$ 310-350 per hour
About James
Biography
Attorney James Teigland is a Moorhead native who graduated from Park Christian High School of Moorhead in 2006 and attended Minnesota State University Moorhead where he studied Economics until he graduated in 2010. Mr. Teigland attended William Mitchell College of Law from 2010-2013, and is licensed to practice in Minnesota and North Dakota.
While attending law school, Mr. Teigland volunteered as a Law Clerk at the Council on Crime and Justice, clerked for Judge John P. Smith, Externed at Merrill Corporation, and was a Legal Assistant at the Sortland Law Office.
After law school Mr. Teigland started his own firm, Teigland Law Office, PLLC, before merging with the Fremstad Law Firm.
Mr. Teigland is currently an Attorney at the Fremstad Law Firm where he practice primarily in the areas of collections, partnership disputes, business disputes, commercial disputes, personal injury, real estate disputes and other civil matters.
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
15%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in North Dakota for 12 years
State: North Dakota
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in Minnesota for 12 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Fremstad Law Firm
3003 32nd Ave S, Suite 240, Fargo, ND, 58103
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Posted by Janet | November 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Recommend this lawyer!
James did a great job with our land dispute at our lake home! He was very knowledgeable, asked multiple questions to get a better understanding of our situation, did the research and our family won our case! James was easy to work with and I would highly recommend him!
Posted by Bryan | October 28, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Tax
Truly Great Lawyer
I hired James to assist me in a dispute over property taxes with Cass County North Dakota. It was a complicated issue and it was difficult to know what would be the ideal position to take in the matter. I was able to consult with James regarding the risks, costs, and benefits of various positions. He...
James Arthur Teigland's Lawyer Endorsements
"James is wise beyond his years! I have been fortunate to work with James on all manner of litigation from big to small, personal injury to complex commercial and construction litigation. I strongly endorse James."
"I have worked with James now for a few years. He and I tried a murder case together. His level of dedication and preparation was impressive. I endorse James and would recommend him to anyone."
"I endorse this lawyer. James has tremendous enthusiasm and brings a great depth of knowledge to his practice. James is hard working, dedicated, and an enjoyable individual to work with. I have no reservation recommending him."
"It is reassuring to have an attorney like James available to whom I can refer clients with potential litigation issues. He takes the time to listen to his clients and to work closely with them in advocating for them and reaching a satisfactory solution."
"James is the attorney you want in your corner. He is as friendly as he is professional. I endorse James without hesitation."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Great Plains Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Great Plains Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Great Plains Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Great Plains Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Great Plains Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Great Plains Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Attorney, Fremstad Law Firm
2013 - 2014
Member and Attorney, Teigland Law Office, PLLC
2012 - 2012
Legal Extern, Merrill Corporation
2012 - 2013
Legal Assistant, Sortland Law Office, PLLC
2011 - 2011
Judicial Law Clerk to Judge John Smith, Minnesota Judicial Branch
Associations
2014 - Present
North Dakota State Bar Association
2014 - Present
Moorhead Business Association
2014 - Present
Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce
2014 - Present
North Dakota State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section
2010 - Present
Minnesota State Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
THT v. JW
Asset reclaimed and financial judgment obtained.
DJ v. TB
Asset reclaimed and financial judgment obtained.
RB v. ML
Successfully repossessed AG equipment.
MM v. MK
Judgment for Plaintiff. Judgment Satisfied.
MPM v. Tenants
Judgment for Plaintiff
AE v CK
Judgment for Plaintiff
K.H. v. B.B., Cass County ND District Court
Dismissal for Respondent.
State v. C.H., Cass County ND District Court
Plea
L.S. v. L.L, Clay County MN District Court
Settled
M.O. v. K.J., Clay County MN District Court.
Dismissal for Respondents.
Midland v. Magnum, Cass County ND District Court
Default judgment satisfied by voluntary payment.
J.R. v. D.R., Williams County ND District Court
Dismissed on Summary Judgment
State v. Stewart, 2014 ND 165.
Criminal conviction reversed and case remanded.
Education
2013
William Mitchell College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
Minnesota State University, Moorhead
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Grad School 101
Law School Preparation and Admissions
Publications
2017
Fremstad Law Blog
Lawsuits. How are they started?
2015
Fremstad Law Blog
Lawsuits and Litigation.
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
Had my bank account cleaned out by a lawyer I was gonna challenge since I never got notice of anything?
10 Jan 2019
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Can I sue valvoline for bad work, my car just dump all the oil from the engine when I just got the oil change done yesterday ?
13 Jan 2019
Q&A
Why as the winner of a case do I need to cover half of mediation costs?
03 Jan 2019