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Mark J. Kemper

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  • Saint Paul, MN
  • Licensed for 21 years
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About Mark

Mark Kemper concentrates his practice as a civil litigator in real estate, construction, property and casualty litigation.  He has represented  individuals and small businesses in claims involving contract disputes, construction defects and property damage for over seventeen years.  

 

In addition, Mr. Kemper's growing practice includes assisting cabin and recreational property owners with legal issues regarding their ownership and use of the family cabin or property.    

While some attorneys limit their practice to the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area, Mr. Kemper welcomes assignments to greater Minnesota.  Mr. Kemper has handled cases from Duluth to Worthington and from LaCrescent to Angle Inlet - literally across the entire state of Minnesota. 

Mr. Kemper is also admitted to the Wisconsin State Bar and has handled matters and claims throughout the state of Wisconsin as well.

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Practice areas

Construction and developmentReal estateLitigation
  1. Litigation: 40%

    We represent individuals and companies involved in state and federal courts, primarily involving property damage, property/casualty and personal injury claims.

    22 years, 1,000 cases

  2. Real estate: 30%

    We assist commercial and residential property owners, including cabin and recreational property owners, with legal issues regarding their ownership and use of their real estate properties, including family cabins or properties.

    22 years, 300 cases

  3. Construction and development: 30%

    We represent General Contractors, Sub-Contractors, Developers and Property Owners involved in commercial, residential (single-family and multi-family) and government construction projects throughout the Midwest. Representation includes defense to construction defect claims, contract disputes, mechanic liens and collection actions.

    22 years, 500 cases

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Kemper Law LLC

3470 Washington Dr., Suite 203
Saint Paul, MN, 55122-1354

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
WIGood Standing200705/22/2021
MNAuthorized to Practice199907/14/2021
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers33
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Deans ListHamline UniversityN/A
Academic Honors with DistinctionCardinal Stritch UniversityN/A
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Attorney - OwnerKemper Law LLC2009 - Present
Attorney - PartnerOskie, Hamilton & Sofio, P.A.2005 - 2009
AttorneyJardine Logan & O'brien, PLLP2003 - 2005
AttorneyHanson, Lulic & Krall, LLC2000 - 2003
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
State Bar of WisconsinMember2007 - Present
State Bar of Wisconsin, Litigation SectionMember2007 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember1999 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember1999 - Present
Hennepin County Bar AssociationMember1999 - Present
Ramsey County Bar AssociationMember1999 - Present
Dakota County Bar AssociationMember1999 - Present
International Association of Arson InvestigatorsMember1999 - Present
Minnesota Defense Lawyers AssociationMember1999 - Present
Minnesota Defense Lawyers Association, Construction Law CommitteeMember1999 - Present
First Judicial District Bar AssociationMember1999 - Present
Minnesota State Bar Association, Construction Law SectionMember1999 - Present
Minnesota State Bar Association, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm SectionMember1999 - Present
Lake County Bar AssociationMember1999 - Present
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
www.kemperlaw.comTo Pre-Lien or Not Pre-Lien, that is the Question2019
Wisconsin Seasonal Residents AssociationKeeping the Cabin in the Family2015
Minnesota Residential Construction Claims GuideMinnesota Residential Construction Claims Guide2006
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Hamline University Graduate School of ManagementM.A.2002
Hamline University School of LawJ.D.1999
Cardinal Stritch UniversityB.S.1996
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
SECURA Insurance Company CLEMinnesota Residential Construction Claims Guide2006
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Construction DefectsDefense Verdict
Construction Defects / Contract DisputeDefense Verdict
Contract Dispute / ConstructionDefense
Personal InjuryDefense
Contract Dispute / Appellate CourtDefense Verdict
Arbitration - Construction Contract DisputeDefense

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Mechanic Lien

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We first hired Kemper Law several years ago following a recommendation from another contractor to assist our construction company with a mechanic lien matter that had to be filed under a short deadline (within days). Kemper Law was able to get the lien statement filed within 24 hours and ultimately we were able to collect on our invoice from the property owner. We have since hired Mark multiple times to assist us with construction contract reviews and drafting and is our first call whenever our company has any legal issues concerning construction-related matters. Would definitely recommend Kemper Law to any other contractors!
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Boundary Dispute

