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James Hess
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James Hess

4.8
13 reviews

11070 - 183rd Circle NW, Suite A, Elk River, MN 55330

Business and Corporate Practice, Civil and Commercial Litigation, Construction Law and 26 more

About James Hess

As the founder of Hess & Jendro Law Office, P.A., I have over 20 years of legal experience and focus primarily on business and real estate law. I spend significant time handling commercial transactions for businesses, banks and title insurers and represent numerous clients in the litigation of contract, business and real estate matters. I also practie in the areas of estate planning and probate. In my spare time, I love nordic skiing and am an avid fisherman/outdoorsman. I enjoy spending time with my two sons at our cabin in Ely, Minnesota.

I’m currently serving as vice president of the Upper Mississippi Smallmouth Club. I also serve on the Elk River “Beyond the Yellow Ribbon” Committee for Business and Employment.. I also have served as a ski parent/ assistant coach for the Minnesota Youth Cross Country Ski League.


Representative Clients:

The Bank of Elk River, a Minnesota corporation

M&O Fabricating, Inc.

Old Republic National Title Insurance Corporation

SRW Products, Inc., a Nevada corporation

Elk River Chamber of Commerce, 2000 - present. Graduate of the Elk River Leadership program.

Pro-bono legal services through Central Minnesota Legal Services 1997 - present. Recipient of Letters of Commendation from three Governors.

Member of the Minnesota State Bar Association. Qualified MN State Arbitrator.

 

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James Hess got this award in 2021

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General Practice
Posted by Kelly
May 17, 2024
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We had a great experience and would highly recommend Jim Hess and his staff. He made sure we understood everything and that we were at ease with our decisions. He made sure all our questions were answered. Jim and his staff were very welcoming and helpful.

Estate Planning
Posted by Sharon
April 06, 2024
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James Hess was compassionate, easy to work with and made sure he explained everything so that I understood everything involved in the estate planning ahead of me. All the staff were very attentive and responsive.

Contracts
Posted by anonymous
April 18, 2020
Hired Attorney

I highly recommend Hess & Jendro Law Office, especially Attorney Jim Hess. He was responsive, transparent, detailed and persistent. He was flexible with his availability during this unsettling time with COVID19. It was my first legal experience and he was understanding. He ensured I new my options while also giving his recommendation.

Real Estate
Posted by anonymous
November 07, 2019
Hired Attorney

Jim was highly recommend to my family. He was thorough along with his various staff members that were dealing with my case. Everything was done in a timely easily understood fashion. It took the burden level off our shoulders, since we are not property lawyers.

Real Estate
Posted by anonymous
October 22, 2012
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Mr Hess did a phenomenal job representing me against a government organization in a very challenging case. He researched similar cases to mine that were sent to trial by the same organization and presented strong arguments with supporting documents in a very prompt and professional manner. He also partnered with a fellow attorney that had a history with a portion of my case, and who was a great source for providing further explanation towards are argument.

 
General Practice
Posted by anonymous
May 15, 2011
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Areas of Law

  • Construction Law
  • Real Estate 2
    • Commercial Real Estate
    • Commercial Leasing
  • Debtor and Creditor 1
    • Collections
  • Bankruptcy
  • Business Law 4
    • Business Enterprises
    • Closely Held Business Law
    • Franchises and Franchising
    • Small Business Law
  • Corporate Law
  • Contracts
  • Bankruptcy Chapter 7
  • Bankruptcy Chapter 13
  • Family Law 1
    • Child Support
  • Harassment
  • Other 13
    • Business and Corporate Practice
    • Civil and Commercial Litigation
    • Buying or Selling a Home
    • Banking and Finance
    • Limited Liability Companies Law
    • Partnerships Law
    • Mergers and Acquisitions / Divestitures
    • Buying or Selling a Business
    • General Business Law
    • Lawsuits (Business Litigation)
    • Buying or Selling
    • Starting a Business (Business Formation)
    • Real Estate Litigation

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Accepted Credit Cards
    American Express
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Founder
    Firm Name
    Hess & Jendro Law Office, P.A.
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    Veerkamp v. Farmers Cooperative Creamery, Court of Appeals of Minnesota, 573 N.W.2d 715 (Minn. Ct. App. 1998).
    Zimmerman v. Meyer, A04-1567, Court of Appeals of Minnesota, unpublished decision, 2005 WL 1270742, May 31, 2005.
    Nelson v. Woodl
    s National Bank, A05-1739, Court of Appeals of Minnesota, unpublished decision, no citation, June 6, 2006.
  • Pro Bono Services

    Recipient of Cetificate of Commendation from three Governors of the State of Minnesota

  • Additional Links
    http://hesslawoffice.net http://www.hesslawoffice.net

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1994, Minnesota
    1994, United States District Court, District of Minnesota
    1994, United States Court of Appeals
    1998, United States District Court, Western District of Wisconsin
    Memberships
    Minnesota State Bar Association.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    William Mitchell College of Law
    Class of 1994
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Wisconsin-Madison
    Class of 1988
    B.S.
    Economics

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Founder at Hess & Jendro Law Office, P.A.
4.8
13 reviews

The Pines Town Office Park11070 - 183rd Circle NW, Suite AElk River, MN 55330U.S.A.

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  • Tuesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Wednesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thursday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Friday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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    James Hess was admitted in 1994 to the State of Minnesota.
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    James Hess attended William Mitchell College of Law.
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    Hess & Jendro Law Office, P.A. was established in 1998.

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