Atty. Carla J Pedersen

Atty. Carla J Pedersen

Carla J Pedersen is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate, corporate law, transactional law and 2 other areas of law. Carla received a degree from Hamline University School of Law in 1991, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Carla J Pedersen at a glance

Carla J Pedersen is a Shareholder based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at McGrann Shea Carnival Straughn & Lamb Chartered. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, commercial re, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1991), U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1991), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1992). Educated at Hamline University School of Law (cum laude Hamline University School of Law Class of 1991 Silver Gavel Honor Society Hamline Universi, 1991) and Hamline University School of Law J.D. cum laude Hamline University School of Law J.D. Silver Gavel Honor Society Hamline University School of Law J.D. Dean's List Hamline University School of (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Hennepin County (Member, Real Property Section) and Minnesota State Bar Associations Minnesota Commercial Real Estate Women Fellowship of Christian Business and Professional Women. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Carla J Pedersen is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate, corporate law, transactional law and 2 other areas of law
  • Carla received a degree from Hamline University School of Law in 1991, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Carla practices at McGrann Shea Carnival Straughn & Lamb Chartered in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Carla J Pedersen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Carla J Pedersen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Commercial Real Estate

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Land Use & Zoning

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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 Carla J Pedersen

Where is Carla J Pedersen's law office located?
Carla J Pedersen's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is McGrann Shea Carnival Straughn & Lamb Chartered. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Carla J Pedersen handle?
Carla J Pedersen focuses on business, real estate, commercial re, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Carla J Pedersen practiced law?
Carla J Pedersen has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Carla J Pedersen go to law school?
Carla J Pedersen earned their education at (cum laude Hamline University School of Law Class of 1991 Silver Gavel Honor Society Hamline Universi, 1991); (—).
How can I contact Carla J Pedersen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Carla J Pedersen received?
Carla J Pedersen's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

cum laude Hamline University School of Law Class of 1991 Silver Gavel Honor Society Hamline Universi
Hamline University School of Law
- 1991
Hamline University School of Law J.D. cum laude Hamline University School of Law J.D. Silver Gavel Honor Society Hamline University School of Law J.D. Dean's List Hamline University School of
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Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1992

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