James P. Carey, Personal Injury Attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
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James P. Carey is an attorney based in Minneapolis, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury.
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- Handles Personal Injury matters from Minneapolis, MINNESOTA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Minneapolis) (2022).
About James P. Carey: James P. Carey is an attorney based in Minneapolis, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by James P. Carey
James concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case James handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
James takes personal injury matters in Minneapolis, 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 James agrees to represent you.
Biography
About James P. Carey — Attorney of Minnesota personal injury experience
James P. Carey is an attorney based in Minneapolis, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury.
Jim Carey serves as the President and Managing Partner of SiebenCarey and has spent decades representing individuals and families across Minnesota in wrongful death and personal injury cases. His practice focuses on serious injury litigation involving car accidents, medical malpractice, nursing home negligence and abuse, and catastrophic injuries.
Known for his courtroom experience and results in high-stakes litigation, Jim has earned recognition from many of the legal profession’s most respected organizations. He is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), an invitation-only organization recognizing accomplished trial attorneys who demonstrate exceptional advocacy skills, professionalism, and integrity.
Jim was also inducted into the International Society of Barristers, an honor reserved for outstanding trial lawyers selected by their peers. He has repeatedly been named to Super Lawyers and received “Attorney of the Year” recognition from Minnesota Lawyer for his leadership, professional accomplishments, and impact within the legal community.
In addition to his litigation practice, Jim has held leadership roles dedicated to protecting the rights of injured individuals. He served as President of the Minnesota Association for Justice, an organization committed to preserving access to justice and advocating for consumer rights.
Jim is certified as a Civil Trial Specialist by both the National Board of Trial Advocacy and the Minnesota State Bar Association, a distinction earned by fewer than two percent of Minnesota personal injury attorneys. He is also a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Million Dollar Roundtable, recognizing attorneys who have secured million-dollar verdicts and settlements on behalf of clients.
A frequent speaker and educator, Jim has lectured on personal injury law at legal seminars and local law schools, including Mitchell Hamline School of Law and the University of St. Thomas. He is consistently recognized among Minnesota’s leading personal injury attorneys, including selection to The Best Lawyers in America.Working with James on a personal injury matter
Managing Partner and Personal Injury Attorney Jim Carey serves as the President and Managing Partner of SiebenCarey and has spent decades representing individuals and families across Minnesota in wrongful death and personal injury cases. His practice focuses on serious injury litigation involving car accidents , medical malpractice , nursing home negligence and abuse, and catastrophic injuries.…
Who James represents
James reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Minneapolis and the surrounding Minnesota area.
Credentials
James P. Carey's legal education and bar admissions
William Mitchell College of Law
J.D. · 1987
Saint John's University
BS · 1982
Jurisdictions
James's state bar admissions
Minnesota, Minnesota
ACTIVE
James studied at J.D. in William Mitchell College of Law and BS in Saint John's University.
Law school and academic background
James completed J.D. in William Mitchell College of Law and BS in Saint John's University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice James runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of James P. Carey
James has received 15 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Minneapolis)
2022
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Automobile Collision
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Civil Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Wrongful Death
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — WCCO Popp Good Neighbor Award
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 40 Personal Injury Attorneys
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyer
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Leading Minnesota Attorney - American Research Corporation
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Minneapolis) (2022). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Automobile Collision (2026).
Locations
James P. Carey's office in Minneapolis
James's primary office is at 901 Marquette Avenue, Suite 500, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55402. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of James P. Carey
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How to hire James P. Carey — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with James usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
James charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain James'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; James will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 James
James discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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. James confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
James's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about James P. Carey
How much does it cost to hire James for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. James walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does James offer a free consultation?
James charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain James's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check James's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Minnesota typically take?
Simple personal injury 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. James gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can James take my case if I'm outside Minneapolis?
James 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 — James 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 James?
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. James will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is James accepting new personal injury clients right now?
James's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving Minneapolis, St Paul and Edina in Minnesota
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