Atty. Robert T. Brabbit
Robert Brabbit brings more than two decades of experience representing individuals in complex personal injury matters. Since joining Sieben Carey in 2017, he has continued a long-standing career advocating for plaintiffs in civil litigation, with a focus on workers' compensation , motor vehicle accidents, product liability , and wrongful death claims.
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs & More Attorney · Serving Minneapolis, MN
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About Robert T. Brabbit at a Glance
Robert T. Brabbit is a personal injury and workers comp attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at SiebenCarey. Admitted to practice in Minnesota, Minnesota State Bar Association and Wisconsin, Wisconsin State Bar Association. Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 1991). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert T. Brabbit
- Robert Brabbit brings more than two decades of experience representing individuals in complex personal injury matters
- Since joining SiebenCareyin 2017, he has continued a long-standing career advocating for plaintiffs in civil litigation, with a focus on workers' compensation, motor vehicle accidents, product liability, and wrongful death claims
- His work also extends to asbestos-related cases, including those involving mesothelioma, asbestosis, and lung cancer
- Before joining the firm, Robert was a founding partner of the Minneapolis-based firm Brabbit & Salita, P.A., where he built a reputation as a skilled trial attorney
- His peers have consistently recognized his work, including an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell and repeated selection to Super Lawyers—an honor awarded to a small percentage of attorneys in Minnesota—every year since 1996
- Robert has been actively involved in the legal community throughout his career
- He previously co-chaired the Workers’ Compensation Section of the Hennepin County Bar Association and is a member of several professional organizations, including the Minnesota Association for Justice, Minnesota State Bar Association, American Bar Association, and American Association for Justice
- He frequently contributes to continuing legal education programs focused on workers’ compensation litigation
- In addition to his practice, Robert has shared his knowledge in the classroom as an adjunct professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, where he taught Trial Advocacy and Advanced Trial Advocacy
- He has also contributed to the Minnesota State District Court Civil Practice Deskbook, a widely used resource among attorneys and judges across the state
- Robert is licensed to practice in Minnesota and Wisconsin, as well as in the United States District Court and the United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit
- He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Minnesota and his Juris Doctor from Mitchell Hamline School of Law
- During law school, he served as Executive Editor of the William Mitchell Law Review
Practice Areas Explained
Robert T. Brabbit's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert T. Brabbit handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Minneapolis.
Personal Injury in Minneapolis
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.
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Workers Compensation in Minneapolis
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
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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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Why Clients in Minneapolis Choose Robert T. Brabbit
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 T. Brabbit's practice in the field of personal injury and workers comp.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Minnesota, Minnesota State Bar Association and Wisconsin, Wisconsin State Bar Association, Robert T. Brabbit can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and workers comp, Robert T. Brabbit 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 T. Brabbit 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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Common Legal Issues Robert T. Brabbit Handles in Minneapolis
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