About Blaine
Biography
I practice exclusively in Plaintiff's Employment Litigation. Whether the case involves retaliation, discrimination, whistleblowing or sexual harassment, I have extensive litigation experience and alternative dispute resolution (mediation) skills, which makes me a strong advocate for my clients.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
40%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Minnesota for 11 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in Wisconsin for 11 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Location
Halunen Law
IDS Center, 80 South 8th Street, Suite 1650, Minneapolis, MN, 55402
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Blaine Lm Balow's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 8 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Michael Carpenter | February 27, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Wrongful death
My brother was wrongful killed by a security guard in 2022 in Huntington place apartments August 1st.
Posted by Mary | March 9, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Top notch competent professional!
We sought out Mr. Balow specifically for our case. He is extremely knowledgeable, thorough and always professional. We were very satisfied with not only his services, but with the outcome of our case. Definitely felt he was in our corner and working for our best interest. Would highly recommend hi...
Posted by Jamie | March 7, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Great attorney
Blaine did an exceptional job for our organization. His quick ability to give us the answers, guidance and response we needed was extremely helpful in ensuring we were proceeding in the right direction and prepared for what came next. I would recommend Mr. Balow to anyone looking for an attorney; you...
Posted by Lisa | February 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Amazingly caring and talented
Nothing is more scary than the family court system. Blaine is attentive to emotions and gains confidence by his amazing intellect and knowledge of the law. He very swiftly lead me through the court system to a complete “win”. Blaine catches EVERYTHING including contradictory statements by opposing pa...
Posted by Anne | December 7, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Glad we found Blaine Balow
Our first encounter with Blaine was for an emergency situation late on a Friday afternoon, and he expedited the client on-boarding process to assist us then and there. He was incredibly patient and able to wade through all the messy details to get to the real issues and solutions for our parenting t...
Blaine Lm Balow's Lawyer Endorsements
"Blaine is an excellent attorney. He is supportive and easy to work with. I would highly recommend Blaine for anyone needing an employment attorney."
"I know Blaine as a colleague in family law practice. I first met him three years ago during a mediation for a same-sex domestic partnership dissolution. Blaine was professional and creative in discussing the unique legal issues presented. Since that first meeting, each interaction with Blaine has been client focused and results oriented. Blaine is diligent, knowledgeable, and an zealous advocate for his clients. I am no longer in private practice and Blaine is a trusted referral."
"Blaine is a formidable attorney who works tirelessly for his clients. I would highly recommend him."
"Blaine is a family lawyer I think of whenever one of my clients needs a referral. He's well-respected and ambitious, and a great guy on top of it all."
"Blaine is a dedicated and zealous advocate for his clients both in and out of the courtroom. He not only listens and cares about his client's goals, but he achieves the best possible outcome for his clients. I strongly recommend Blaine to any family law client!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Blaine is compassionate towards his clients and is a zealous advocate for them!"
"Attorney Balow is an extremely talented legal mind who is known throughout the legal community to be exceptionally caring and devoted to his clients. I highly recommend attorney Balow."
"I endorse this lawyer. Blaine is an exceptional legal writer. He has exemplary attention to detail and is a strong courtroom advocate."
"I have had the opportunity to work with Mr. Balow as opposing counsel on two separate divorce matters. Mr. Balow is knowledgeable, extremely detailed, and fights hard for his client's interests. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."
"Blaine is an outstanding attorney. He has exacting attention to detail, high level people skills and excellent knowledge of the law. We are lucky to have him."
"Attorney Balow has impressive skills as a litigator as well as an impressive knowledge of the law. He is a proactive and eager attorney always ready to strongly advocate for his clients. Anyone would be lucky to have him as their attorney."
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Employment and labor lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
Family lawyer
Employment and labor lawyer
Class action lawyer
Employment and labor lawyer
Workers compensation lawyer
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Litigation lawyer
Family lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2019
Minnesota Super Lawyer Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Top Young Attorneys in Minnesota, The American Registry
2019
Excellence Award, Hennepin County Bar Association
2012
Negotiation, CALI-Excellence for the Future Award
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Associate Attorney, Halunen Law
2016 - 2018
Associate Attorney, Heimerl & Lammers, LLC
2015 - 2016
Associate Attorney, Remington & Associates, P.A.
2014 - 2015
Associate Attorney, Hellmuth & Johnson, PLLC
Associations
2018 - Present
National Employment Lawyer Association (Minnesota Chapter)Board Member
2018 - Present
Fourth Judicial District Ethics CommitteeVolunteer Investigator
2014 - Present
Hennepin County Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Education
N/A
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2019
E-Discovery for the Plaintiff's Employment Lawyer
2018
Employment Law in Workers' Compensation Cases
2017
Ethics
2016
Appeals, Name Change Applications, and Domestic Violence in Divorce and Custody Proceedings
2016
Spousal Maintenance
Publications
2018
2017
2017
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
How does domestic partnership legally affect child custody rights in MN if the partnership is dissolved?
11 Aug 2017
How can we cut ties with toxic grandma?
11 Aug 2017