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At Burns Law Office our practice is limited to family law matters such as divorce/separation, child custody, child support, father's rights, alimony/spousal maintenance, prenuptials and related matters. John is one of the most respected and experienced attorneys in divorce appellate law throughout the state of Minnesota. He has successfully argued more than 60 cases to the MN Court of Appeals and the MN Supreme Court as well as countless motions, trials and contested matters in district court.
John handles complex and high-conflict divorces, high-asset cases, hidden accounts and property investigation matters, protection of business assets, and contested child custody as well as many straightforward and amicable divorce resolutions. He practices primarily in Dakota, Scott, Hennepin, Ramsey, Washington and Carver counties but takes cases throughout the state.
John grew up in Bloomington, Minnesota and graduated from Jefferson High School in 1985. He attended Mankato State University on a football scholarship and graduated in 1989. After that, John attended Law School at Indiana Universtiy where he graduated with honors in 1992.
John returned to Minnesota and began his practice in Rosemount, Minnesota. He moved his office to Burnsville in 1994 and has remained in the same location for over twenty years.
In his free time, John likes traveling and perfecting his chilli recipe. He coaches youth sports and cheers for the Vikings and Timberwolves. He has completed over 15 marathons including the Boston Marathon and dozens of triathlons capped off with the Hawaii Ironman.
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State: Minnesota
Acquired: 1992
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Posted by Jill | April 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney
BEST FAMILY LAW ATTORNEY IN MINNESOTA!!! I hired John Burns based on a referral from a friend who told me that John was the BEST divorce lawyer in the state. She was right!! John was INCREDIBLE!! He listened attentively to my concerns, he was reassuring and made me feel at ease when things were cha...
Posted by Kat | November 4, 2021 | Hired Attorney
John is a lawyer who knows his business. He expertly walked me through a very difficult divorce and fought for me every step of the way. His compassionate nature was needed during a very delicate time.
Posted by Nancy | October 6, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I had a narcissistic ex that was going to take me for everything. John stopped that from occurring. He fought for me and the kids and we overcame so many obstacles my ex threw at us. My ex continues to try to drag this out but John will not allow for this. We are taking the matters to the judge and h...
Posted by Nicole | March 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney
After finding myself in a very confusing legal process pertaining to the parenting time with my son, I knew I needed to find a new attorney who could help untangle what the court had done. I met with a dozen attorneys and I am so grateful I hired John! Within our first meeting, John gave me immed...
Posted by Eric | February 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney
John gave me great confidence - his command of the law and professionalism can not be overstated. John successfully defended my case understanding fairness, and my rights under the law, not to mention his superior expertise vs opposing counsel. I can not emphasize the level of character - integrity -...
"I wholeheartedly endorse this attorney. John is one of the best family lawyers in Minnesota. I met him many years ago as an adversary and his tenacious representation of his client immediately earned my respect. Since then I have referred countless clients to him and consistently receive positive feedback about his representation. If you need a family lawyer, I strongly encourage you to contact John Burns."
"John is a well respected divorce attorney who has done a very good job zealously advocating for the clients I have referred to him. I endorse John and will continue to encourage friends and referral sources to send family law matters in the south metro to him as well."
Divorce and separation lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2020
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Clients Choice, AVVO
2006
Dakota County Hero's Award, Legal Aid of Dakota County
2004
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2003
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2003
Who's Who in American Law, Law & Politics Magazine
1996 - 1998
Partner, Sheridan & Burns
1994 - 1996
Partner, Knutson, Stier, Earley, Knutson, Sheridan & Burns
1994 - 2024
Owner, Burns Law Office
1992 - 1994
Lawyer, McMenomy, Hanson & McCann
1990 - 1992
law clerk, Indiana Supreme Court
2004 - Present
Dakota County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
1993 - Present
First Judicial District Ethics CommitteeMember
1992 - Present
First Judicial District Bar AssociationMember
1992 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember
1992 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2004 - 2006
Dakota County Bar AssociationPresident
2000 - 2002
First Judicial District Bar AssociationPresident
Court of Appeals reversed award of custody to wife.
Court of Appeals reversed extension of Parenting Consultant's term.
Court of Appeals reversed awards of spousal maintenence, child support and attorney's fees and remanded the case back to the District Court for further proceedings.
1992
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2014
Practitioners Guide to Navigating Early Neutral Process
2007
Trends in Family Law
2006
Trends in Minnesota Family Law
2013
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Legal Answers
Do I have a right to be present at child therapy session should I have my child see a therapist? post-divorce environment.
28 Jan 2015
In a divorce, can my wife take half of my solely owned LLC?
27 Jan 2015
Divorce decree
13 Nov 2014