Atty. M. Gregory Simpson
Greg is primarily a litigator who defends lawyers, accountants, insurance agents and other professionals against claims of malpractice and breach of fiduciary duties; represents companies in the construction and energy production industries in commercial litigation of all types; represents insurance companies in coverage disputes and affirmative anti-fraud litigation; defends their policyholders against liability claims and suits; defends employers against claims by employees; and a wide variety of additional kinds of cases. Greg’s practice and legal skill set developed and expanded with the n
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Minneapolis, MN · 37+ Years Experience
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About M. Gregory Simpson at a Glance
M. Gregory Simpson is a Partner based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Meagher + Geer, P.L.L.P.. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1989), United States District Court, District of Minnesota (1990), United States District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (1994), and United States District Court, Central District of Illinois (1995). Educated at University of Minnesota Law School (J.D., 1989) and Reed College (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About M. Gregory Simpson
- Greg is primarily a litigator who defends lawyers, accountants, insurance agents and other professionals against claims of malpractice and breach of fiduciary duties
- represents companies in the construction and energy production industries in commercial litigation of all types
- represents insurance companies in coverage disputes and affirmative anti-fraud litigation
- defends their policyholders against liability claims and suits
- defends employers against claims by employees
- and a wide variety of additional kinds of cases
- Greg’s practice and legal skill set developed and expanded with the needs of his clients-businesses of all sizes, from sole proprietorships to large insurance companies
- Clients often want a single lawyer on “speed dial” to troubleshoot their legal questions-on whatever topic-as they arise
- They want their lawyer to answer the phone and respond to emails promptly
- Greg does answer his own phone-sometimes on the first ring-and he prides himself on being responsive
- Clients know their lawyers have other demands on their time, but they should never feel that the other clients are in the way
- Though he began his career as a large case litigator and continues to enjoy the intensity of courtroom work, early on Greg found it equally rewarding to advise businesses about how to stay out of court
- Greg has served as outside General Counsel for many companies, advising them on everything from their initial business formation and startup issues to their ultimate sale, dissolution or merger-“sunrise to sunset.” Along the way, he handles their legal issues of almost every kind, including in the areas of employment (drafting and enforcement of employment contracts and non-competes, employment law compliance audits, discrimination charges), customer and vendor contracts and disputes, insurance coverage advice, regulatory matters, account collection and litigation of all sorts
- Greg’s practice illustrates the old saying that “The law is a seamless web.” Commercial contract review and drafting are regular services that Greg provides for his for business clients
- Additionally, Greg is a Qualified Neutral under Rule 114 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice
- Greg is one of the firm’s leaders and serves on its Management Committee
- He is active in the legal community, serving and frequently contributing to, the Hennepin County Bar Association’s flagship magazine, Hennepin Lawyer
- He is also active in his community, chairing and serving as officer of various local boards
- In his free time, he enjoys fly fishing with his wife, photography and walking his dog along the Mississippi River
- Clerkships •Honorable Marianne D. Short, Minnesota Court of Appeals, 1989-1990 Community Involvement •Officer, Prospect Park Co-Op Legacy Fund, 1996-present (501c3 non-profit grant-giving organization) •Hennepin County Bar Association Ethics Committee, 1997-2010 Accolades •Qualified neutral under Rule 114 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice •Selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers of America in the areas of insurance Law and Litigation-Labor and Employment, 2020-2026 •Selected for inclusion in the Minnesota Super Lawyers list in the area of Professional Liability: Defense, Thomson Reuters, (only five percent of lawyers in the state were selected), 2013-2025 •Selected for inclusion in 'Minnesota's Top Lawyers' list in the areas of Insurance Law and Labor and Employment Law, Minnesota Monthly, 2023 •Recognized in the list of Top 100 Super Lawyers, 2015-2017 •Awarded the highest possible Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating, AV Preeminent (AV is a registered certification mark of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies) •Minnesota Law Review Staff, 1988-1989 Speaking Engagements & Publications •Panelist, Disqualification Motions in Minnesota: Ethics and Practical Insights, Minnesota State Bar Association Continuing Legal Education (March 2026) •Media Interview, What employers can and can't legally require when it comes to vaccinations, KMSP Fox 9 News (July 2021) •Author, Be Nimble and Diversify Your Skillset, The Hennepin Lawyer (January/February 2018) •Co-presenter, Real Property: The Minnesota Standard Fire Insurance Policy: Key Provisions Every Real Property Lawyer Should Know, Hennepin County Bar Association Real Property Section Continuing Legal Education (February 2016) •Presenter, Business Law Series: Corporations and LLCs Deskbook - Limited Liability, Piercing the Corporate Veil, Reverse Piercing, Entity by Estoppel, and Successor Liability, Minnesota State Bar Association Continuing Legal Education (February 2015) •Author, 'Inside Insurance'The Hennepin Lawyer (November 2013) •Author, 'An Unwelcome Intruder: Cancer in the Workplace' The Verdict, Vol. 2013, No.6 (June/July 2013)(reprinted from The Hennepin Lawyer, March 2013) •Author, 'The Biking Bar: Lawyers Jump on the Bike-Commuting Trend' The Hennepin Lawyer (June 2013) •Author, 'An Unwelcome Intruder: Cancer in the Workplace' The Hennepin Lawyer (March 2013) •Author, 'The Role of Bar Associations in Advocating for Public Policy Change' The Hennepin Lawyer (September 2012) •Author, 'Immigration Law in the Cross Hairs...As Usual' The Hennepin Lawyer (May 2012) •Presenter, Insurance Law 2011, National Business Institute CLE (September 2011) •Presenter, Interpreting the Insurance Contract, National Business Institute CLE (February 2010) •Faculty member, Upper Midwest Employment Law Institute, Employment Practices Liability Insurance, Minnesota State Bar Association Continuing Legal Education (May 2009) •Presenter, Top 10 Issues in Insurance Coverage in Minnesota, Lorman Education Services (June 2008) News •Feb 10, 2026 Gregory Simpson serves as panelist at Minnesota State Bar Association CLE program • Aug 21, 2025 Meagher + Geer congratulates its 23 attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers in 2026 • Jul 15, 2025 Meagher + Geer congratulates its 19 attorneys named to the 2025 Minnesota Super Lawyers and Rising Stars list Events •Mar 3, 2026 Disqualification Motions in Minnesota: Ethics and Practical Insights Gregory Simpson will serve as a panelist at the Minnesota State Bar Association CLE Articles •Jul 26, 2021 Covid-19 Vaccines: What Employers Can and Cannot Legally Require A KMSP Fox 9 News interview with Meagher + Geer Partner Gregory Simpson • Jan 9, 2018 Thriving in a Time of Change: Four Members, Four Perspectives Be Nimble and Diversify Your Skillset • Jan 1, 2018 Be Nimble and Diversify Your Skillset, The Hennepin Lawyer
Practice Areas Explained
M. Gregory Simpson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases M. Gregory Simpson 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.
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Business & Corporate Law in Minneapolis
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in Minneapolis
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Insurance 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 M. Gregory Simpson
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 M. Gregory Simpson's practice in the field of employment, business, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
M. Gregory Simpson brings 37+ 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 Minnesota, United States District Court, District of Minnesota, and United States District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin, M. Gregory Simpson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and litigation, M. Gregory Simpson 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 M. Gregory Simpson 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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Common Legal Issues M. Gregory Simpson Handles in Minneapolis
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