Atty. Scott M. Flaherty
Scott M. Flaherty is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Intellectual Property and Trademark Law.
Litigation Intellectual Property & More Attorney · Serving Minneapolis, MN
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About Scott M. Flaherty at a Glance
Scott M. Flaherty is a trademark and ip attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Taft. Educated at The University of Iowa (J.D., 2007). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Trademark Law (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 Scott M. Flaherty
- Scott M. Flaherty is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Intellectual Property and Trademark Law
- Scott M., who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2020
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Scott M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
Practice Areas Explained
Scott M. Flaherty's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott M. Flaherty handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Minneapolis.
Trademark Law in Minneapolis
Scott M. Flaherty is one of 23,086 trademark attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trademark attorneys in Minnesota →
Intellectual Property in Minneapolis
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Scott M. Flaherty is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip 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 Scott M. Flaherty
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 Scott M. Flaherty's practice in the field of trademark and ip.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trademark and ip, Scott M. Flaherty 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 Scott M. Flaherty 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 Scott M. Flaherty Handles in Minneapolis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Scott M. Flaherty has experience with under Minnesota law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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