Atty. David Thomas Schultz

Atty. David Thomas Schultz

David Thomas Schultz is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, health care, commercial litigation and 5 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Carleton College in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 41 Years Experience 41 year
Call (612) 714-9546

Profile Summary

About David Thomas Schultz at a glance

David Thomas Schultz is a Partner based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Maslon LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, ip, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1985), U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1985), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1989), and Wisconsin (2000). Educated at Stanford Law School (J.D., 1985) and Carleton College (B.A. Political, 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Minnesota State and American Bar Associations Minnesota Defense Lawyers Association National Association of College and University Attorneys National Board of Trial Advocacy. Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David Thomas Schultz is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, health care, commercial litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Carleton College in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • David practices at Maslon LLP in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

David Thomas Schultz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Thomas Schultz 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.

David Thomas Schultz is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Minnesota →

Business & Corporate Law

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

David Thomas Schultz is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Minnesota →

Real Estate Law

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

David Thomas Schultz is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Minnesota →

Intellectual Property

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

David Thomas Schultz is one of 94,505 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Minnesota →

Land Use & Zoning

David Thomas Schultz is one of 36,102 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Thomas Schultz

Where is David Thomas Schultz's law office located?
David Thomas Schultz's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Maslon LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Thomas Schultz handle?
David Thomas Schultz focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, ip, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has David Thomas Schultz practiced law?
David Thomas Schultz has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did David Thomas Schultz go to law school?
David Thomas Schultz earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A. Political, 1981).
How can I contact David Thomas Schultz for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Thomas Schultz received?
David Thomas Schultz's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stanford Law School
- 1985
B.A. Political
Carleton College
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1989
Wisconsin
Admitted: 2000
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 2004
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit Indiana
Admitted: 2005

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