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I had a dispute with a neighbor at our lake place concerning the boundary line and our neighbors construction of a pole barn on our property. Mark handled it professionally and efficiently and we were able to preserve our relationship with the neighbors. Mark was a pleasure to work with and we are very pleased with the end result.
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Family cabin transfer

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Mark helped our family when we needed to divide our family cabin and he created an entity so that we could keep it in the family for many more years to come. He was intelligent, raised several issues we had never even thought of and was a pleasure to work with. He helped us out of a difficult situation and I would recommend him to others without hesitation.
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Mark did an AWESOME job representing our company in a New Construction warranty dispute

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Mark has great knowledge of New Home Warranty law. He did an excellent job representing our home building company in a law suit. His knowledge, experience, and writing skills our very strong and were a key to representing our side of the case. We highly recommend him, and would definitely use him again. Thanks again Mark..........you did a great job for us :)

Got it done

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When I was leasing commerical space and found myself dealing with an unreasonable landlord, Mark Kemper quickly resolved the dispute on by behalf, and got me a nice settlement. Mark is and will be the first attorney I turn to regarding any legal matter. Smart, ethical, and high skilled, Mr. Kemper is a top-notch attorney.

Commercial Lease Dispute

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My landlord sued my corporation for violating rules set forth in the commercial lease. The suit was dubious and threatened the viability of my business. Mark helped me resolve the issue. He always provided me with sound legal advice. He would thoroughly explain the legal process and give me the pros and cons of every course of action, so that I was able to make informed decisions. Ultimately, the dispute was resolved and my business was saved.

Lease Dispute

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I hired Mr. Kemper to assist me with a dispute I was having with my landlord concerning a commercial lease. Through his efforts, I was able to get out of my lease three years early, the landlord paid for my relocation costs, and even paid a portion of my build-out expenses at the new location. I was very impressed with his work ethic and his ability to compress "legal boilerplate" into simple, straight-forward legal advice. I would definitely hire him again and have recommended him to other friends and family.

Attorney endorsements

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Matthew Johnson, Litigation Attorney on May 4, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse Mark Kemper as an excellent lawyer representing clients involved in litigated disputes. Mark advocates aggressively on behalf of his clients while at the same time showing respect and professionalism towards his opponents.

John Kempe, Construction and development Attorney on May 1, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. I referred my father and brother to Mark Kemper to handle a dispute regarding an homeowner's insurance policy claim. His knowledge, demeanor and professionalism resulted in a very fair outcome.

Michael Moline, Litigation Attorney on May 1, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I have know Mr. Kemper as a lawyer for more than ten years and have appeared opposite of him on dozens of cases. He is a thorough, thoughtful and extremely successful advocate. I would feel confident having him handle any matter from insurance defense to commercial litigation and I highly recommend him to anyone who has repeated lines of litigation that require careful file handling.

William Hull, Construction and development Attorney on May 1, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. I have served as a mediator in a number cases that Mark was representing a client on over the past 10. He was always well prepared, accurately evaluated his cases and aggressively represented his clients. He is an excellent attorney.

Margaret Skelton, Litigation Attorney on Apr 30, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Garth Unke, Construction and development Attorney on Apr 30, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Mark is an excellent litigator who knows how to evaluate and defend his case. Clients will be pleased with his performance!

Kelly Griffitts, Construction and development Attorney on Apr 30, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Mark is an exceptional, efficient attorney who obtains results for his clients.

Christian Lassen

Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.

Ronald Lundquist, Litigation Attorney on Feb 19, 2015
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

I have known Mark Kemper for many years. I have a very high opinion of his work product, and of his client interaction skills. Mark is a well known figure in the Minnesota legal community and is respected by colleagues and judges in the fields of litigation, construction law and estate planning. I recommend Mark to any potential client. His years of experience have prepared him well for the legal issues that come his way.

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