Atty. Thomas Leo Bird

Atty. Thomas Leo Bird

Thomas Leo Bird is a lawyer practicing tax law, business law, trusts and estates and 28 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.S. degree from University of South Dakota in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

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Profile Summary

About Thomas Leo Bird at a glance

Thomas Leo Bird is an Officer based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Fredrikson & Byron, P.A.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on formation, trusts, probate, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (1980), Massachusetts (1982), U.S. Tax Court (1982), and Minnesota (1987). Educated at Boston University (LL.M. University, 1983) and University of South Dakota (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Leo Bird is a lawyer practicing tax law, business law, trusts and estates and 28 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from University of South Dakota in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Thomas practices at Fredrikson & Byron, P.A. in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Leo Bird's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Leo Bird handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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Trusts

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Probate

Thomas Leo Bird is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Minnesota →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Thomas Leo Bird is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Thomas Leo Bird

Where is Thomas Leo Bird's law office located?
Thomas Leo Bird's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Fredrikson & Byron, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Leo Bird handle?
Thomas Leo Bird focuses on formation, trusts, probate, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Thomas Leo Bird practiced law?
Thomas Leo Bird has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Thomas Leo Bird go to law school?
Thomas Leo Bird earned their education at (LL.M. University, 1983); (B.S., 1977).
How can I contact Thomas Leo Bird for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Leo Bird 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 Thomas Leo Bird received?
Thomas Leo Bird's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

LL.M. University
Boston University
- 1983
B.S.
University of South Dakota
- 1977

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

South Dakota
Admitted: 1980
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1982
Minnesota
Admitted: 1987
Colorado
Admitted: 2025
North Dakota
Admitted: 2026

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