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John D. Magnuson, General Attorney in St Paul, Minnesota

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John D. Magnuson is an attorney based in St. Paul, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on General. Currently practicing at Yaeger & Jungbauer Barristers PLC.

Based in
St. Paul, MINNESOTA
Experience
attorney
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General
  • Handles General matters from St. Paul, MINNESOTA.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Railroad Law (Minneapolis) (2023).

About John D. Magnuson: John D. Magnuson is an attorney based in St. Paul, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on General. Currently practicing at Yaeger & Jungbauer Barristers PLC.

Areas of practice

Legal matters John takes on

John concentrates on general. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

General cases in St Paul, Minnesota

John takes general matters in St Paul, 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 John agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet John D. Magnuson — general lawyer in St Paul

John D. Magnuson is an attorney based in St. Paul, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on General. Currently practicing at Yaeger & Jungbauer Barristers PLC.

John D. Magnuson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Railroad Law.

John D., who practices law in St. Paul, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which John D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

John's approach to general cases

John D. Magnuson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Railroad Law. John D., who practices law in St. Paul, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which John D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

The kind of cases John takes

John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general matters in St Paul and the surrounding Minnesota area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • William Mitchell College of Law

    J.D. · 1997

John studied at J.D. in William Mitchell College of Law.

Law school and academic background

John completed J.D. in William Mitchell College of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

John has received 7 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Railroad Law (Minneapolis)

    2023

  • Lawyer of the Year — Railroad Law (Minneapolis)

    2021

  • Best Lawyers in America — Railroad Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Union

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Railroad Law (Minneapolis) (2023). Lawyer of the Year — Railroad Law (Minneapolis) (2021). Best Lawyers in America — Railroad Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Union (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs (2026).

Locations

John D. Magnuson's office in St. Paul

John's primary office is at 4661 Hwy 61 N, Suite 204, St. Paul, Minnesota, 55110. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Yaeger & Jungbauer Barristers PLC

4661 Hwy 61 N, Suite 204

St. Paul, Minnesota 55110

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Hiring guide

How to hire John D. Magnuson — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John'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; John will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a general attorney in St Paul, 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 John

John 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. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

John'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 John D. Magnuson

  • How much does it cost to hire John for a general case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does John offer a free consultation?

    John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check John'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. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can John take my case if I'm outside St Paul?

    John 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 — John 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 John?

    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. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is John accepting new general clients right now?

    John's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

General attorneys serving St Paul, Minneapolis and Edina in Minnesota

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