Atty. Richard J Nygaard

Atty. Richard J Nygaard

Richard J Nygaard is a lawyer practicing personal injury, products liability, construction law and 2 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from University of St.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 59 yrs experience 59 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard J Nygaard at a glance

Richard J Nygaard is a Member based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, construction, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1967), U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1969), and U.S. Supreme Court (1981). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1967) and University of St. Thomas (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Richard J Nygaard is a lawyer practicing personal injury, products liability, construction law and 2 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from University of St. Thomas in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • Richard practices in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Richard J Nygaard's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

Richard J Nygaard is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Minnesota →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Richard J Nygaard is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Minnesota →

Construction Law

Richard J Nygaard is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Minnesota →

Product Liability

Richard J Nygaard is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Minnesota →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Richard J Nygaard is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Minnesota →

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 Richard J Nygaard

Where is Richard J Nygaard's law office located?
Richard J Nygaard's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard J Nygaard handle?
Richard J Nygaard focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, construction, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Richard J Nygaard practiced law?
Richard J Nygaard has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did Richard J Nygaard go to law school?
Richard J Nygaard earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.A., 1964).
How can I contact Richard J Nygaard for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard J Nygaard received?
Richard J Nygaard's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 1967
B.A.
University of St. Thomas
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1967
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1969
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1981

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