Law Offices of James J. O'Connor

Law Offices of James J. O'Connor is a law firm in Minneapolis, Minnesota, specializing in workers’ compensation, personal injury, and Social Security Disability claims. The firm serves individuals across the state who have been injured on the job or in accidents, offering legal representation with a focus on advocacy and client support. With a long-standing commitment to helping working-class people, the firm provides free consultations and operates on a contingency basis, meaning clients pay no legal fees unless they recover compensation. Their services include handling workplace injury claims, appeals of denied benefits, third-party personal injury lawsuits, and disability benefit applications. The firm is recognized for its client-centered approach and has received positive feedback for its professionalism and support.

The firm’s founding philosophy stems from a deep understanding of the challenges faced by injured workers, rooted in the personal history of its lead attorney, Michael J. O’Connor, whose family background includes coal miners and factory workers. This heritage informs the firm’s mission to represent those who have been wronged by unsafe working conditions or denied rightful benefits. The team is composed of attorneys and support staff who share a commitment to integrity, trust, and accessibility, ensuring clients receive personalized attention throughout their legal journey. The firm has built a reputation for success in complex claims, including those involving car accidents, nursing home abuse, and occupational illnesses.

The office is located on 2nd Avenue South in downtown Minneapolis, situated just a short walk from South 7th Street and South 8th Street, and within a quarter-mile of 9th and 2nd Park and the Foshay Museum and Observation Deck. It is also a brief distance from Government Center Park and the YMCA, placing it in the heart of the city’s civic and recreational core.

The firm maintains a strong online presence, with a well-optimized website that search engines can easily interpret and a consistent, detailed record of its services and operations across digital platforms. This visibility ensures that individuals seeking legal help can find the firm with confidence.

By combining deep local roots with a steadfast dedication to justice, Law Offices of James J. O'Connor stands as a trusted advocate for injured workers and accident victims throughout Minneapolis and the surrounding region.