Atty. Michael J McEllistrem

Atty. Michael J McEllistrem

Michael J McEllistrem is a lawyer practicing real estate law, commercial law, finance law and 5 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from St.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About Michael J McEllistrem at a glance

Michael J McEllistrem is a Shareholder based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Briggs and Morgan Professional Association. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on formation, business, real estate, m&a, and securities. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1984). Educated at Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1984) and St. Thomas College (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael J McEllistrem is a lawyer practicing real estate law, commercial law, finance law and 5 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from St. Thomas College in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Michael practices at Briggs and Morgan Professional Association in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J McEllistrem's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J McEllistrem handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Michael J McEllistrem is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Minnesota →

Securities Law

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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 Michael J McEllistrem

Where is Michael J McEllistrem's law office located?
Michael J McEllistrem's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Briggs and Morgan Professional Association. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J McEllistrem handle?
Michael J McEllistrem focuses on formation, business, real estate, m&a, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Michael J McEllistrem practiced law?
Michael J McEllistrem has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Michael J McEllistrem go to law school?
Michael J McEllistrem earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Michael J McEllistrem for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael J McEllistrem received?
Michael J McEllistrem's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of the Law
- 1984
B.A.
St. Thomas College
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1984

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