About James M. Ventura

Since 1983 James M. Ventura, has been practicing criminal law in the State of Minnesota. With over 30 years of experience as both a prosecutor and defense lawyer, he possesses the skills and knowledge needed to provide you with the best legal representation available. He has been hired by many of the Twin Cities finest police officers and enjoys referrals from clients, other attorneys, opponents and judges.

With our small law office, the attorney you hire will be the person who represents you. We personally handle every case with a professional and zealous attitude. This attitude has allowed us to present a case before the United States Supreme Court and present many lectures to attorneys and police.

James M. Ventura is a member of the Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Minnesota Association for Justice and is the immediate past President of the Minnesota Society for Criminal Justice

 

Awards

Reviews for James M.

Have you consulted or hired this lawyer?

Leave a review about your experience with this lawyer.

Write a Review

Overall Rating
Showing 1-10 of 11 client reviews from Lawyers.com
Lawyers.com Rating Snapshot
5 stars
91%
4 stars
0%
3 stars
9%
2 stars
0%
1 star
0%
What do people say on Lawyers.com?
Communication
4.8
Quality of Service
4.9
Responsiveness
4.9
Value for Money
4.8
Criminal Law
Posted by Yousef
April 25, 2025
Hired Attorney

I highly recommend Mr. Ventura for anyone needing solid representation. He really went above and beyond fighting my fleeing charge & other charges and even got my car back, which was amazing. Beyond just handling my case, he pushed me to get my life on track and set myself up for success. He’s straight up, doesn't sugarcoat things and gave me advice I needed to hear, almost like a parent would. Honestly, I appreciate how real and supportive he was through the entire process. If you want someone who genuinely cares and gets results, he’s your guy.

 
DUI/DWI
Posted by Mitchell
August 12, 2024
Hired Attorney

James Ventura is amazing at his job! James has great communication and follows up regularly, answered all my questions with a clear up front message. After the final court date awaiting the decision. Jim and I got to know each other on a personal level, family, friends and life in general. It’s like the saying, “Work hard Play hard”. Hands down James Ventura is a great person, let him do his job!!! Thank you again!!! Jim Ventura

 
DUI/DWI
Posted by Chris
January 12, 2024
Hired Attorney

It is clear to me that Mr. Ventura was the right attorney to represent me after my DWI arrest. During our initial conversation he was very thorough and provided me with excellent information on how to proceed. There was absolutely no pressure put on me to select him as my attorney, just thoughtful listening, and advice. In representing me, Mr. Ventura demonstrated a vast understanding of the DWI laws in Minnesota. His 30 plus years of experience as a lawyer and his involvement in shaping legal decisions concerning Minnesota DWI law allowed for the sound management of my case. His counsel minimized the consequences of my arrest and allowed me to make educated decisions that shaped the timelines of when and how my case proceeded. I am extremely grateful for his counsel.

 
Family Law
Posted by Deb
April 10, 2023
Hired Attorney

Mr. Ventura is a very good lawyer. He is very knowledgeable about the law and the court process. He is an excellent communicator so one knows the status of their case at all times. Mr. Ventura is also a warm, compassionate and kind person so the legal process seems doable and more humane.

Federal Criminal Law
Posted by ken
July 07, 2022
Hired Attorney

If you're looking for serious criminal defense, look no further than Jim Ventura. I met Jim after I was arrested and charged with illegal possession of firearms and illegal distribution of explosives. Since I had prior federal convictions for both of those things, I was looking at dying in federal prison. The gun charges were the most serious as they would have mandated a prison sentence of 10 years. Somehow, Mr. Ventura got the gun charges dropped. This is simply unheard of. I was found in possession of numerous guns (again), including an assault rifle, (again), and almost 10,000 rounds of ammunition (again). Given these facts and my criminal history, Harry Houdini could not have made those gun charges disappear but somehow Mr. Ventura did the impossible. Not only did he clear me of significant mandatory prison time for the guns, he got the prosecutor to recommend a greatly reduced sentence for the explosives charges! Mr. Ventura SAVED MY LIFE and I will be forever grateful to him.

