James J. "Jim" Hartnett
About James J. Hartnett
James J. Hartnett is a lawyer based in Minneapolis, MN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2024. James J. Hartnett is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Commercial Litigation
- Construction Law
- Litigation - Construction
- Litigation - Real Estate
Current Firm: Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
Education: New York University, J.D., graduated 1993
Location: Minneapolis, MN
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