team-member

James Gempeler

Saint Paul, MN

Licensed for 13 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Criminal Defense

Language

English

About

I am one of the founding partners North Star Criminal Defense. I represent clients facing criminal charges throughout the State of Minnesota, including but not limited to, DUIs, Expungements, Assaults, Domestic Assaults, Thefts, Shoplifting, Weapons Charges, Criminal Vehicular Operation, Damage to Property, Drug Crimes, Misdemeanors, Gross Misdemeanors, Felonies, Traffic Violations, Probation Violations, and Vehicle Forfeitures. My approach to each client is threefold: (1) I develop a personalized legal strategy that accounts for both the criminal and collateral consequences each client faces; (2) I am Not Always Minnesota Nice when fighting for my clients; and (3) I am prepared to take the case to trial if necessary.  I focus part of my practice on expungements and helping petitioners get the second chance they deserve. To this end, I am a volunteer expungements attorney at a number of organizations. And I developed and maintain www.mnexpungements.com as a one-stop site for individuals looking to learn more about the new expungements law. I am a volunteer for the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans, where I volunteer at monthly walk-in clinics and the annual StandDown Event - a two day event where more than a thousand veterans were served. I also volunteer for the Hennepin County Bar Association at the Legal Access Point walk-in clinics at the Government Center. I am an active member in the Minnesota State Bar Association - Criminal Law and Solo/Small Firm sections. And I am a member of the Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Please visit the firm site at www.northstarcriminaldefense.com to learn more about what we can do for you. And you can contact me at 952-843-8766 or [email protected]

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

Litigation

DUI and DWI

Domestic Violence

Language

English

Contact

North Star Criminal Defense370 Selby Ave., Suite 207Saint Paul, MN, 55102370 Selby Ave., Suite 207Saint Paul, MN, 55102

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

anonymous
November 16, 2021

James Gempeler is great at what he does and truly works for his clients. He was really good at explaining all the details and the possible outcomes of the case. James also made me feel comfortable that'd I'd get the outcome I'd hoped for in which I did.

Donald
October 23, 2021

It was a pleasure working with James. He was very professional, informative, explaining things in easy to understand terms and eased a lot of my anxiety. I highly recommend him.

anonymous
July 8, 2021

Mr. Gempeler did a great job for me got case dismissed ! I highly recommend this law firm to anyone!

anonymous
June 16, 2021

James went over an above to represent me! Due to his commitment and dedication to the case, the outcome was better than I could have asked for! Thank you James for all of your hard work and consistent communication!

anonymous
April 2, 2021

Never been in the system and being an immigrant with permanent residency pending for approval. I landed in problems all because of myself and caused angst, anxiety, embarrassment for all of my family here and my parents abroad. I reached out to the best known attorney and he calmed me and my spouse that he will get us out of the trouble and avoid any hinderance in our green card processing. But I did not use to hear back from him and we were in a contract with him. After some follow ups the attorney told me that I can fire him any time, I do deserve what I did and he basically backtracked himself. He was too high in his head that he is the best but without any communication to me, my anxiety level was very high. So I had no other option but to fire him. I started reading reviews on internet and luckily found Mr James Gempler with very positive and helpful reviews and his rate of success being very high. I asked for his time and he took out time to meet me in person free of charge in the same week. he is very calm, supportive, understanding and upfront with what he can try to achieve and does his best. He helped articulate the situation and helped us not to get in immigration deportation proceedings and many cascading things could have happened with our life turned upside down. Being an immigrant domestic violence is a criminal offense and is a direct deportation from ICE. I did not even know what was domestic violence other than me raising hand someone and hurting them. In this case I caused fear to my family and others and Mr James led my case and I was promptly informed for what I should do and his continued belief on what he could do. So now when I look back in time, I can not thank enough to Mr James and his assistants for helping me get through the most entangling crisis of my life. He helped me even with immigration attorney with referral who was also splendid in her (Shirlene) work. I see Mr James as a strong human being who in my case shielded me from adverse consequences and helped get me back again to life. I would without a doubt ask anyone who needs help reach out to him. He is open hearted and very reasonable in his contract.

anonymous
November 12, 2019

James worked diligently for desired outcome with my criminal case. He did his research and was able to seek a continuance for dismissal which I am happy with.

anonymous
June 12, 2019

My goal was no jail time for a lying to a Police Officer Gross Misdemeanor. James got me what basically added up to a dismissal.

