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Craig William Trepanier

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Fees

Contingent (33%-40%), Fixed (Sometimes), Hourly ($275-$300/hour)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

Trepanier & MacGillis P.A.

8000 Flour Exchange Building

310 Fourth Avenue South

Minneapolis, MN 55415

Office: 612-455-0502
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Minnesota NonCompete Law

Languages Spoken

English

About Me

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I attended the University of Minnesota Law School and graduated magna cum laude in 1994. Since then, I began practicing law in Minneapolis; first at two large... more

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“General Business Law Services”

Posted by: Paula, 2011-10-10 4 months ago.

Client Review: Craig takes the time to understand our business issues. Then he efficiently and effectively completes the work using the best mix of resources... more

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“Outstanding Non-Compete Lawyer”

Posted by: Rob, 2011-02-17 12 months ago.

Client Review: I am a regional sales professional and used Mr. Trepanier to represent me in a non-compete dispute. Not only was he extremely responsive, he knew... more

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7 endorsements

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I've been across the table from Craig several times. I always know that he will have researched his position carefully, that he will advocate... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Dennis Merley , Minneapolis (MN), 11 months ago

I have referred start-up clients needing assistance with sales contracts and business development matters to Craig. I have received very positive... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Jon Powers , Minneapolis (MN), 11 months ago

Résumé

License

17 years since Craig William Trepanier was first licensed to practice law.

State	License status	Year acquired	Last updated by Avvo
Minnesota	Authorized to practice	1994	01/22/2012

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position	Duration
Founder, President, and Attorney at Trepanier & MacGillis P.A.	2003–present
Founder and Attorney at Trepanier Law Office	2001–2003

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Education

School	Major	Degree	Graduated
University of Minnesota Law School	Law	JD - Juris Doctor	1994
Augustana College	Political Science	BA - Bachelor of Arts	1991

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Awards

Award Name	Granting Organization	Date
SuperLawyer	Super Lawyers	2011
Super Lawyer	SuperLawyers	2010

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Associations

Position	Association Name	Duration
Associate Member	Manufacturers' Agents National Association (MANA)	2011-present
Corporate Secretary	Minnesota Transport Services Association	2003-present

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Portfolio

Contribution

Reputation Level 8

Answers:	22	Legal Answers
	2	Best Answers
	6	Answers marked as good
Guides:	0	Legal Guides
	0	Staff Picks

Cases

Roberge v. SatCom Marketing, LLC and F. Dale Wunderlich

Outcome: (not available)

Publications

Article	Publication	Date
Introduction to Drug and Alcohol Testing	Upper Midwest Employment Law Institute	2010
Non-Compete Agreements: Can They Be Assigned Under Minnesota Law?	The Hennepin Lawyer	2009

To Test or Not to Test for Drugs and Alcohol?	Ridgeview Medical Center Navigator	2009
Non-Compete Agreements: Are They Assignable Under Minnesota Law?	Trepanier & MacGillis P.A. Website	2009
It's Time to Update Your Corporate Minute Book	Trepanier & MacGillis P.A. Website	2008
Minnesota Supreme Court Allows Employers to Limit Payment of Accrued PTO to Discharged Employees	Trepanier & MacGillis P.A. Website	2007
Agreements to Agree: Are They Enforceable?	Trepanier & MacGillis P.A. Website	2003
Seventh Circuit Expands Protection of Confidential Information	Trepanier & MacGillis P.A. Website	2002
The Women's Restroom Line Just Got Shorter	Trepanier & MacGillis P.A. Website	2001
Court Says "Stay Home" to Employees on FMLA Leave Who Cannot Do Their Jobs	Trepanier & MacGillis P.A. Website	2001
Untangling the Intellectual Property Rights of Employers, Employees, Inventors, and Independent Contractors"	Employee Relations Law Journal	1997
Evolution of the Paperless Office: Legal Issues Arising Out of Technology in the Workplace -- Part II. Electronic Administration of Personnel Records, Benefit Plans, and Direct Payroll Deposit	Employee Relations Law Journal	1996
Update on Mandatory Drug and Alcohol Testing	The Hennepin Lawyer	1996
It's Not Just for Truckers Anymore: Mandatory Drug and Alcohol Testing	The Hennepin Lawyer	1996
Mandatory Drug and Alcohol Testing Now Required	Constructive Comment (Associated General Contractors)	1996
New Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations Take Effect January 1, 1996	Courier Magazine	1996
Mandatory Drug and Alcohol Testing	Specifics Magazine (Construction Specification Institute)	1996
Evolution of the Paperless Office: Legal Issues Arising Out of Technology in the Workplace -- Part I. E-Mail and Voicemail Systems	Employee Relations Law Journal	1995
Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace	Minnesota Employment Laws and Regulations (Minnesota Chamber Business Services, 1st Edition	1995
Trading Places: Employer Strategies to Avoid Mandatory Awards of Interest, Liquidated Damages, and Attorney's Fees Under the MPPAA	Minnesota Law Review	1993

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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name	Conference	Date
Understanding Minnesota Sales Representative Laws	Minnesota CLE	2011
Introduction to Drug and Alcohol Testing	Upper Midwest Employment Law Institute	2010

