Atty. Rob Stefonowicz
Rob Stefonowicz is an experienced trial attorney and appellate advocate. Rob is the chair of the Larkin Hoffman’s real estate litigation practice group.
Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law & More Attorney · Serving Minneapolis, MN
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About Rob Stefonowicz at a Glance
Rob Stefonowicz is a real estate, zoning, and estate litigation attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Larkin Hoffman. Educated at Hamline University (J.D., 1999). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate (2026). Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Rob Stefonowicz
- Rob Stefonowicz is an experienced trial attorney and appellate advocate
- Rob is the chair of the Larkin Hoffman’s real estate litigation practice group
- He advises clients on real estate, eminent domain, land use, environmental and construction-related disputes
- Rob has extensive experience in eminent domain (condemnation) matters and has served as the chair of the Eminent Domain Section of the Hennepin County Bar Association (Minnesota’s largest district bar association)
- He was recognized by Minnesota Lawyer as an Attorney of the Year for a Minnesota Supreme Court victory setting aside a $1.4 million transportation fee imposed on a local developer
Practice Areas Explained
Rob Stefonowicz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Rob Stefonowicz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Minneapolis.
Real Estate Law in Minneapolis
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Land Use & Zoning in Minneapolis
Rob Stefonowicz is one of 39,875 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Minnesota →
Estate & Trust Litigation in Minneapolis
Rob Stefonowicz is one of 19,876 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in Minnesota →
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 Rob Stefonowicz
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 Rob Stefonowicz's practice in the field of real estate, zoning, and estate litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering real estate, zoning, and estate litigation, Rob Stefonowicz 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 Rob Stefonowicz 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 Rob Stefonowicz Handles in Minneapolis
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