Steve
May 26, 2019

Mr. Gempleler is the best criminal defense lawyer in twin cities. Highly experienced and knowledgeable and did a great job.

DF
May 21, 2019

James and his team at NorthStar did a great job representing me and they achieved a positive outcome on my behalf. I truly appreciate the clarity, thought-leadership and responsiveness provided by James and team. If I run across anyone needing similar assistance in the future, I’ll be sure to refer them to Northstar.

Lori
March 18, 2019

I am so pleased with James Gempeler and the result he was able to get for my case (my mother's case). He put in 100% energy and hustle to get the desired result and was reasonably priced compared to other lawyers I contacted. James kept me informed at all times and was easy to work with. I will definitely be keeping James on speed dial for any future lawyer needs and would highly recommend him!

anonymous
November 16, 2021

James Gempeler is great at what he does and truly works for his clients. He was really good at explaining all the details and the possible outcomes of the case. James also made me feel comfortable that'd I'd get the outcome I'd hoped for in which I did.

Donald
October 23, 2021

It was a pleasure working with James. He was very professional, informative, explaining things in easy to understand terms and eased a lot of my anxiety. I highly recommend him.

anonymous
July 8, 2021

Mr. Gempeler did a great job for me got case dismissed ! I highly recommend this law firm to anyone!

anonymous
June 16, 2021

James went over an above to represent me! Due to his commitment and dedication to the case, the outcome was better than I could have asked for! Thank you James for all of your hard work and consistent communication!

anonymous
April 2, 2021

Never been in the system and being an immigrant with permanent residency pending for approval. I landed in problems all because of myself and caused angst, anxiety, embarrassment for all of my family here and my parents abroad. I reached out to the best known attorney and he calmed me and my spouse that he will get us out of the trouble and avoid any hinderance in our green card processing. But I did not use to hear back from him and we were in a contract with him. After some follow ups the attorney told me that I can fire him any time, I do deserve what I did and he basically backtracked himself. He was too high in his head that he is the best but without any communication to me, my anxiety level was very high. So I had no other option but to fire him. I started reading reviews on internet and luckily found Mr James Gempler with very positive and helpful reviews and his rate of success being very high. I asked for his time and he took out time to meet me in person free of charge in the same week. he is very calm, supportive, understanding and upfront with what he can try to achieve and does his best. He helped articulate the situation and helped us not to get in immigration deportation proceedings and many cascading things could have happened with our life turned upside down. Being an immigrant domestic violence is a criminal offense and is a direct deportation from ICE. I did not even know what was domestic violence other than me raising hand someone and hurting them. In this case I caused fear to my family and others and Mr James led my case and I was promptly informed for what I should do and his continued belief on what he could do. So now when I look back in time, I can not thank enough to Mr James and his assistants for helping me get through the most entangling crisis of my life. He helped me even with immigration attorney with referral who was also splendid in her (Shirlene) work. I see Mr James as a strong human being who in my case shielded me from adverse consequences and helped get me back again to life. I would without a doubt ask anyone who needs help reach out to him. He is open hearted and very reasonable in his contract.

anonymous
November 12, 2019

James worked diligently for desired outcome with my criminal case. He did his research and was able to seek a continuance for dismissal which I am happy with.

anonymous
June 12, 2019

My goal was no jail time for a lying to a Police Officer Gross Misdemeanor. James got me what basically added up to a dismissal.

Steve
May 26, 2019

Mr. Gempleler is the best criminal defense lawyer in twin cities. Highly experienced and knowledgeable and did a great job.

