In this guide to attorneys, law firms, and other legal services in Minnesota, the focus will be on statewide industry associations and large firms that practice statewide through multiple offices.
While attorneys who are licensed to practice in Minnesota can, and may at times take cases outside of their geographical area, most law firms and attorneys are more appropriately listed in the Cities & Towns category that reflects their chief office location. Otherwise, the number of listings in this category would be unwieldy.
Statewide law firms may be listed here, and in the category that corresponds to their main office. For example, Fredrikson & Byron, although founded and headquartered in Minneapolis, has locations in Mankato and Saint Paul, as well as in Iowa, North Dakota, China, and Mexico. As an international firm with roots in Minnesota, it may be listed in this category as well as in the appropriate Minneapolis subcategory in the Cities & Towns section. On the other hand, Nilan Johnson Lewis, although one of the largest law firms in Minnesota, has its offices in Minneapolis and should be listed only in the Minneapolis category.
Also appropriate for this category are associations of attorneys or law firms in Minnesota, such as the Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers, and the Minnesota Paralegal Association, as well as the Minnesota Bar Association.
Guides and directories of attorneys, lawyers, paralegals, law firms, or other legal services in Minnesota would also be suitable for this category.
 
 
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Headquartered in Mankato, Minnesota, the law firm serves the communities of Fairmont, Owatonna, Mankato, Marshall, New Ulm, Redwood Falls, Saint Peter, Waseca, and Worthington, specializing in Chapter 7, Chapter 12, and Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases. Its location, office hours, and contacts are noted, and its chief attorneys are introduced. News and information relating to bankruptcy law are posted, and links to other resources are included.
http://www.mankatobankruptcy.com/
Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers
The primary minority bar association in Minnesota, MABL serves its membership by promoting and supporting the development of black lawyers, judges, and law students within the state, who, in turn, represent the interests of black citizens and their community in the legal profession and judicial system. Its board of directors, staff contacts, and office hours are stated, along with membership policies, member benefits, and a member directory. Announcements are posted to the site.
https://mabl.org/
Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Charged with maintaining the integrity and independence of defense lawyers in criminal cases, promoting the proper administration of criminal justice, advancing the knowledge of law in the field of criminal defense in a variety of ways, and advocating for the interests of the Association before legislative, executive, and judicial bodies who determine policy for state and federal governments, the MACDL is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Membership policies and benefits are stated.
https://www.macdl.legal/
Minnesota Defense Lawyers Association
Organized in 1963, and affiliated with the Minnesota State Bar Association and the DRI, the MDLA is a membership organization designed to serve the needs of lawyers who are primarily engaged in the defense and trial of civil disputes. The purpose of organization, member benefits, and a list of member services are put forth, along with a calendar of events, CLE credit opportunities, committee assignments, administrative hours, and contacts. A career center is included.
https://www.mdla.org/
Published in print on Mondays and Thursdays, the publication concentrates on offering legal news, relevant political news, court opinion digests, and other features targeted for attorneys in Minnesota. Full access to its online or printed content requires a paid subscription. Otherwise, its site includes select content from the print edition, as well as a calendar of events, advertising, public notices, and special sections, as well as a directory of Minnesota lawyers.
https://minnlawyer.com/
Minnesota Paralegal Association
The voluntary, non-profit, professional association is made up of paralegals living or working in Minnesota. Affiliated with the National Federation of Paralegal Associations, the MPA was founded in 1974. The MPA’s definition of a paralegal is stated, along with the organization’s code of ethics, member benefits, member information, and sponsorship opportunities. Its board of directors, committee and sectional chairs, chapter directors, and administrative staff are acknowledged.
https://www.mnparalegals.org/
Minnesota State Bar Association
The MSBA is a voluntary bar association for the state of Minnesota, whose members include lawyers, judges, and other legal practitioners. Membership is not required in order to practice law in Minnesota. Membership policies and benefits are stated, various publications are available, and a member directory is published, along with various information and resources for members and the public. Its leadership and related organizations are featured.
https://www.mnbar.org/
Part of Thomson Reuters, Superlawyers is a rating services of attorneys from more than seventy practice areas who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and achievement. The selection process, regional information, and corporate office contacts are given, and a list of included attorneys is presented first by city, then by attorney name. For each listed lawyer, an attorney profile, firm name and address, licensure date, education, and practice areas are given.
https://attorneys.superlawyers.com/minnesota/
Minnesota Supreme Court Lawyer Registration Office
The Office of Lawyer Registration maintains a searchable database of lawyers, tracking the licensure status of all lawyers licensed to practice law in the state of Minnesota, issuing annual registration notices, collecting demographics and other data, receiving payment of fees, and issuing license cards and certificates of good standing. The rules on lawyer registration are stated and made available in PDF format, and the definition of registration terms are included.
https://www.lro.mn.gov/
With locations in Duluth, Lakeville, and Minneapolis, the law firm serves all of Minnesota, specializing in injuries from automobile accidents, medical malpractice, and workers compensation cases, each of which are outlined here, along with attorney profiles, including backgrounds, education, awards, and associations, as well as client reviews. Recent verdicts and settlements completed by the firm are posted, along with its office locations and contacts.
https://www.knowyourrights.com/m/