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Patrick M O'Donnell

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Avvo Rating9.4
  • Monticello, MN
  • Licensed for 31 years
Patrick M O'Donnell
Patrick M O'Donnell
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About Patrick

I help employers, executives & professionals get out of trouble and stay out of trouble. Call me.

I represent employers and executive and professional employees in labor and employment law matters.  My goal is to keep you and your company out of legal conflict by preventing it from happening or, when possible, resolving issues before they expand into war.  If you are already at war or appear to be heading that way, I am experienced in litigation, mediation, arbitration, administrative and investigative proceedings.   

Practice areas

Debt collectionBusinessLitigationEmployment and labor
  1. Employment and labor: 60%

    32 years

  2. Litigation: 25%

    32 years

  3. Business: 10%

    32 years

  4. Debt collection: 5%

    13 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

201 W 7th Street
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Smith Paulson O'Donnell & Erickson, PLC

201 W 7th Street
Monticello, MN, 55362

Office (763) 295-2107
Office (888) 395-2107
Fax (763) 295-5165

Website

http://www.spoelawyers.com

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
TXInactive 198812/22/2019
MNAuthorized to practice198812/08/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
DistinguishedMartindale-Hubbell2016
Labor & Employment Law CertificationMinnesota State Bar Association2011
Pro Bono Service AwardCentral Minnesota Legal Services2007
Certificate of RecognitionState of Minnesota2004
Young Lawyer of the Year NomineeGalveston County Young Lawyers1990
Student Award of MeritWilliam Mitchell College of Law1988
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PartnerSmith, Paulson, O'Donnell & Associates, PLC1999 - Present
PartnerGranath & O'Donnell, PA1994 - 1999
AssociateMcLeod Alexander Powel & Apffel, PC1988 - 1994
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Society for Human Resource ManagementLegislative Director2014 - Present
10th Judicial District Equal Justice CommitteeCommittee Member2009 - Present
Central Minnesota Legal Services BoardDirector2004 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember1994 - Present
Minnesota State Bar Association, 18th District Bar AssociationMember1994 - Present
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
William Mitchell College of LawJuris Doctor1988
St Cloud State UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts1981
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
SHRM North Star Chapter MeetingChanges and More Changes: New Laws; Different Directions2015
Monticello Chamber of Commerce & IndustryUnemployment Compensation: Being Ready for Claims Before, During and After They Arise2012
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
DNS Sales, Inc. v. Hamond, Minnesota Dist. Court, Wright CountyPrevailed for client to defeat former employer's attempted Temporary Restraining Order; case settled with modifications to allow Client to obtain suitable employment.
Follett v. Cleaning Crew, Minnesota Dist. Court, Carlton CountyDefeated by Summary Judgment Plaintiff's claim to being employee of Client, and prevailed against Plaintiff's Motion to Compel discovery, winning attorney's fee award for Client.
Temroc Metals, Inc and United Auto Workers, NLRB, 18th Dist., MinnesotaRemoval of Local Steward; drop in ULP filings against client from numerous to few.

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Excellent Attorney

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Patrick represented me in a lawsuit against my former employer. He was an extremely skillful negotiator and my employer settled with us for a substantial sum of money. Patrick was great to work with and kept me extremely well informed at every step along the way. This attorney is extremely friendly and truly cares about his clients. I would highly recommend him.
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Michael Patera, Business Attorney on Feb 4, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer. Pat has a remarkable knowledge of the law. He provides efficient and effective representation to every client.

Rhonda Magnussen, Family Attorney on Feb 4, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. He works hard and provides smart, sound counsel.

James Bumgardner, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jan 14, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Pat represented the seller in a corporate transaction in which I represented the buyer. Pat was a zealous advocate for his client while not making the transaction more involved or expensive than necessary for both sides. I know many corporate attorneys, but Pat is one of the few I actually trust enough to send clients to when I have a conflict and cannot handle the matter myself.

Jacob Erickson, Family Attorney on Mar 6, 2013
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

I endorse this lawyer. Mr. O’Donnell is a highly respected attorney in Wright County. He is a certified employment law specialist and a BV rated attorney. Unlike many civil lawyers, Mr. O’Donnell has no fear of State or Federal Court and will do what it takes to get the job done.

Gerald Paulson, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 22, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer. I have practiced with Pat since 1999 and we have been partners since 2001. Pat possesses and practices the highest standards of ethics, diligence, intellect and industry; I am most pleased to be his partner.

Charles Flinn

I endorse this lawyer. I am an ADR neutral who does 90 mediations a year. I have acted as a mediator on several cases where Mr. O'Donnell represented one of the parties. He provided excellent representation to his client(s) and is a skilled lawyer and negotiator.

Cost

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  • Hourly Rates$350-$350/hour
    PAYMENT METHODS

    Cash, Check, Credit Card