Atty. Scott Michael Rusert

Atty. Scott Michael Rusert

Scott Michael Rusert is a lawyer practicing antitrust litigation, appellate, business/corporate and 7 other areas of law. Scott received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott Michael Rusert at a glance

Scott Michael Rusert is a Shareholder based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Nilan Johnson Lewis. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on business, construction, slip & fall, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1992), U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1994), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (2001). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo (J.D., 1992) and Dartmouth College (A.B., 1987). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Scott Michael Rusert is a lawyer practicing antitrust litigation, appellate, business/corporate and 7 other areas of law
  • Scott received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Scott practices at Nilan Johnson Lewis in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Michael Rusert's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott Michael Rusert handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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Construction Law

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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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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 Scott Michael Rusert

Where is Scott Michael Rusert's law office located?
Scott Michael Rusert's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Nilan Johnson Lewis. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Michael Rusert handle?
Scott Michael Rusert focuses on business, construction, slip & fall, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Scott Michael Rusert practiced law?
Scott Michael Rusert has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Scott Michael Rusert go to law school?
Scott Michael Rusert earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (A.B., 1987).
How can I contact Scott Michael Rusert for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Scott Michael Rusert received?
Scott Michael Rusert's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1992
A.B.
Dartmouth College
- 1987

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 2001

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