Cortney S. LeNeave, General Attorney in Wayzata, Minnesota
focused on General and Personal Injury
Wayzata, MN
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Cortney S. LeNeave is an attorney based in Wayzata, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on General and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Hunegs, LeNeave & Kvas.
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- Wayzata, MINNESOTA
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- General · Personal Injury
- Handles General and Personal Injury matters from Wayzata, MINNESOTA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).
About Cortney S. LeNeave: Cortney S. LeNeave is an attorney based in Wayzata, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on General and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Hunegs, LeNeave & Kvas.
Areas of practice
Cortney's practice areas in Wayzata
Cortney concentrates on general and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Cortney handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in Wayzata, Minnesota
Cortney takes general matters in Wayzata, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cortney agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Wayzata, Minnesota
Cortney takes personal injury matters in Wayzata, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cortney agrees to represent you.
Biography
Cortney S. LeNeave, general attorney serving Wayzata
Cortney S. LeNeave is an attorney based in Wayzata, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on General and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Hunegs, LeNeave & Kvas. Cortney works from Wayzata, Minnesota and takes on general matters across the region.
Cortney LeNeave started his law career in 1984 at the DeParcq Law Firm, the premier United States law firm representing injured railroad workers under the Federal Employers’ Liability Act. Since that time, he has recorded some of the largest verdicts in the country in railroad, airplane, automobile, and trucking injury cases. Cortney is recognized by his clients and opponents as a fearless, determined, and dedicated trial lawyer who consistently received successful results. His accomplishments are recognized nationally and internationally by the American Board of Trial Advocates and the International Society of Barristers. He has achieved the highest ranking possible in legal expertise and ethical standards by Martindale-Hubbell and is a recognized “Super Lawyer,” or a top attorney nationwide for his practice area. Cortney serves as Designated Legal Counsel to the Sheet Metal, Air, Rail, and Transportation Workers’ Division Union (SMART-TD), where he proudly represents train and engine service employees, as well as other railroad workers.
Working with Cortney on a general matter
Cortney LeNeave started his law career in 1984 at the DeParcq Law Firm, the premier United States law firm representing injured railroad workers under the Federal Employers’ Liability Act. Since that time, he has recorded some of the largest verdicts in the country in railroad, airplane, automobile, and trucking injury cases. Cortney is recognized by his clients and opponents as a fearless,…
Clients Cortney works with
Cortney reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and personal injury matters in Wayzata and the surrounding Minnesota area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Cortney studied and practices
William Mitchell College of Law
J.D. · 1987
Cortney studied at J.D. in William Mitchell College of Law.
Law school and academic background
Cortney completed J.D. in William Mitchell College of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Cortney runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Cortney's legal honors and published work
Cortney has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Railroad Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Railroad Law (2026).
Locations
Cortney S. LeNeave's office in Wayzata
Cortney's primary office is at 1000 Twelve Oaks Center Drive, Suite 101, Wayzata, Minnesota, 55391. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Hunegs, LeNeave & Kvas
1000 Twelve Oaks Center Drive, Suite 101
Wayzata, Minnesota 55391
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How to hire Cortney S. LeNeave — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Cortney usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Cortney charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cortney's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Cortney will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Wayzata, Minnesota
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Cortney
Cortney discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Cortney confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Cortney's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Cortney S. LeNeave
How much does it cost to hire Cortney for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Cortney walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Cortney offer a free consultation?
Cortney charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cortney's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Cortney's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Minnesota typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Cortney gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Cortney take my case if I'm outside Wayzata?
Cortney is licensed in Minnesota. Matters governed by Minnesota law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Cortney will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Cortney?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Cortney will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Cortney accepting new general clients right now?
Cortney's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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