Atty. Brian D. Alton

Atty. Brian D. Alton

Member, Board of Trustees, Jeremiah Program 2005-Present. Member, Board of Trustees, The House of Hope Presbyterian Church, 2009-Present.

St. Paul St. Paul 44 yrs experience 44 year
Call (651) 290-0301 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Brian D. Alton at a glance

Brian D. Alton is a Member based in St. Paul, Minnesota, practicing at McClay Alton, P.L.L.P.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1982), U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin (1982), Minnesota (1983), and U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1983). Educated at Hamline University (J.D., 1982) and University of Wisconsin-River Falls (B.S., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Minnesota and Wisconsin State Bar Associations. Serands clients in St. Paul, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Member, Board of Trustees, Jeremiah Program 2005-Present
  • Member, Board of Trustees, The House of Hope Presbyterian Church, 2009-Present
  • Member, Board of Trustees, Presbytery of Twin Cities Area, 2005-2011
  • Member, Board of Zoning Appeals, 1991-2000 and Planning Commission, 2000-2011, City of St. Paul
  • Mediator, The Mediation Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 1986-1996

Practice Areas Explained

Brian D. Alton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian D. Alton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 St. Paul 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 Brian D. Alton

Where is Brian D. Alton's law office located?
Brian D. Alton's law practice is located in St. Paul, Minnesota. The firm is McClay Alton, P.L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian D. Alton handle?
Brian D. Alton focuses on estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Brian D. Alton practiced law?
Brian D. Alton has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Brian D. Alton go to law school?
Brian D. Alton earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1979).
How can I contact Brian D. Alton for a consultation?
You can contact Brian D. Alton directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Brian D. Alton received?
Brian D. Alton's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Hamline University
- 1982
B.S.
University of Wisconsin-River Falls
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1982
Minnesota
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1991

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