Brenda Michelle Sauro

Brenda Michelle Sauro

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 34 years

Lawsuits and disputes Lawyer at Oakdale, MN
Practice Areas: Lawsuits & Disputes, Litigation, Residential ... +2 more

992 Inwood Ave. N., Oakdale, MN

About Brenda

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Lawsuits and Disputes 25%

Assist property owners including Associations in their defect claims and owners who have been misled in their purchase.

25%
Insurance 20%

Represent commercial and residential clients litigating insurance policy coverage issues.

35 years

20%
Residential Real Estate 20%

Assist homeowners and associations with moisture intrusion, construction defect, non-disclosure, fraud, mold and contract claims.

35 years

20%
Construction and Development 10%

Assist in lien disputes, payment claims, contract claims and MBE and DBE contracting issues and requirements.

35 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-300 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 11 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2014

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Minnesota for 23 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 2003

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Licensed in Arizona for 12 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2014

Resigned

No misconduct found

Licensed in Colorado for 34 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1991

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Sauro & Bergstrom, PLLC

992 Inwood Ave. N., Oakdale, MN, 55128

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Brenda Michelle Sauro's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Cedar | May 30, 2019 | Construction & Development

Skilled, creative advocate in a complex field

I advise a property owner who was represented in a complex construction defect case by Brenda. I have been continually impressed by her persistence and creativity in the face of unexpected and inexplicable complexities. Should I find myself in need of a real estate or construction attorney, I would n...ot consider hiring anyone else.

Posted by James | December 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Construction & Development

James R. Schwebel

Brenda Sauro represented me in complex construction/insurance litigation and did an outstanding job. She was prompt, thorough, and a strong advocate., and at a fair price

Posted by Michael | September 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Construction & Development

Excellent Attorney

In my role as President of a Condo Homeowners Association, I worked alongside Brenda for the better part of 3 years as she led us to a successful outcome with our rather complex and large case against the original developers, architects, manufacturers, and contractors of our building; driven largely ...by moisture intrusion issues. Brenda was an excellent guide to our board, none of us had experience with this type of process before and she skillfully navigated us throughout the sometimes tedious process. It was also clear that Brenda is very well connected within her area of practice, and that was of benefit to our Association as well. Finally, Brenda was always most professional, prompt, and a pleasure to work with. Wholeheartedly I recommend Brenda if you are looking for an Attorney to help lead you though issues in her area of expertise.

Posted by Mary | November 17, 2010 | Arbitration

Successful Arbitration Award

Brenda handled an arbitration case involving several big non-disclosure facts on a house I purchased in 2007. The seller claimed no water damage, leakage, roof leaks and more. The biggest issue was heavy mold hidden behind wallpaper from a previously flooded basement. The roof had also leaked and ...mold was covered with wallpaper. Carpeting covered up water damage and mold to wood floors. The end result was a huge arbitration award in my favor. Seller was ordered to repurchase the house at full purchase price plus pay damages and costs involved with house while I owned it but could not move into or live in. I was reimbursed taxes, insurance, expert witness testimony and other fact finding costs for mold remediation, appraisals etc. I had no previous experience with lawyers so needed much hand holding and advice as the case progressed. She quickly responded to all my questions, worries and angst but was ready for all the denials, counter claims and attempts to stall things as long as possible from seller. She was calm, well-prepared and at ease during the long (11 hrs.) sometimes frustrating arbitration. When the award came back it was beyond my hopes and expectations. I would most definitely hire Brenda again. A good lawyer but also a lovely, kind person who understood what I was going through.

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Brenda Michelle Sauro's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mark Kemper

Litigation lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Valerie Sims

Construction and development lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Garth Unke

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Brenda is an excellent trial attorney! She is widely recognized as a top tier construction/insurance lawyer in the state of Minnesota. I would not hesitate using her services."

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Justin Schiks

Construction and development lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Brenda Sauro is a skilled litigator with a reputation for being a zealous and highly skilled attorney."

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Valerie Sims

Class action lawyer

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Garth Unke

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Attorney of the Year, Construction Defect & Dispute Conference

2015

Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

1991

Cum Laude, William Mitchell College of Law

1990

1st Place Rosalie Walsh Moot Court, William Mitchell College of Law

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney Owner, Sauro & Bergstrom, PLLC

2005 - 2012

Shareholder, Hammargren & Meyer, P.A.

Associations

2013 - Present

NAPIA

2003 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

1993 - Present

American Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Wright v. Service Master

Jury Verdict in Favor of Owner

Property Purchaser v. Property Seller

Arbitration Award of $43,000 in favor of purchaser.

Crescent Moon v. American Family

Appraisal Award of $150,000

Interlachen v. American Family

Jury Verdict in Favor of Association in excess of $650,000

Interlachen v. American Family

Jury Verdict in Favor of Association in excess of $650,000

Seshadri v. Edina Realty

Plaintiff's award--$326,000

Broeker v. Seller

Arbitration award ordering sellers to repurchase home for $495,000 and pay $76,000 in damages to purchaser based on sellers' non-disclosures

Keyho v. Pielert

Arbitration award of $217,000 in favor of clients due to sellers' non-disclosures in real estate transaction.

Interlachen v. American Family

Jury verdict in excess of $600,000

Interlachen v. American Family

Jury verdict in excess of $600,000

Scharrel v. Wal-Mart

Verdict $3.3 Million

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Education

1998

University of Wyoming

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1991

William Mitchell College of Law

J.D.

Speaking Engagements

2017

First Party Claims Conference

Collapse Coverage

2017

American Bar Association, Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section

Consequential Damages

2016

Construction Law CLE

Jury Selection in Construction Litigation

2015

First Party Claims Conference

Matching post Cedar Bluffs

2015

First Party Claims Conference

Match Issues in First Party Insurance

2015

Construction law CLE

Picking a Jury

2015

Construction Defect Claims Conference

When to sue

2015

American Bar Association, Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section

EUO Examinations

2015

ADR section

Appraisal Process

2014

First Party Claims Conference

Examinations Under Oath

2013

NAPIA annual meeting

Jury Trials and strategy

2011

Ramsey County Bar Association

New Homeowner Warranty Law

Publications

2017

The Brief (ABA) EUO's What you Need to Know
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