Atty. Alan G. Carlson

Atty. Alan G. Carlson

Alan G. Carlson, recognized by Best Lawyers® since 1991, has more than 40 years of experience representing plaintiffs and defendants in jury and bench trials throughout the U.S. in almost every sort of intellectual property case.

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About Alan G. Carlson at a glance

Alan G. Carlson is a ip attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Carlson Caspers. Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 1971). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026) and Lawyer of the Year — Intellectual Property Law (Minneapolis) (2010). Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Alan G. Carlson, recognized by Best Lawyers® since 1991, has more than 40 years of experience representing plaintiffs and defendants in jury and bench trials throughout the U.S. in almost every sort of intellectual property case
  • In 2010, Best Lawyers named Carlson as “Lawyer of the Year 2010, Intellectual Property Law – Minnesota.” He has won a number of multimillion-dollar jury verdicts in diverse technologies and is a Fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers

Practice Areas Explained

Alan G. Carlson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Alan G. Carlson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

Practicing law in Minnesota. Legal matters in Minnesota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Minneapolis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Minnesota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Minnesota brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Minnesota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Alan G. Carlson

Where is Alan G. Carlson's law office located?
Alan G. Carlson's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Carlson Caspers. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Alan G. Carlson handle?
Alan G. Carlson focuses on ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
Where did Alan G. Carlson go to law school?
Alan G. Carlson earned their education at (J.D., 1971).
How can I contact Alan G. Carlson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Alan G. Carlson received?
Alan G. Carlson's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property; Lawyer of the Year — Intellectual Property Law (Minneapolis).

Education

J.D.
William Mitchell College of Law
- 1971

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Intellectual Property Law (Minneapolis)
- 2010

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