$ 100-450 per hour
Adam W Heaton
About Adam
Biography
Accomplished and team-oriented leader, attorney, and trusted advisor with over 26 years of experience guiding start-ups, leaders, and organizations in strategic planning, process development, and operational efficiency to drive cost-effective outcomes.
Skilled in navigating legislative, rulemaking, and administrative processes to support compliance and governance.
A seasoned advocate, negotiator, dispute resolution qualified neutral, former adjudicator and judge.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Minnesota for 22 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 19 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oregon for 22 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Adam W Heaton
Park Street, White Bear Lake, MN, 55110
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Adam W Heaton's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 16 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Maria | November 13, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
FANTASTIC SERVICE!
I just found Adam with a Google search, so was unsure what to expect. He went above-and-beyond to make my real estate transaction easy, quick and affordable. He 100% exceeded my expectations! I highly recommend his services :)
Adam Heaton
Replied last November 16, 2015Thanks Maria! It was a pleasure working with you. ~Adam
Posted by Jaime Cole | October 31, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Knowledgeable and integrity
Adam by far exceeded our expectations with his expertise, knowledge and honesty. We highly recommend Adam. He works fast and has your best interest always. We trust him completely. He handled our real estate matter quickly ,was always honest and had great communication. If you choose him to help...
Adam Heaton
Replied last November 2, 2015Thanks Jaime!! ~Adam
Posted by Sandy | May 1, 2015
Greatest Lawyer Ever
Adam W. Heaton was personable and charismatic. He knows his job and helped complete all I asked him to do. He helped with completion of my will and also on a Quit Claim Deed change. He did a fantastic job. I would recommend him to all my friends and family.
Posted by Mac | August 4, 2014
Adam Heaton: A Review
Adam Heaton has acted as legal counsel for our start-up business. He has always provided an objective viewpoint, and helped guide our start-up in a favorable direction through his insights and competence. He has always acted with high integrity and honesty, informing us of important/necessary legal a...
Posted by Ryan | August 3, 2014
Resourceful and trustworthy
Adam has been instrumental in the formation and development of my business. Without his help and knowledge we wouldn't be in the position we are today. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a qualified and resourceful attorney.
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Experience
Honors
2014
10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Bankruptcy Attorneys
2010
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washinton State Bar Association
2009
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2008
Board Certified Real Property Law Specialist, Minnesota State Bar Association
2001
Selected for Fellowship, Office of Secretary, Dept. of Defense, United States Presidential Management Fellows Program
2001
Selected for Fellowship, Under Secretary, US Army, United States Presidential Management Fellows Program
2001
Selected for Fellowship, Public Affairs, Dept. of State, United States Presidential Management Fellows Program
2001
Selected for Fellowship, Office of the Director, FBI, United States Presidential Management Fellows Program
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Attorney, Leadership Consultant, Qualified Neutral, Adam W. Heaton, JD, MBA
2009 - 2011
Adjunct Professor, Mitchell Hamline College of Law
2004 - 2007
Senior Associate Attorney, BenePartum Law Group, PA
2002 - 2003
Judicial Law Clerk to Circuit Court Judge, Oregon Judicial Department, Fifth Circuit
2001 - 2002
Legal & Financial Intellectual Property Analyst, Intel Corporation
2000 - 2001
Judicial Law Clerk to Administrative Law Judges, Oregon Public Utility Commission, Administrative Hearings Division
1999 - 2000
Oregon Site Communicator, Consultant, Editor, & Author, Intel Corporation
Associations
2008 - 2010
Minnesota State Bar AssociationChair, General Practice, Solo, & Small Firm Section
Sample of Legal Cases
Automation Arts. Inc. v Erasmus M. James, et al.
Prevailed
Education
2002
Willamette University College of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence
2002
Atkinson Graduate School of Management, Willamette University
MBA for Business, Government, and Not-for-Profit Management
1998
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2010
Side-by-Side Comparison of Practice Management Software Applications
Law Practice Management
2010
Do's and Don'ts in the Courtroom | The Judge's Perspective
Succeeding in the Courtroom
2010
Adjunct Faculty, Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Legal Practicum Business Practice
2009
QuickBooks Boot Camp: Year-End Matters, Trust Accounting, & Tracking Billable Time
Trust Accounting Using QuickBooks, and More
2009
Adjunct Faculty, Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Legal Practicum Business Practice
2008
Adjunct Faculty, Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Legal Practicum Business Practice
Publications
2008
Bench & Bar
Homeowner Association Liens
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can a quitclaim deed in MN be used to remove the spouse from the title of their home and have only one going forward?
01 Aug 2019
Q&A
If a seller of a house does not leave after closing, what remedies does a buyer have?
30 Jul 2015
Q&A
Who pays for Flea extermination? Landlord or tenant? Tenant has no pets.
11 Jun 2013