Atty. Dean B. Thomson

Atty. Dean B. Thomson

Dean B. Thomson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law, Litigation - Construction and Litigation - Real Estate.

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Profile Summary

About Dean B. Thomson at a glance

Dean B. Thomson is a real estate, construction, and estate litigation attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Fabyanske Westra Hart & Thomson. Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1982). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate (2026). Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Dean B. Thomson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law, Litigation - Construction and Litigation - Real Estate
  • Dean B., who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2011
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Dean B. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Dean B. Thomson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dean B. Thomson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

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

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Construction Law

Dean B. Thomson is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Minnesota →

Estate & Trust Litigation

Dean B. Thomson is one of 20,023 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Dean B. Thomson

Where is Dean B. Thomson's law office located?
Dean B. Thomson's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Fabyanske Westra Hart & Thomson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dean B. Thomson handle?
Dean B. Thomson focuses on real estate, construction, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
Where did Dean B. Thomson go to law school?
Dean B. Thomson earned their education at (J.D., 1982).
How can I contact Dean B. Thomson for a consultation?
You can contact Dean B. Thomson 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 Dean B. Thomson received?
Dean B. Thomson's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate; Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Construction (Minneapolis); Lawyer of the Year — Construction Law (Minneapolis).

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 1982

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Construction (Minneapolis)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Construction Law (Minneapolis)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Construction (Minneapolis)
- 2023
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Construction (Minneapolis)
- 2020
Lawyer of the Year — Construction Law (Minneapolis)
- 2019
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Real Estate (Minneapolis)
- 2014
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Construction (Minneapolis)
- 2013

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