$ 175-250 per hour
Patrick D McGuiness
About Patrick
Biography
As an attorney and small business owner, I strive to provide practical solutions to my clients problems. Specifically, I enjoy advising clients on employment law matters such as the Fair Labor Standards Act.
I am active in the community and volunteer for multiple organizations.
Hiway Federal Credit Union - Directore, Board of Directors
City of Saint Pau District 9 Council - First Vice President
Charter School Property, Inc. - President, Board of Directors
Meals on Wheels Saint Paul - Weekly Volunteer Delivery Driver
Minnesota Nursery & Landscape Association:
-Organizational Assessment Team
-Public Relations Committee
-Stormwater Management Task Team
-Permeable Paver Systems Subcommittee
-Landscape Education Committee
I am always looking for new challenges and enjoy working with clients in all industries!
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
50%
18 years
Construction and Development
25%
18 years
Contracts and Agreements
15%
18 years
Real Estate
10%
18 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Minnesota for 19 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Zlimen & McGuiness, PLLC
1216 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN, 55104
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Patrick D McGuiness's Reviews
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Posted by Jack | February 15, 2013
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Responsive and Professional, Patrick performed all tasks requested by my business.
Posted by Jack | February 7, 2013
Professional
Patrick serviced the needs of the Association I work for professionally on several occasions in the last few years. Top notch and trustworthy
Posted by Chris | July 15, 2011
Trustworthy St. Paul Attorney. Good work and fair billing.
I've worked with Patrick McGuiness for business entity creation, employee handbook, general employment practice consultation, issues related to customers/collections. Also consultation on the contracts we use with our clients. Patrick is a pleasant person to work with and is very professional and ...
Patrick D McGuiness's Lawyer Endorsements
"Patrick is a terrific lawyer! He's very knowledgeable, as well as creative. He brings these and many other strengths to bear on his client's legal issues. I highly recommend him!"
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"Patrick brings strong advocacy skills and great customer service to all of his clients. His experience as a business owner and an attorney make him uniquely qualified to provide the practical advice that matters most to clients."
"Pat is a diligent, hard working and knowledgeable lawyer. I refer potential cases to Pat because, in addition to those qualities, I know that he is responsive and will treat the potential client with respect."
Charles Delbridge
Employment and labor lawyer
Matthew Ludt
Family lawyer
Kevin Sieben
Criminal defense lawyer
Samuel Edmunds
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Bryan Zlimen
Unknown lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
Major General Garrison Award, US Special Operations Command
2012
One of Ten Outstanding Young Minnesotans, Minnesota Jaycees
2010
Todd Bachman Award for innovation in Green Industry business, University of Minnesota, MNLA Foundation
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Captain, U.S. Army Reserve JAG Corps
2010 - Present
Adjunct Representation Professor, Mitchell Hamline School of Law
2008 - Present
Attorney, Zlimen & McGuiness, pllc
Associations
2011 - Present
Hiway Federal Credit UnionVice Chair, Director, Board of Directors
2008 - Present
Minnesota Turf Association
2008 - Present
Minnesota Turf and Grounds Foundation
2006 - Present
Minnesota State Bar Association
2001 - Present
Minnesota Nursery And Landscape AssociationDirector, Board of Directors 2014-2015
2010 - 2013
Charter School Property, Inc.President, Board of Directors
2009 - 2013
City of Saint Paul District 9 Community Council - Fort Road FederationFirst Vice President
Sample of Legal Cases
Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry v. Anonymous Irrigation Contractor
Significantly reduced Consent Order.
Goldstar Travel & Advertising v. William Fuller
Settled
Federal Department of Labor v. Anonymous Landscaper
Signigicantly reduced assesment for client
Education
2006
William Mitchell College of Law
Juris Doctor
2002
University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
University of Virginia, Semester at Sea Enrichment Voyage
The Role of Lawyers in Democracy
2013
North Dakota Nursery and Greenhouse Association
The Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) and Your Business
2013
National Sports Turf Managers Association Convention
Hiring the Right Person
2013
National Sports Turf Managers Association Convention
How to Hire the Best and Know How to Fire Them Just in Case
2011
William Mitchell Alumni CLE Series
Overlooked Overtime Provisions in the Fair Labor Standards Act
2011
Northern Green Expo
Too Many Laws, Rules & Regulations... I just want to work
2011
North Dakota Nursery & Greenhouse Association Convention
Federal Labor Law for the Green Industry
2011
Hedberg Spring Education Day
The Fluctuating Workweek - A Compliant Plan for Green Industry Employees
2011
Gertens Spring Education Day & Buying Fair
The Fluctuating Workweek - A Compliant Plan for Green Industry Employees
2010
Northern Green Expo
Contracts & Mechanics Liens in Minnesota
2010
JRK Seed Spring Education Day
What happens during a federal Department of Labor Audit
2010
Hedberg Spring Education Day
What happens during a federal Department of Labor Audit
2010
Guest Lecturer
What You Need to Know Before Starting a Green Industry Business
2010
Guest Lecturer
What You Need to Know Before Starting a Green Industry Business
2010
Gertens Spring Education Day
What happens during a federal Department of Labor Audit
2008
Gertens Spring Contractor Expo
Choosing the Right Business Entity
Publications
2013
2012
2011
The Scoop - The Official Publication of the MNLA
Three Most Common Employment Law Violations
2011
The Scoop - The Official Publication of the MNLA
LLC Post Formation Requirements
2011
Building Products Connection - Publication of The Northwest Lumber Association
5 Common Employee Handbook Mistakes
2010
The Scoop - The Official Publication of the MNLA
OSHA - What you need to know about the Severe Violator Enforcement Program
2010
The Scoop - The Official Publication of the MNLA
Saving Money on Overtime Using the Fluctuating Workweek
2010
The Scoop - The Official Publication of the MNLA
Employee Misclassification
2008
The Scoop
Don't Put Your Personal Assets at Risk
2008
The Scoop
Why Everyone Should Have an Attorney
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers