Atty. Michael Ames Putnam
Michael Ames Putnam is a lawyer practicing real estate development, real estate finance, business and 5 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Minneapolis, MN · 37+ Years Experience
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About Michael Ames Putnam at a Glance
Michael Ames Putnam is a Partner based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Malkerson Gunn Martin LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, commercial re, and foreclosure. Admitted to practice in Minnesota U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1989). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1989) and University of Minnesota (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hennepin County, Minnesota State and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Ames Putnam
- Michael Ames Putnam is a lawyer practicing real estate development, real estate finance, business and 5 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Michael practices at Malkerson Gunn Martin LLP in Minneapolis, MN
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Ames Putnam's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Ames Putnam handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Minneapolis.
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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Real Estate Law in Minneapolis
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Michael Ames Putnam is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Minnesota →
Commercial Real Estate in Minneapolis
Michael Ames Putnam is one of 15,821 commercial re attorneys indexed nationally. Browse commercial re attorneys in Minnesota →
Foreclosure Defense 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 Michael Ames Putnam
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 Michael Ames Putnam's practice in the field of business, real estate, commercial re, and foreclosure.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Ames Putnam 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.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and commercial re, Michael Ames Putnam 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 Michael Ames Putnam attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael Ames Putnam Handles in Minneapolis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Ames Putnam has experience with under Minnesota law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael Ames Putnam directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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