Manning, Allison L.

James Wills is one of the founding partners of the law firm of Kalina, Wills, Gisvold & Clark, P.L.L.P. For over thirty years he has practiced extensively in the areas of transportation, taxation, corporate law and insurance law. Prior to founding KWGC, Jim worked in the management and as general counsel for two major trucking companies.

Jim believes that it is critical to understand the client’s business in order to better serve the client's interests. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Minnesota Trucking Association, Truckload Carrier Association and the Brainerd Baxter Lodging Association. In the past he has served on the Board of Directors for the Brainerd Lakes Area Chambers of Commerce and the Wisconsin Motor Carrier Association. In addition he has authored many articles and been a frequent speaker on various transportation and/or business related topics for the American Trucking Association, the Minnesota Trucking Association, the Truckload Carriers Association, the Wisconsin Motor Carriers Association, the Independent Contractor Division of the Truckload Carriers Association, and the Minnesota Builders Association.

Jim has published frequently in professional publications on transportation and taxation topics. HIs unique mix of skills are invaluable to his clients, many of whom have been with him for decades.