Atty. David E. Schlesinger
David E. Schlesinger is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Individuals and Litigation - Labor and Employment.
Employment Law - Individuals & More Attorney · Serving Minneapolis, MN
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About David E. Schlesinger at a Glance
David E. Schlesinger is a employment and litigation attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Schlesinger Kaster PLLC. Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 2006). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David E. Schlesinger
- David E. Schlesinger is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Individuals and Litigation - Labor and Employment
- David E., who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2022
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
Practice Areas Explained
David E. Schlesinger's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David E. Schlesinger handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Minneapolis.
Employment Law in Minneapolis
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
David E. Schlesinger is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Minnesota →
Civil Litigation in Minneapolis
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
David E. Schlesinger is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Minnesota →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Minneapolis
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 venue, 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.
Minneapolis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Minneapolis-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Minneapolis Choose David E. Schlesinger
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David E. Schlesinger's practice in the field of employment and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and litigation, David E. Schlesinger can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Minneapolis
A Minneapolis-based practice means David E. Schlesinger attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David E. Schlesinger Handles in Minneapolis
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