$ 225-250 per hour
My practice is focused on civil trial matters. There is nothing I like better than standing up in a courtroom and zealously advocating for my clients. This is one of my core values-zealous advocacy. I tend to think well on my feet and this helps me adapt to changes while in court when it comes to presenting a great case for my clients. I also have a great team behind me. We work together to reach the best possible outcome for my clients given their circumstances. Sometimes the best solution is resolution and other times it is litigation. Whatever the circumstances I aggressively advocate the best position for my clients.
My dad was a plumber and he taught me how hard work can pay off. I don’t let anyone out work me. The facts may not be the best or the law might be an uphill battle but no one will work harder than me on a case. That is one of my core values
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Being the youngest of five my siblings liked to tease me that I was “spoiled” by my parents. What I learned however was to be thankful for the things I have and the gifts of friendship by others. Gratitude is one of my core values.
My core values tie in with my abilities to think creatively, work tirelessly, collaborate with others and my clients, communicate effectively and be grateful.
I have been recognized in Chambers USA, and as a Great Plains Super Lawyer. I have been recognized as a rising star by Benchmark Litigation. I am rated AV by Martindale-Hubble.
I also serve as President of the State Bar Association of North Dakota and am council attorney for the Boy Scouts of America.
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Practice Areas
25 years | 50 cases
22 years | 50 cases
25 years | 20 cases
25 years | 15 cases
$ 225-250 per hour
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Acquired: 2023
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State: South Dakota
Acquired: 2014
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State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2002
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State: North Dakota
Acquired: 2001
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10 Roberts St, Po Box 6017, Fargo, ND, 58108-6017
8 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes
Posted by David | October 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Lawyer!
Joe worked on a settlement for me with an insurance company and he worked out a very fair settlement. He was persistent, informed, kept my options open, and I got a lot more money than if I would have done it myself. Working with insurance companies is almost impossible without an attorney and Joe ma...
Posted by Karen | October 06, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Review by retired judge
Joe appeared before me in a number of cases while I served as a judge. The appearances included case management conferences, contested motion hearings and several settlement conferences. Joe was always prepared and handled the matters capably. Equally important, he is compassionate and entirely tr...
Posted by Richard | August 12, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
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Mr. Wetch was our lawyer in a lawsuit regarding fraud as the defendant claimed certain customers would purchase a product that he had a patent pending on and verbally committed that these customer would be purchasing this product. Mr. Wetch contacted a mediator and the case was settled. Mr. Wetch re...
Posted by Dustin | June 11, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent job!
I want to start off by saying Joseph did a wonderful job. He truly has compassion for his clients and is truly concerned with doing whats right for the client. His attention to details is amazing. He guaranteed that our case was well prepared and that we cover all of our basics at all times. No cutti...
Posted by Norman | May 23, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Outstanding Counsel
Mr. Wetch has represented several of our firms and has performed exceptionally well. He brings a keen knowledge of the law and a passion for protecting the interests of his client - to deliver results that are far above & beyond the norm. Mr. Wetch has our best interest in mind and is always avai...
"Joe and I, along with a couple other lawyers, were opposite a case involving a real property title insurance claim. He was courteous, diligent, and competent throughout the multi-party litigation. He's the sort of lawyer who knows his case well and is attentive to his clients, which helps move the case as a whole along."
"I worked with Joe as co-counsel on a personal injury case case and found him be well-prepared for every situation that the case presented. It's also hard to find a more quality man than Joe."
"Mr. Wetch and I represented opposing parties in two complicated construction lawsuits in different jurisdictions. Mr. Wetch aggressively represented his clients while at the same time was always cordial to deal with -- which is the hallmark of a good attorney."
"Joseph is a thoughtful, compassionate, and dedicated attorney who will fight to help his client achieve their goals."
Commercial real estate lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Construction and development lawyer
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Benchmark Litigation
2015
Commercial Litigation Band 3, Chambers USA
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Benchmark Litigation
2014
Commercial Litigation Band 3, Chambers USA
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Commercial Litigation Band 3, Chambers USA
2012
Commercial Litigation Band 3, Chambers USA
2011
Commercial Litigation Band 3, Chambers USA
2010
Commercial Litigation Band 3, Chambers USA
2009
Commercial Litigation Band 3, Chambers USA
2008
Commercial Litigation Band 3, Chambers USA
2015 - Present
North Dakota State Bar AssociationPresident
2003 - Present
Minnesota Association for Justice
2002 - Present
American Association for Justice
2002 - Present
North Dakota Association for Justice
2001 - Present
American Bar Association
2014 - 2015
North Dakota State Bar AssociationPresident-Elect
Summary Judgment affirmed on appeal
verdict for plainiff
Case Affirmed on appeal
Affirmed.
2001
JD - Juris Doctor
2014
Legal Ethics
English