$ 225-250 per hour
Joseph A Wetch Jr.
About Joseph
Biography
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.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Car Accident
35%
25 years | 50 cases
Commercial Real Estate
35%
22 years | 50 cases
Health Care
10%
25 years | 20 cases
Insurance
10%
25 years | 15 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Wisconsin for 2 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 2023
No misconduct found
Licensed in South Dakota for 11 years
State: South Dakota
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in Minnesota for 23 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Licensed in North Dakota for 24 years
State: North Dakota
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Joseph A Wetch Jr.
10 Roberts St, Po Box 6017, Fargo, ND, 58108-6017
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Patent Application
Posted by Richard | August 12, 2013 | Patent Application
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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...
Joseph A Wetch Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Wetch is a very knowledgeable personal injury attorney"
Jacob Rodenbiker
Commercial real estate lawyer
Aaron Eiesland
Personal injury lawyer
John Burke
Construction and development lawyer
Experience
Honors
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
Associations
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
Sample of Legal Cases
Merwin Carlson v. GMR Transportation, 863 N.W.2d 514
Summary Judgment affirmed on appeal
JKC Michaels. LLC v. KTJ Ltd Partnership Eighty-Four
verdict for plainiff
Lamb v. State Board of Law Examiners, 777 N.W. 2d 343 (cert. denied, 130 S.Ct. 3412).
Case Affirmed on appeal
Keiser v. Johnson, 283 Fed. Appx. 427 (8th Cir. 2008)
Affirmed.
Education
2001
University of North Dakota
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2014
North Dakota State Bar Association
Legal Ethics
Languages
English