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Falsani, Balmer, Peterson & BalmerSenior Partner
James W. Balmer
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James W. Balmer

4.5
4 reviews

306 West Superior Street, Duluth, MN 55802-1800

Personal Injury and Workers Compensation

About James W. Balmer

James W. Balmer practices at Falsani, Balmer, Peterson & Balmer

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Champion Badge Silver

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

James W. Balmer got this award in 2021

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At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

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James W. Balmer got this award in 2021

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Communication
4.7
Quality of Service
4.7
Responsiveness
4.7
Value for Money
4.3
Personal Injury
Posted by anonymous
September 05, 2017
Hired Attorney

Mr. Balmer is a top-notch attorney with excellent knowledge and communication skills. I am very pleased with his work. He is both an excellent listener and negotiator. He is clearly at the top of his game.

Workers Compensation
Posted by anonymous
June 25, 2013
Hired Attorney

did a good job helped by another member of the firm

Workers Compensation
Posted by anonymous
November 03, 2010
Hired Attorney

only met once but seems good

Workers Compensation
Posted by Bob
June 07, 2021
Hired Attorney

He was more worried about himself getting paid then making sure that I got the right deal he spent more time telling story’s ever time I seen him than working on my case an when went south he blamed me but latter I found out he didn’t do his job I have gotten a lawyer of the cities an was told by them that this was not the first time they have done this. Don’t go to this lawyer or the firm if you need help because all there care about is the money they are going to put in there pocket.

 
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Services

Areas of Law

  • Personal Injury
  • Workers Compensation

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
  • Video Calls
    Offers Video Calls
    Video Call Options
    Zoom
    Skype
    Google Hangouts
    FaceTime
    WebEx
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Senior Partner
    Firm Name
    Falsani, Balmer, Peterson & Balmer
  • Additional Links
    https://www.duluthtriallawyers.com/

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1973, Minnesota
    1974, U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
    1984, Wisconsin
    1984, U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin
    1985, U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
    1986, U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
    Memberships
    Eleventh District and Minnesota State Bar Associations
    State Bar of Wisconsin
    Minnesota Association for Justice (Member, Board of Governors, 1985-1994)
    Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers
    Duluth Trial Lawyers Association (President, 1988-1989)
    American Board of Trial Advocates
    Academy of Certified Trial Lawyers of Minnesota.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Minnesota
    Class of 1973
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Minnesota
    Class of 1970
    B.A.
    Legal Certifications
    Certified as a Civil Trial Advocacy Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1948
    Pipestone, Minnesota, September 26, 1948

Contact James W. Balmer

Senior Partner at Falsani, Balmer, Peterson & Balmer
4.5
4 reviews

1200 Alworth Building306 West Superior StreetDuluth, MN 55802-1800U.S.A.

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    James W. Balmer was admitted in 1973 to the State of Minnesota.
  • Is this attorney admitted to the bar in more than one state?
    Yes, James W. Balmer is admitted to practice in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
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    Yes, James W. Balmer has a 4.8 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Yes, James W. Balmer has a 4.6 Client Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • How many attorneys are in this law firm?
    Falsani, Balmer, Peterson & Balmer has 5 attorneys at this location.

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