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Atty. Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett

Atty. Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett

Steve Plunkett concentrates his practice in health care and sexual misconduct defense, bringing nearly 30 years of experience to his role as litigator and counsel. Mr.

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About Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett at a glance

Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett is a personal injury attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Bassford Remele. Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1989) and University of Minnesota Twin Cities (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (Minneapolis) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026). Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Steve Plunkett concentrates his practice in health care and sexual misconduct defense, bringing nearly 30 years of experience to his role as litigator and counsel
  • Mr. Plunkett has defended health care and other clients in hundreds of cases involving bodily injury or the death of residents in group homes and assisted living or skilled nursing facilities
  • His health care team obtained a defense verdict in 2017 in a significant pressure wound injury case
  • Mr. Plunkett also represents corporations sued for their employees’ sexual misconduct
  • Recently, he obtained a favorable resolution of several high-profile cases involving former high school students’ sexual abuse claims
  • Mr. Plunkett is Chair of the Defense Research Institute’s Law Institute, where he oversees national seminars on health care law topics including long-term care, medical liability, and other related topics
  • Mr. Plunkett is a member of Bassford Remele's Compensation Committee and Chair of its Strategic Planning Committee

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett 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.

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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 Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett

Where is Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett's law office located?
Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Bassford Remele. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett handle?
Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett focuses on personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
Where did Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett go to law school?
Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett received?
Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (Minneapolis); Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants; Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Elder Law.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 1989
B.A.
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
- 1985

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (Minneapolis)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Elder Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (Minneapolis)
- 2023
Lawyer of the Year — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (Minneapolis)
- 2021

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