$ 350-350 per hour
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Virtual Consultation Available
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.
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38 years
38 years
38 years
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$ 350-350 per hour
State: Texas
Acquired: 1988
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State: Minnesota
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
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201 W 7th Street, Monticello, MN, 55362
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Posted by Dave | January 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Business
A review of Smith Paulson & O'Donnell legal office
Where can I start. I have been with this firm for 20 plus years for both personal and business purposes. I have owned several business (one a major worldwide franchise) and Pat has helped me navigate the treacherous area of Employment & Labor, Litigation, Business law. Anytime I needed a different...
Posted by John | January 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Business
A scary time made easy
Mr. O'Donnell worked with me on the execution of the contracts for the sale of my business. It was a major move for me and I was apprehensive. Mr. O'Donnell made sure that I was treated fairly and was knowledgeable of all of the potential issues. He took the time necessary to answer all of my ques...
Posted by Chris | January 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Business
Honest with integrity
Pat is an exceptional attorney. I have used him on many occasions for matters both business and personal in nature. I highly recommend his services.
Posted by Shannon | January 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Business
Representation in MN
Pat O'Donnell was recommended to me as an excellent attorney to represent me in a partnership dispute in Minnesota. Coming from out of State, I needed all the help I could get! Pat and his firm were more than up to the challenge. Very timely and strategically knowledgable of the courts in Minnesota, ...
"I endorse this lawyer. Pat has a remarkable knowledge of the law. He provides efficient and effective representation to every client."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
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2016
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Labor & Employment Law Certification, Minnesota State Bar Association
2007
Pro Bono Service Award, Central Minnesota Legal Services
2004
Certificate of Recognition, State of Minnesota
1990
Young Lawyer of the Year Nominee, Galveston County Young Lawyers
1988
Student Award of Merit, William Mitchell College of Law
1999 - Present
Partner, Smith, Paulson, O'Donnell & Associates, PLC
1994 - 1999
Partner, Granath & O'Donnell, PA
1988 - 1994
Associate, McLeod Alexander Powel & Apffel, PC
2014 - Present
Society for Human Resource ManagementLegislative Director
2009 - Present
10th Judicial District Equal Justice CommitteeCommittee Member
2004 - Present
Central Minnesota Legal Services BoardDirector
1994 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
Minnesota State Bar Association, 18th District Bar AssociationMember
Prevailed for client to defeat former employer's attempted Temporary Restraining Order; case settled with modifications to allow Client to obtain suitable employment.
Defeated 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.
Removal of Local Steward; drop in ULP filings against client from numerous to few.
1988
Juris Doctor
1981
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
Changes and More Changes: New Laws; Different Directions
2012
Unemployment Compensation: Being Ready for Claims Before, During and After They Arise
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