Non-Compete Agreements: Can They Be Assigned Under Minnesota Law?	Hennepin County Bar Association Section Meeting	2009
Update on Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace	Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace	2009
Motor Carrier Liability: Avoiding Negligent Entrustment Claims	Minnesota Safety Council	2003
Employment Law Horror Stories	Minnesota Construction Association	2003
Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace	Minnesota Alcohol Traffic Safety Administration (MATSA)	2003
Introduction to Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace	Ridgeview Business Health	2002
Avoiding Million Dollar Employment Mistakes	Human Resource Managers of Cultural Organizations	2001
Legal Implications of Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace	North Dakota Safety Council	2000
Untangling the ADA, MHRA, FMLA, Workers' Compensation and Drug and Alcohol Testing Issues	Minnesota Safety Council	2000
Drug & Alcohol Testing: What Every Occupational Health Nurse Should Know	Minnesota Association of Occupational Health Nurses	2000
Applying Leave Policies in Light of the ADA, FMLA, and FLSA	Human Resource Managers of Cultural Organizations	2000
Avoiding Million Dollar Mistakes, Employment Law Update 2000: Guiding Employers Through the New Millennium	Employment Law Institute	2000
The New Definition of Disability After the October, 1998 Term	WestGroup In-House Continuing Legal Education Program	1999
Legal Implications of Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace	South Dakota Safety Council	1999
Legal Implications of Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace	Minnesota Safety Council and Fairview-University Hospital	1999
Untangling the ADA, FMLA, and Drug and Alcohol Testing Issues in the Workplace	Minnesota Safety Council	1999
Legal Implications of Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace	Minnesota Safety Council	1999
Electronic Ethics: Professional Responsibility, Confidentiality, and the Attorney-Client Privilege	Minnesota Continuing Legal Education	1999
Introduction to Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace	Medford Area Safety Council	1999
Post-Accident Drug and Alcohol Testing: What Happened to Sample B?	Trucking Industry Defense Association	1998
Drug and Alcohol Testing	Public Risk Management Association	1998
Drug and Alcohol Testing and the Law	Public Risk Management Association	1998
Untangling the ADA, MHRA, FMLA, Workers' Compensation, and Drug and Alcohol Testing Issues	Minnesota Safety Council	1998
Supervisor Liability for Safety and Health Risks	Minnesota Safety Council	1998
Introduction to Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace	Minnesota Department of Economic Security, Job Service Employer Committee, Fall Conference	1998
Dealing With Employees With Substance Abuse Problems: An Explanation of Reasonable Accommodation Under the Americans With Disabilities Act and the Family & Medical Leave Act	The Araz Group	1997
An Explanation of Reasonable Accommodation Under the Americans With Disabilities Act and the Family & Medical Leave Act	The Araz Group	1997
Update on Drug and Alcohol Testing for Motor Carriers	Southern Motor Carriers	1997
Introduction to Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace	Minnesota Workforce Center	1997
Top Ten Employer Mistakes: How to Avoid Employment Litigation	Minnesota Transport Services Association, 1997 Annual Convention	1997
Breakfast With the Experts: Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace	Minnesota Safety Council	1997
Supervisor Liability for Safety and Health Risks	Minnesota Safety Council	1997
Untangling the ADA, MHRA, FMLA, Workers' Compensation, and Drug and Alcohol Testing Issues	Minnesota Safety Council	1997
Hot Topics Regarding Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace	Minnesota Safety Council	1997
Introduction to Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace	Minnesota Safety Council	1997
Introduction to Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace	Minnesota Safety Council	1997
Motor Carrier Liability: Avoiding Negligent Entrustment Claims	Minnesota Safety Council	1997
Untangling the Intellectual Property Rights of Employers, Employees, Inventors, and Independent Contractors	Minnesota Project Innovation	1997
Reducing 5% of Your Payroll Costs Through a Drug and Alcohol Testing Program	Minnesota Department of Economic Security	1997
Drugs in the Workplace: Your Legal Rights as an Employer	Minnesota Department of Economic Security	1997
Top Ten Employer Mistakes: How to Avoid Employment Litigation	Minnesota Construction Management Association	1997
How to Draft a Policy for Your Employee Handbook	Medical Educational Services, Inc.	1997
Employee Drug Testing	Medical Educational Services, Inc.	1997
Workplace Violence: The Problem, Sources of Employer Liability, and Suggestions for Management	American Public Works Association	1997
Substance Abuse in the Workplace	American Public Works Association	1997
Introduction to Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace	Allina Medical Systems and Minnesota Chamber of Commerce	1997
Introduction to Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace	Allied Charities of Minnesota	1997
Employee Handbooks: Why Have One	Allied Charities of Minnesota	1997
Contracts of Transportation in the Deregulated Industry	Minnesota Transport Services Association, 1996 Annual Convention	1996
What Association Executives Need to Know About Drug and Alcohol Use in the Workplace	Minnesota Society of Association Executives	1996
Introduction to Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace	Minnesota Safety Council	1996
Drugs in the Workplace and Your Rights	Minnesota Department of Economic Security	1996
An Ounce of Prevention Beats a Pound of Cure – How to Prevent Employment Problems in Your Gambling Organization	Allied Charities of Minnesota	1996
To Test or Not to Test: Mandatory Drug and Alcohol Testing	Minnesota Transport Services Association, 1995 Annual Convention	1995
Complying With New Federal Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations	Minnesota Plumbing, Heating and Cooling Contractors Association	1995
Mandatory Drug and Alcohol Testing	Eighth Annual Popham Haik Labor and Employment Seminar	1995
Bonuses, Partial Days Off, and Other Hot Wage and Hour Topics	Seventh Annual Popham Haik Labor and Employment Seminar	1994

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