DF
May 21, 2019

James and his team at NorthStar did a great job representing me and they achieved a positive outcome on my behalf. I truly appreciate the clarity, thought-leadership and responsiveness provided by James and team. If I run across anyone needing similar assistance in the future, I’ll be sure to refer them to Northstar.

Lori
March 18, 2019

I am so pleased with James Gempeler and the result he was able to get for my case (my mother's case). He put in 100% energy and hustle to get the desired result and was reasonably priced compared to other lawyers I contacted. James kept me informed at all times and was easy to work with. I will definitely be keeping James on speed dial for any future lawyer needs and would highly recommend him!

anonymous
November 16, 2021

James Gempeler is great at what he does and truly works for his clients. He was really good at explaining all the details and the possible outcomes of the case. James also made me feel comfortable that'd I'd get the outcome I'd hoped for in which I did.

Donald
October 23, 2021

It was a pleasure working with James. He was very professional, informative, explaining things in easy to understand terms and eased a lot of my anxiety. I highly recommend him.

anonymous
July 8, 2021

Mr. Gempeler did a great job for me got case dismissed ! I highly recommend this law firm to anyone!

anonymous
June 16, 2021

James went over an above to represent me! Due to his commitment and dedication to the case, the outcome was better than I could have asked for! Thank you James for all of your hard work and consistent communication!

anonymous
April 2, 2021

Never been in the system and being an immigrant with permanent residency pending for approval. I landed in problems all because of myself and caused angst, anxiety, embarrassment for all of my family here and my parents abroad. I reached out to the best known attorney and he calmed me and my spouse that he will get us out of the trouble and avoid any hinderance in our green card processing. But I did not use to hear back from him and we were in a contract with him. After some follow ups the attorney told me that I can fire him any time, I do deserve what I did and he basically backtracked himself. He was too high in his head that he is the best but without any communication to me, my anxiety level was very high. So I had no other option but to fire him. I started reading reviews on internet and luckily found Mr James Gempler with very positive and helpful reviews and his rate of success being very high. I asked for his time and he took out time to meet me in person free of charge in the same week. he is very calm, supportive, understanding and upfront with what he can try to achieve and does his best. He helped articulate the situation and helped us not to get in immigration deportation proceedings and many cascading things could have happened with our life turned upside down. Being an immigrant domestic violence is a criminal offense and is a direct deportation from ICE. I did not even know what was domestic violence other than me raising hand someone and hurting them. In this case I caused fear to my family and others and Mr James led my case and I was promptly informed for what I should do and his continued belief on what he could do. So now when I look back in time, I can not thank enough to Mr James and his assistants for helping me get through the most entangling crisis of my life. He helped me even with immigration attorney with referral who was also splendid in her (Shirlene) work. I see Mr James as a strong human being who in my case shielded me from adverse consequences and helped get me back again to life. I would without a doubt ask anyone who needs help reach out to him. He is open hearted and very reasonable in his contract.

anonymous
November 12, 2019

James worked diligently for desired outcome with my criminal case. He did his research and was able to seek a continuance for dismissal which I am happy with.

anonymous
June 12, 2019

My goal was no jail time for a lying to a Police Officer Gross Misdemeanor. James got me what basically added up to a dismissal.

Steve
May 26, 2019

Mr. Gempleler is the best criminal defense lawyer in twin cities. Highly experienced and knowledgeable and did a great job.

DF
May 21, 2019

James and his team at NorthStar did a great job representing me and they achieved a positive outcome on my behalf. I truly appreciate the clarity, thought-leadership and responsiveness provided by James and team. If I run across anyone needing similar assistance in the future, I’ll be sure to refer them to Northstar.

Lori
March 18, 2019

I am so pleased with James Gempeler and the result he was able to get for my case (my mother's case). He put in 100% energy and hustle to get the desired result and was reasonably priced compared to other lawyers I contacted. James kept me informed at all times and was easy to work with. I will definitely be keeping James on speed dial for any future lawyer needs and would highly recommend him!