Atty. Patrick Christopher Burns
Patrick Christopher Burns is a lawyer practicing foreclosure and alternatives, consumer protection, contracts and 30 other areas of law. Patrick received a B.A. degree from American University in 1993, and has been licensed for 25 years.
Consumer Protection & More Attorney · Serving Minneapolis, MN · 25+ Years Experience
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About Patrick Christopher Burns at a Glance
Patrick Christopher Burns is a Partner based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Burns & Hansen, P.A.. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, contracts, trusts, and child custody. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (2001) and U.S. District Court District of Minnesota (2008). Educated at University of Minnesota Law School (J.D., 2000) and American University (B.A., 1993). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick Christopher Burns
- Patrick Christopher Burns is a lawyer practicing foreclosure and alternatives, consumer protection, contracts and 30 other areas of law
- Patrick received a B.A. degree from American University in 1993, and has been licensed for 25 years
- Patrick practices at Burns & Hansen, P.A. in Minneapolis, MN
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Patrick Christopher Burns's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick Christopher Burns handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Minneapolis.
Divorce in Minneapolis
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Wills in Minneapolis
Patrick Christopher Burns is one of 34,363 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Minnesota →
Contracts in Minneapolis
Patrick Christopher Burns is one of 76,101 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Minnesota →
Trusts in Minneapolis
Patrick Christopher Burns is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Minnesota →
Child Custody & Visitation 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 Patrick Christopher Burns
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 Patrick Christopher Burns's practice in the field of divorce, wills, contracts, trusts, and child custody.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick Christopher Burns brings 25+ 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 U.S. District Court District of Minnesota, Patrick Christopher Burns can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, wills, and contracts, Patrick Christopher Burns 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 Patrick Christopher Burns 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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