$ 275-300 per hour
About Brett
Biography
Attorney Brett Larson focuses his practice in the areas of strategic business planning, contract negotiation, real estate, and trademark law for businesses, and estate planning and asset protection strategies for business owners and high net worth individuals. Brett serves as outside general counsel to many Minnesota based businesses including start ups, small businesses, and global corporations.
Brett leverages his experience and background as lead counsel in a broad range of complex litigation and transactional settings to guide and counsel his clients to develop sound business and legal strategies to avoid, and if necessary, be well prepared for litigation.
Brett understands that his clients need to make important decisions quickly, which is why he is always available to provide direction and discuss any questions or concerns they may have. His clients know that he is in their corner in the way that he advocates for their interests while advancing his client’s overarching business goals in an efficient and cost effective manner.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Minnesota for 17 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Licensed in Hawaii
State: Hawaii
No misconduct found
Location
Messerli & Kramer
1400 Fifth Street Towers, 100 S. Fifth Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55402
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Brett Michael Larson's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | February 2, 2013
Client
He helped us through the litigation process with efficient and thoughtful advice. We were ultimately more successful than we could have anticipated.
Posted by Timothy | March 28, 2011
Highly Recommended
I would highly recommend Brett. He encouraged us to work through anything we could to limit lawyer fees, but on the points we couldn't come to agreement on he was tenacious and diligent in helping me find a fair compromise.
Brett Michael Larson's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Larson (Brett) is a fine young attorney, bright and enthusiastic. I endorse this lawyer."
"Brett is one of the top business lawyers in the country. I referred to him one of my top clients and he has not only done excellent work but made himself available for crisis appointments on the weekend. I will continue to refer him new clients and I can give him my highest recommendation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Brett on several matters and I am impressed with his knowledge base and responsiveness. When it comes to business law and business litigation, I appreciate his knowledge and ability to find practical solutions for his clients."
James Bock
Family lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Attorney, Messerli & Kramer
Associations
2012 - Present
Sunshine Memorial FoundationAdvisor
2011 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationCorporate Committee Member
2013 - 2013
Honorary Commissioning Committee USS MinnesotaCommittee Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Law Firm Shareholder Litigation
After motion practice the matter was resolved for less than 2% of the claimed damages.
FINRA Broker Dealer litigation
The matter was resolved and Mr. Larson recovered 100% of the client’s damages plus their attorney fees.
Shareholder Litigation
Mr. Larson defended the client and successfully resolved a multimillion dollar claim on the eve of trial with no money payment by his client.
Minority Shareholder Litigation
The ten-day trial resulted in judgments against each of the seven defendants in favor of the Firm’s client.
Banking Litigation
The litigation was resolved by the bank paying the Firm’s client almost $1,000,000.
Construction Contract Litigation
The client recovered 100% of its demand. The resolution was amicable and was reached without formal litigation, helping to preserve the business relationship of the parties.
International Shipping Contract Litigation
The matter was resolved in favor of the client, who recovered 100% of its damages including interest and attorney fees.
Sarbanes-Oxley Whistleblower Litigation
Client recovery
Education
2008
William Mitchell College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Weekly Meeting
State and Federal Regulation and the Impact on Equity Capitali
2013
Review and Discussion of Advising Minnesota Corporations and Other Business Organizations
Minority Shareholder Protection
2012
A discussion of corporate conspiracies and proposed legislative solutions
Topics in unlawful exploitation of shareholders
2009
Business Law Practicum
Corporate Organization
Publications
2014
National Litigation Counsel Review
Cross-Jurisdictional Analysis of Derivative Claims
2014
Bench & Bar of Minnesota
A Question of Identity: Direct v. Derivative Claims in Shareholder/Member Litigation
2013
Minneapolis Star Tribune
Judge: Gold Guys Followed the Rules
2013
Bench & Bar of Minnesota
Minority Shareholder Protection: Practical Implications for Business Planning
2012
Financial Times
Best Buy's Shulze faces skeptical financial sponsors, industry sources say
2011
Juris Publishing
Advising Minnesota Corporations and Other Business Organizations
Languages
Spanish
English