Atty. Douglas Lawrence Elsass

Atty. Douglas Lawrence Elsass

Douglas Lawrence Elsass is a lawyer practicing partnership, appeals, business litigation. Douglas received a B.A. degree from Miami University in 1981, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas Lawrence Elsass at a glance

Douglas Lawrence Elsass is a Member based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Fruth, Jamison and Elsass, PLLC. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1991). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1991) and Miami University (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Officer and Director, Hennepin County, Minnesota State and American Bar Associations Minnesota Chapter of Federal Bar Association. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas Lawrence Elsass is a lawyer practicing partnership, appeals, business litigation
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from Miami University in 1981, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Douglas practices at Fruth, Jamison and Elsass, PLLC in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Lawrence Elsass's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas Lawrence Elsass 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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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Douglas Lawrence Elsass

Where is Douglas Lawrence Elsass's law office located?
Douglas Lawrence Elsass's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Fruth, Jamison and Elsass, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Lawrence Elsass handle?
Douglas Lawrence Elsass focuses on business, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Douglas Lawrence Elsass practiced law?
Douglas Lawrence Elsass has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Douglas Lawrence Elsass go to law school?
Douglas Lawrence Elsass earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Douglas Lawrence Elsass for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Douglas Lawrence Elsass received?
Douglas Lawrence Elsass's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 1991
B.A.
Miami University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1991

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