John R. Shoemaker

John R. Shoemaker is a Minnesota attorney whose practice includes appeals, civil litigation, lawsuits and disputes, real estate matters, business disputes, and civil rights claims. He represents individuals, partnerships, corporations, business owners, real estate investors, and other clients in state and federal matters. His professional background reflects more than four decades of civil litigation and appellate experience involving contested legal issues and a range of private and commercial interests.

John earned a J.D. from the University of North Dakota School of Law in 1984 and a B.A. from Methodist College in 1981. He also completed the National Center for Paralegal Training program in 1980. He was admitted to practice in Minnesota and North Dakota in 1984. His education and professional training provide a foundation for his work in civil litigation, appeals, and disputes involving real estate and commercial interests.

John has appeared as counsel in federal cases involving contract and civil rights claims and has represented clients in broader civil litigation and appellate matters. His work also extends to disputes connected with real estate and business interests. Across these areas, he evaluates legal claims, develops written and courtroom arguments, and represents clients through contested proceedings where procedural rules, factual records, and preservation of issues can be important to the outcome.

John R. Shoemaker brings long-term litigation and appellate experience to civil disputes involving individuals and business clients. His practice spans trial-level matters and appeals and includes issues connected with contracts, real estate, business relationships, and civil rights. He focuses on analyzing the record, identifying legal issues, and advocating through state and federal court processes, drawing on decades of experience with complex and contested civil matters.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Shoemaker & Shoemaker PLC
• Member, Minnesota State Bar Association
• Member, Minnesota Association for Justice (MAJ) – Trial Lawyers association
• Member, American Civil Liberties Union (1996-Present)

Licensed State

• Minnesota

Education

• University of North Dakota School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Methodist College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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