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Ryan James Bies

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  • Apple Valley, MN
  • Licensed for 14 years
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About Ryan

Ryan joined the firm as a law clerk while still in law school. Following his graduation from the University of St. Thomas School of Law, Ryan began representing clients in both family law and general civil litigation matters. Today, Ryan continues to devote much of his practice to assisting clients with family law matters. He also serves as an assistant city attorney for a number of south metro municipalities. Ryan's municipal law practice includes representing municipalities in both criminal prosecution and civil matters.

Practice areas

State, local, and municipal lawFamily
  1. Family: 50%

    14 years

  2. State, local, and municipal law: 50%

    14 years

Languages spoken

English

Contact

14985 Glazier Avenue.
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Dougherty, Molenda, Solfest, Hills & Bauer P.A.

14985 Glazier Avenue.
Suite 525
Apple Valley, MN, 55124

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      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      MNAuthorized to Practice200602/14/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2020
      Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2019
      Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2018
      Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2017
      Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2016
      Up and Coming AttorneyMinnesota Lawyer2015
      Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2015
      Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2014
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      AttorneyDougherty, Molenda, Solfest, Hills & Bauer P.A.2006 - Present
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Apple Valley ChamberMember2006 - Present
      Dakota County Bar AssociationMember2006 - Present
      Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember2006 - Present
      First District Bar AssociationPresident2016 - 2017
      First District Bar AssociationVice-President2015 - 2016
      First District Bar AssociationSecretary/Treasurer2014 - 2015
      Burnsville Breakfast RotaryMember2013 - 2018
      Minnesota State Bar AssociationDelegate2012 - 2014
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      University of St. Thomas School of Law - MinneapolisJD - Juris Doctor2006
      Luther CollegeBA - Bachelor of Arts2000
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      State v. Wyatt, 2020 WL 4045803 (Minn. Ct. App. July 20, 2020)Representing the State of Minnesota following a bench trial conviction, the conviction was affirmed in an unpublished opinion from the Minnesota Court of Appeals.
      Rebekah Lynn Green v. Peter John Graffunder, 2018 WL 6596107 (Minn. Ct. App. Dec. 17, 2018)Representing the Respondent, the court of appeals affirmed the district court order with an unpublished opinion.
      State v. Latham, 2014 WL 6608785 (Minn. Ct. App. Nov. 24, 2014)Representing the State of Minnesota, the conviction was again affirmed following remand from Minnesota Supreme Court.
      Becki Anne Suleski, f/k/a Becki Anne Rupe v. Ryan Michael Rupe, __ N.W.2d __ (Minn. Ct. App. 2014)Representing the Respondent, the district court decision was affirmed on appeal in published decision, but remanded to address findings for the holiday and special day schedule.
      State v. Latham, 2012 WL 3792209 (Minn. Ct. App. Sept. 4, 2012)Representing the State of Minnesota, the conviction was affirmed in an unpublished opinion from the Minnesota Court of Appeals.

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      Great Lawyer

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      I interviewed multiple lawyers when going through my divorce. Ryan stood out to me as he was very patient, kind and thorough. As hard as divorce is, Ryan made the legal piece very easy. He gave great recommendations and I always felt he was looking out for my best interests. I would recommend Ryan to anyone looking for a good family law lawyer.
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      Wonderful Representation

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      Ryan was very professional and thorough from day one. My situation required a quick resolution. He and his team did a great job! They handled everything quickly and made sure I knew what was going on at all times. I would highly recommend him.
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      Helpful and knowledgeable lawyer

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      Ryan did a great job representing me for a prenuptial agreement. He always kept my best interest in mind and worked hard to make sure I had all the facts and understood exactly what I was signing. I would not hesitate to recommend him!
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      All parties satisfied.

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      Great lawyer, settled my case with all parties satisfied. I'll call on him for any future legal needs. I highly recommend! He's a great guy also! Dan

      Hire Ryan! He Is Undoubtedly The Very Best!

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      Ryan is a professional trusted advisor who is responsive, no nonsense and results oriented. He has superb communication and people skills. He carefully listened first to fully understand my business objective then strategized with me to implement a course of action that proved successful. My divorce was finalized to my complete satisfaction in less than a month. I have highly recommended Ryan to family members and friends and have been thanked profusely by them for doing so. Hire Ryan! He is undoubtedly the very best!

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      Mr. Bies was very professional and handled my case in a timely fashion, delivering more than he promised. He kept me informed along the way. I was lucky to find him. I would highly recommend him to you.

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      Steven Budke, State, local, and municipal law Attorney on Sep 29, 2017
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      I endorse this lawyer.

      Nicholas Leverson, State, local, and municipal law Attorney on Sep 29, 2017
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      I endorse this lawyer.

      Lyndsay Howard, Family Attorney on Jun 22, 2015
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      Having Ryan as an opposing counsel made all the difference in the world in getting our case settled. Ryan is amicable to work with, and unlike a lot of family lawyers, does not get emotionally caught up in the food fighting. This level-headedness really helps settle cases; which in the end, results in happier clients. I would greatly enjoy working with Ryan again - I wish all opposing counsel were as pleasant as him!

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