James Carey
Managing Partner - Personal Injury Law in Minneapolis, MN
James Carey, a distinguished personal injury attorney based in Minneapolis, MN, is renowned for his professional wisdom and integrity. These traits have significantly influenced his career and personal life, guiding him as a principal throughout his endeavours.
As the President and Managing Partner at SiebenCarey, he has established a prominent career advocating for those injured due to negligence across Minnesota. He specializes in handling cases of auto accidents, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, and catastrophic injuries. His exemplary courtroom prowess and his steadfast character have rightfully earned him a place on the American Board of Trial Advocates.
His career is marked by numerous accolades that reflect his unyielding commitment to his field. He was named "Lawyer of the Year" in Personal Injury Litigation by Best Lawyers of America in 2022 and has been a fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers for eight years. He also held the presidency of the Minnesota Association for Justice from 2010 to 2011 and is a celebrated member of the Million Dollar Roundtable and Advocates Forum. His status as a Civil Trial Law Specialist, an honour bestowed upon less than 2 per cent of personal injury attorneys in Minnesota, underscores his exceptional expertise.
In addition to his legal practice, he actively contributes to the legal community as an author, lecturer, and mentor, sharing his valuable knowledge at various seminars and institutions like Mitchell Hamline Law School and the College of St. Thomas. His dedication to fostering new legal talent is unwavering.
In community leadership, he applies his professional skills to support various non-profit organizations. He is a director on the board of the Minnesota Family Foundation and actively supports military families through the Minnesota Building Trade's Beyond the Yellow Ribbon initiative. He extends his commitment to charitable causes through mentorship of law students and participation in boards of organizations focused on ALS research, foster care, and support for challenged youth.
Outside his professional life, his passion for hunting connects him with his Minnesota roots, reflecting the determination and sportsmanship he demonstrates in his legal and charitable activities.
Throughout his career, Carey has earned numerous awards, including the 2022 Saint John's Alumni Award, and is consistently recognized as one of Minnesota's Top 40 Personal Injury Attorneys.