Joyce Trudeau, SSD Attorney in Minnetonka, Minnesota
Over 10 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
PrincipalatFields Law Firm - Social Security Disability
Minnetonka, MN
Practicing ssd in Minnetonka since 2016.
- 10+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Joyce Trudeau is a principal based in Minnetonka, MN. The practice focuses on SSD. Joyce has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fields Law Firm - Social Security Disability. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
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- Minnetonka, MN
- Experience
- over 10 years
- Known for
- SSD
- Handles SSD matters from Minnetonka, MN.
- Over 10 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Joyce Trudeau: Joyce Trudeau is a principal based in Minnetonka, MN. The practice focuses on SSD. Joyce has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fields Law Firm - Social Security Disability. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Joyce Trudeau
Joyce concentrates on ssd. Each area below outlines the kind of case Joyce handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
SSD cases in Minnetonka, Minnesota
Joyce takes ssd matters in Minnetonka, 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 Joyce agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Joyce Trudeau — Over 10 years of Minnesota ssd experience
Joyce Trudeau is a principal based in Minnetonka, MN. The practice focuses on SSD. Joyce has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fields Law Firm - Social Security Disability. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Joyce Trudeau grew up in the northern Twin Cities metro area. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and Political Science from the University of South Dakota. After living in rural areas for four years, she decided to return to the Twin Cities, where she earned her Juris Doctorate and was part of the first graduating class from the newly formed Mitchell Hamline School of Law.
During law school, Joyce volunteered with the Minnesota Coalition Against Sexual Assault. She also worked as a certified student attorney for the Minnesota Appellate Public Defender’s Office, where she represented individuals who had been convicted of felony offenses with various post-conviction issues.
Upon graduating law school, Joyce started her legal career representing individuals applying for Social Security Disability benefits and Supplemental Security Income at an advocacy firm in Minnesota. Working in such a field taught her the value of remaining understanding and empathetic while guiding people through the difficult complexities of the legal process.
Joyce is passionate about helping the disabled community, which is what lead her to join the Fields Law team, where she practices Long Term Disability and Social Security Disability cases.
Ms. Trudeau is admitted to practice in the Minnesota State Courts, United States District Courts for the District of Minnesota and the Eastern District of Tennessee.
When not working, Joyce enjoys biking, reading, cooking, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.
How Joyce handles ssd matters
Joyce Trudeau grew up in the northern Twin Cities metro area. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and Political Science from the University of South Dakota. After living in rural areas for four years, she decided to return to the Twin Cities, where she earned her Juris Doctorate and was part of the first graduating class from the newly formed Mitchell Hamline School of Law.…
The kind of cases Joyce takes
Joyce reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ssd matters in Minnetonka and the surrounding Minnesota area.
Credentials
Joyce Trudeau's legal education and bar admissions
Mitchell Hamline School of Law J.D.
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University of South Dakota Criminal Justice and Political Science
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Jurisdictions
Joyce's state bar admissions
Minnesota United Sta
2016 · ACTIVE
Joyce studied at — in Mitchell Hamline School of Law J.D. and — in University of South Dakota Criminal Justice and Political Science.
Law school and academic background
Joyce completed — in Mitchell Hamline School of Law J.D. and — in University of South Dakota Criminal Justice and Political Science. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Joyce runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Joyce Trudeau's office in Minnetonka
Joyce's primary office is at 9999 Wayzata Boulevard, Minnetonka, MN, 55305. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Fields Law Firm - Social Security Disability
9999 Wayzata Boulevard
Minnetonka, MN 55305
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Client reviews of Joyce Trudeau — 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Joyce. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing ssd attorneys in Minnetonka.
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How to hire Joyce Trudeau — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ssd attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Joyce usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Joyce charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joyce'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; Joyce will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ssd attorney in Minnetonka, Minnesota
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ssd 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 Joyce
Joyce discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ssd practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ssd 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. Joyce confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Joyce's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ssd practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Joyce Trudeau
How much does it cost to hire Joyce for a ssd case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Joyce walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Joyce offer a free consultation?
Joyce charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joyce's office. Some ssd attorneys offer free consults — check Joyce's current terms during booking.
How long do ssd cases in Minnesota typically take?
Simple ssd 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. Joyce gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Joyce take my case if I'm outside Minnetonka?
Joyce 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 — Joyce 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 Joyce?
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. Joyce will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Joyce accepting new ssd clients right now?
Joyce's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
SSD attorneys serving Minnetonka, Minneapolis and St Paul in Minnesota
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