Atty. Robert Bennett
Robert Bennett is a lawyer practicing products liability, employment law, commercial litigation and 65 other areas of law. Robert received a A.B. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Minneapolis, MN · 50+ Years Experience
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About Robert Bennett at a Glance
Robert Bennett is a Managing Partner based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Gaskins Bennett & Birrell LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, formation, car accidents, drug crimes, and contracts. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1976) and Wyoming (1991). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1976) and University of Notre Dame (A.B., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Minnesota Bar Association American Bar Association American Association for Justice Minnesota Association for Justice. Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Bennett
- Robert Bennett is a lawyer practicing products liability, employment law, commercial litigation and 65 other areas of law
- Robert received a A.B. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
- Robert practices at Gaskins Bennett & Birrell LLP in Minneapolis, MN
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Robert Bennett's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Bennett handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation 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 Robert Bennett
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 Robert Bennett's practice in the field of dui/dwi, formation, car accidents, drug crimes, and contracts.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Bennett brings 50+ 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 Wyoming, Robert Bennett can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, formation, and car accidents, Robert Bennett 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 Robert Bennett 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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