Atty. Stephen C Rathke

Atty. Stephen C Rathke

Stephen C Rathke is a lawyer practicing personal injury, commercial litigation, legal malpractice defense and 3 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Valparaiso University in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen C Rathke at a glance

Stephen C Rathke is a personal injury, business, litigation, elder law, and adr attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1971) and U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1971). Educated at Valparaiso University (J.D., 1971) and Valparaiso University (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Stephen C Rathke is a lawyer practicing personal injury, commercial litigation, legal malpractice defense and 3 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from Valparaiso University in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Stephen practices in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen C Rathke's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen C Rathke handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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.

Stephen C Rathke is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Minnesota →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Stephen C Rathke is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Minnesota →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Stephen C Rathke is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Minnesota →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Stephen C Rathke is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Minnesota →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Stephen C Rathke is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Minnesota →

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 Stephen C Rathke

Where is Stephen C Rathke's law office located?
Stephen C Rathke's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen C Rathke handle?
Stephen C Rathke focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, elder law, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Stephen C Rathke practiced law?
Stephen C Rathke has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Stephen C Rathke go to law school?
Stephen C Rathke earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact Stephen C Rathke for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen C Rathke directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Stephen C Rathke received?
Stephen C Rathke's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Valparaiso University
- 1971
B.A.
Valparaiso University
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1971
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1971

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