...ond and address my concerns. He was more worried about going on vacation. Mr. Cline failed to work for me, rather he spent more time representing my ex and arguing with me on why we should do what my ex wanted and how need to go that route. Now that we have gone that route, I am unable to see my child because of the extremely high cost of travel. If you want someone to take your money and use it for his vacation, then I would hire Mr. Cline, if you want to be represented I would recommend looking elsewhere. I regret hiring Mr. Cline and I hope no one has to deal with what I had to and not to mention waste a bunch of money.

Posted by Heidi | October 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent representation

I found Mr. Cline and his staff to be expedited in their response in scheduling a consultation, during which I found Jon to be very competent and approachable. His knowledge and previous practice in family law was most useful in addressing the issues and matters at hand-with both case specific detail...s and the administrative process throughout the preparation and attendance to the hearing. Mr. Cline and his staff were prompt in responding to questions and completing necessary tasks. Most importantly, Mr. Cline was very comforting and reassuring, confident in his practice as I found it to be solidified in fact and law and ethically sound. Absolutely would I trust the most important legal concerns in my life with the staff at Cline-Jensen.

Posted by anonymous | October 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Honest, Hard-Working, Great Guy

We have worked with JJ on numerous occasions. First for an accident we were involved in and and second for a family matter. He cares about us and our case, and works hard to get the right outcome. He's morally sound and a pleasure to work with.

Posted by anonymous | October 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Dissolution with Ease

My ex-husband and I came to J.J. Cline to dissolve our marriage. We had an initial meeting with him where he informed us of our options. My ex-husband decided not to be represented by counsel and J.J. clearly informed him of his rights to an attorney of his own choosing. I was provide a questionnai...re and was informed of the information that would need to be provided in order to complete the necessary documents. After, providing the office with the information they requested I was told I would receive a draft shortly thereafter. Approximately a week passed and I was provide a draft of our documents. My ex-husband and I each had an opportunity to review the documents. We both were satisfied with the draft we received. We then scheduled an appointment to sign the documents. At our appointment J.J. read the documents to us and explained each of them to us thoroughly. J.J. was very welcoming and made a difficult situation comfortable. I have recommended others to J.J. Cline in the past and I will continue to recommend others in the future. I am very appreciate of how he took the initiative to understand our unique situation and assist us through the process.

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Ryan Fullerton

Family lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. J.J. is well-respected in our community and is excellent to work with on highly sensitive matters."

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Dennis Hagstrom

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Cline for over 20 years. I am extremely familiar with his legal work and his ethics. There is no one I would recommend with more confidence than Mr. Cline. I have referred clients and even family members to him and I have heard nothing but praise for his work and attention to his client's needs."

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

2017

25 Years of Justice, Legal Services of North West Minnesota

2007

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Attorney, Cline Jensen P.A.

1997 - 2012

Attorney, Svingen, Karkela & Cline P.L.L.P.

Associations

Ottertail County Bar Association

Vice President

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

Education

1993

William Mitchell College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Hamline University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2005

Minnesota Association of Townships Review of Minnesota annexation laws and extra territorial zoning and subdivision control laws

N/A

Minnesota Association of Townships Minnesota Water Law Issues

Languages

English

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