Atty. Eric J. Howe
Eric Howe concentrates his practice on debt restructurings, distressed mergers and acquisitions, and related litigation. He advises businesses, investors, committees, indenture trustees, and other parties in complex restructuring transactions, both in and out of court.
Corporate Trust Services & More Attorney · Serving Minneapolis, MN · 21+ Years Experience
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About Eric J. Howe at a Glance
Eric J. Howe is a Shareholder based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on trusts and agriculture. Admitted to practice in Missouri (2005), Kansas (2006), Illinois (2007), and Minnesota (2013). Educated at University of Iowa College of Law (J.D., 2005) and Truman State University (B.S. Justice, 2002). Active member of Professional & Community Involvement •Member, Hero Committee, Still Kickin •Member, American Bar Association •Member, Minnesota State Bar Association •Member, Turnaround Management Association. Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric J. Howe
- Eric Howe concentrates his practice on debt restructurings, distressed mergers and acquisitions, and related litigation
- He advises businesses, investors, committees, indenture trustees, and other parties in complex restructuring transactions, both in and out of court
- Concentrations •Corporate restructurings and bankruptcy •Health care/senior living restructuring •Agribusiness restructuring Recognition & Leadership Awards & Accolades •Member, The M&A Advisor Turnarounds Awards, 'Consumer Discretionary Deal of the Year (under US $1billion),' 2025 •Member, Winning Team, Turnaround Management Association, “TMA Annual Turnaround/Transaction of the Year Award,” 2021 •Member, Winning Team, The M&A Advisor Turnaround Awards, “Restructuring of the Year ($500 MM - $1B),” for the restructuring of American Addiction Centers, 2021
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Eric J. Howe's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric J. Howe handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Minneapolis.
Trusts in Minneapolis
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Agricultural Law in Minneapolis
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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 Eric J. Howe
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 Eric J. Howe's practice in the field of trusts and agriculture.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric J. Howe brings 21+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Missouri, Kansas, and Illinois, Eric J. Howe can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts and agriculture, Eric J. Howe 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 Eric J. Howe attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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