 
Criminal Law
Posted by Lindsay
April 19, 2022
Hired Attorney

Hiring James Ventura was the best decision I made and worth every dime. Not only was he informative with a wealth of experience but had so much understanding and compassion for my case. He was recommended to me by a friend and I would recommend him to anyone in need of legal support. His kind demeanor made me feel confident and calm in the stressful situation of potential charges. I am beyond grateful for the outcome of my case and have James Ventura to thank!!

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
March 07, 2021
Hired Attorney

Easy to work with, and knows what he is doing. If the occasion arises, I will use him again. I recommend him.

DUI/DWI
Posted by anonymous
October 06, 2020
Hired Attorney

Working with Jim was a good experience. He was positive and very good at explaining the situation and the possible outcomes. He would tell some relatable stories that helps a person feel better, and also reminds you in a good way to make better decisions and the more severe consequences if what happened, were to happen again. I would highly recommend Jim because of his character and attitude and the wealth of knowledge he has.

 
Domestic Violence
Posted by anonymous
September 30, 2020
Hired Attorney

Had to hire Mr. Ventura remotely as my case was in Minnesota and I reside in California. We communicated via phone, email, text and Zoom. He was very knowledgable, compassionate, organized and good at explaining his approach to my case. We appeared via Zoom in the hearing and we won. I highly reccommend Mr. Ventura and am very glad I selected him to represent me.

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
July 14, 2010
Hired Attorney

Makes you feel like you are his only client. Works very hard for his money.

Services

Areas of Law

  • Criminal Law 5
    • Felonies
    • Theft
    • Drug Crimes
    • DUI/DWI
    • Sex Crimes
  • Assault
  • White Collar Crime
  • Personal Injury
  • Domestic Violence
  • Other 9
    • Criminal Defense
    • Traffic Offenses
    • Auto Accidents
    • Federal Criminal Defense
    • Assault and Battery
    • Vehicular Homicide
    • Federal Practice
    • Driving While Intoxicated
    • Defense Of Law Enforcement Officers

Practice Details

  • Languages
    English
  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Fixed hourly rates
    Fixed fees available
    Accepted Credit Cards
    American Express
    Discover
    MasterCard
    Visa
  • Video Calls
    Offers Video Calls
    Video Call Options
    Zoom
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Member
    Firm Name
    James M. Ventura Attorney at Law
  • Additional Links

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court
    1983, Minnesota
    U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
    Memberships
    Hennepin County, Minnesota State and Federal Bar Associations
    Minnesota Trial Lawyers Association
    Association of Trial Lawyers of America
    Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    William Mitchell College of Law
    Class of 1983
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Minnesota
    Class of 1978
    B.A.
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1955
    Urbana, Illinois, September 28, 1955

Activity

Case type is required.
I am is required.
First name is required.
Last name is required.
A valid zip code is required.
Country is required.
State is required.
A valid city is required.
A valid email address is required.
A valid phone number is required.
Message is required.
0/1000 characters

By clicking the Submit button, you agree to the Terms of Use, Supplemental Terms and Privacy Policy. You also consent to be contacted at the phone number you provided, including by autodials, text messages and/or pre-recorded calls, from Lawyers.com and its affiliates and from or on behalf of attorneys you request or contact through this site. Consent is not a condition of purchase.

You should not send any sensitive or confidential information through this site. Emails sent through this site do not create an attorney-client relationship and may not be treated as privileged or confidential. The lawyer or law firm you are contacting is not required to, and may choose not to, accept you as a client. The internet is not necessarily secure and emails sent though this site could be intercepted or read by third parties.

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA. See Google’s Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

Thank you! Your message has been successfully sent.

For your records, a copy of this email has been sent to test@test.com.

Summary of Your Message
Case Type:
I am a/an:
First Name:
Last Name:
City:
Zip Code or Postal Code:
State:
Country:
Phone Number:
Message:

Attorneys FAQs

  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    James M. Ventura was admitted in 1983 to the State of Minnesota.
  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    James M. Ventura is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the District of Minnesota.
  • Does this attorney maintain a professional presence on any social networks?
    Yes, James M. Ventura has a professional profile on facebook and Twitter.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review rated?
    Yes, James M. Ventura has a 4.3 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • Does this attorney offer any legal services for a flat fee?
    Yes, James M. Ventura offers fixed fees for certain legal services.