Atty. Michael W Bertelsen
Michael W Bertelsen is a lawyer practicing arbitration, general practice, probate and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Hamline University in 1994, and has been licensed for 48 years.
Arbitration & More Attorney · Serving Bloomington, MN · 48+ Years Experience
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About Michael W Bertelsen at a Glance
Michael W Bertelsen is a Member based in Bloomington, Minnesota, practicing at Jessica L. Ryan. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on probate, juvenile, and adr. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1978) and Minneapolis (1998). Educated at Hamline University (J.D., 1997) and Hamline University (B.A., 1994). Serves clients in Bloomington, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael W Bertelsen
- Michael W Bertelsen is a lawyer practicing arbitration, general practice, probate and 4 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Hamline University in 1994, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Michael practices at Jessica L. Ryan in Bloomington, MN
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Michael W Bertelsen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael W Bertelsen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Bloomington.
Probate in Bloomington
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Juvenile Law in Bloomington
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Mediation & Arbitration in Bloomington
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Michael W Bertelsen is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Minnesota →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Bloomington
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 Bloomington 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.
Bloomington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Bloomington-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 Bloomington Choose Michael W Bertelsen
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 W Bertelsen's practice in the field of probate, juvenile, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael W Bertelsen brings 48+ 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 and Minneapolis, Michael W Bertelsen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, juvenile, and adr, Michael W Bertelsen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Bloomington
A Bloomington-based practice means Michael W Bertelsen 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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