Atty. Brian Alan Gravely
Brian is a seasoned trial attorney known for his adept representation of both individuals and businesses at every stage of litigation. He advises clients on a diverse array of complex business matters, including corporate and commercial disputes such as breach of contract, fraud, and other business torts; real estate litigation; contested probate and wills/trust cases; and bankruptcy proceedings.
Profile Summary
About Brian Alan Gravely at a glance
Brian Alan Gravely is an Of Counsel based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Meagher + Geer, P.L.L.P.. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (2004), United States District Court, District of Minnesota (2013), and United States District Court of International Trade (2026). Educated at Mitchell Hamline School of Law (J.D., 2004) and Western Kentucky University (B.A., 2001). Active member of Professional Affiliations •Member, Minnesota State Bar Association •Member, Midwest Global Trade Association. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Want to Get Service From This Attorney?
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About
- Brian is a seasoned trial attorney known for his adept representation of both individuals and businesses at every stage of litigation
- He advises clients on a diverse array of complex business matters, including corporate and commercial disputes such as breach of contract, fraud, and other business torts
- real estate litigation
- contested probate and wills/trust cases
- and bankruptcy proceedings
- Brian’s strategic counsel and legal insight consistently guide his clients through challenging legal landscapes.Over the course of his distinguished career, Brian has managed every facet of litigation
- His experience encompasses drafting persuasive pleadings, motions, and legal briefs
- preparing and analyzing written discovery
- conducting depositions and evidentiary hearings
- navigating trials and appeals
- and skillfully negotiating settlements
- Brian’s unwavering advocacy and practical approach have secured favorable outcomes for a broad range of clients.Before joining the firm, Brian practiced at a litigation firm, where he handled a spectrum of civil disputes-including probate and will/trusts, contract, and fraud litigation
- He also previously served as Prosecutor for the City of Howard Lake, Minnesota.Brian earned his J.D. from Mitchell Hamline School of Law, following his undergraduate studies at Western Kentucky University, where he was inducted into the honor society Phi Alpha Theta.Beyond his professional endeavors, Brian is an unabashed Red Sox enthusiast, having left the streets of Boston to marry his small-town Minnesota sweetheart
- Averse to frigid winters, he prefers spending his downtime watching movies with his children-especially the Harry Potter series, a family favorite.Professional Certifications & Special TrainingPassed FINRA Series 65 Uniform Investment Adviser Law ExamCommunity InvolvementAdjunct Professor, Mitchell Hamline School of Law, 2017-2018 Professor, National American University, 2007-2018Publications/PresentationsFor many years, Brian has served as a subject matter expert (SME) and online contributor for the publisher McGraw Hill for their business law textbooks.NewsFeb 2, 2026Meagher + Geer welcomes litigator Brian Gravely to the firm
Practice Areas Explained
Brian Alan Gravely's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Alan Gravely handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Brian Alan Gravely is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Minnesota →
Brian Alan Gravely is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Minnesota →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Brian Alan Gravely is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Minnesota →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Brian Alan Gravely is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Minnesota →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Brian Alan Gravely is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Minnesota →
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.
Looking for additional Minnesota attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Minneapolis or all attorneys in Minnesota.
Frequently Asked
Common questions about Brian Alan Gravely
Where is Brian Alan Gravely's law office located?
What practice areas does Brian Alan Gravely handle?
How long has Brian Alan Gravely practiced law?
Where did Brian Alan Gravely go to law school?
How can I contact Brian Alan Gravely for a consultation?
Practice Areas
Education
Bar Admissions
Reviews
No reviews yet.