Tammy Jo Schemmel

Tammy Jo Schemmel, Business Attorney in Coon Rapids, Minnesota

Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and Litigation

ShareholderatBarna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd.

Coon Rapids, MN

Practicing business in Coon Rapids since 2004.

22+
Years practicing
2
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Tammy Jo Schemmel is a shareholder based in Coon Rapids, MN. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Litigation. Tammy has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd..

Based in
Coon Rapids, MN
Experience
over 22 years
Known for
Business · Employment · Litigation
  • Handles Business, Employment, and Litigation matters from Coon Rapids, MN.
  • Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Tammy Jo Schemmel: Tammy Jo Schemmel is a shareholder based in Coon Rapids, MN. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Litigation. Tammy has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd..

Areas of practice

Legal matters Tammy takes on

Tammy concentrates on business, employment, litigation, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Tammy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Coon Rapids, Minnesota

Tammy takes business matters in Coon Rapids, 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 Tammy agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Coon Rapids, Minnesota

Tammy takes employment matters in Coon Rapids, 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 Tammy agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Coon Rapids, Minnesota

Tammy takes litigation matters in Coon Rapids, 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 Tammy agrees to represent you.

Real Estate cases in Coon Rapids, Minnesota

Tammy takes real estate matters in Coon Rapids, 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 Tammy agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Tammy Jo Schemmel — business lawyer in Coon Rapids

Tammy Jo Schemmel is a shareholder based in Coon Rapids, MN. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Litigation. Tammy has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd..

Tammy Jo Schemmel is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, employment litigation, msba real property law section and 1 other area of law. Tammy received a degree from Minnesota State University Moorhead in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years. Tammy practices at Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd. in Coon Rapids, MN.

How Tammy handles business matters

Tammy Jo Schemmel is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, employment litigation, msba real property law section and 1 other area of law. Tammy received a degree from Minnesota State University Moorhead in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years. Tammy practices at Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd. in Coon Rapids, MN.

Who Tammy represents

Tammy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and litigation matters in Coon Rapids and the surrounding Minnesota area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • William Mitchell College of Law

    J.D. · 2004

  • Minnesota State University Moorhead

    B.A.B.S. · 2001

Jurisdictions

Tammy's state bar admissions

  • US District Court, D

    2005 · ACTIVE

  • Minnesota

    2004 · ACTIVE

Tammy studied at J.D. in William Mitchell College of Law and B.A.B.S. in Minnesota State University Moorhead.

Law school and academic background

Tammy completed J.D. in William Mitchell College of Law and B.A.B.S. in Minnesota State University Moorhead. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Tammy runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Tammy's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Ramsey County, Anoka County and Minnesota State Bar Associations Federal Bar Association

    membership

Locations

Tammy Jo Schemmel's office in Coon Rapids

Tammy's primary office is at 400 Northtown Financial Plaza, 200 Coon Rapids Boulevard, Coon Rapids, MN, 55433-5894. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd.

400 Northtown Financial Plaza, 200 Coon Rapids Boulevard

Coon Rapids, MN 55433-5894

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Hiring guide

How to hire Tammy Jo Schemmel — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a business attorney in Coon Rapids, Minnesota

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Tammy

Tammy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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. Tammy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Tammy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Tammy Jo Schemmel

  • How much does it cost to hire Tammy for a business case?

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

  • Does Tammy offer a free consultation?

    Tammy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tammy's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Tammy's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Minnesota typically take?

    Simple business 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. Tammy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Tammy take my case if I'm outside Coon Rapids?

    Tammy 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 — Tammy 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 Tammy?

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

  • Is Tammy accepting new business clients right now?

    Tammy'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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