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Patrick Christopher Burns
About Patrick
Biography
Patrick C. Burns is an experienced lawyer with a comprehensive practice of real estate, family, and general litigation. Mr. Burns has extensive experience in the courtroom, and is known for his focused and intense advocacy for his clients. He is one of the few attorneys to successfully appeal an intent to revoke a housing license in Hennepin County and regularly represents landlords in all types of leasing, licensing, and litigation matters. He has successfully foreclosed on hundreds of liens and regularly advises homeowners' associations on declarations, amendments, and remedies in collecting dues. He is also an experienced family law litigator with experience in every county in the metropolitan area, and is familiar with all aspects of the legal system in obtaining the best results for his client. In 2006, Mr. Burns set what may be a record for quickest relief before the Minnesota Court of Appeals, obtaining a writ of prohibition three hours after a court hearing in order to stop a child at issue of a custody dispute from leaving the country. He also has wide experience in business organization, election law, and estate planning. Mr. Burns was elected to the Board of the Epilepsy Association of Minnesota in July 2014. Mr. Burns is married, and has three children.
Practice Areas
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Minnesota for 24 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2001
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2013
Location
Law Offices of Patrick Christopher Burns
8401 Wayzata Blvd #300, Minneapolis, MN, 55426
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Patrick Christopher Burns's Reviews
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Posted by Scott | October 2, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Gave bad counsel and didn't respond in a timely manner.
Mr. Burns made a huge mistake in my case by stating I could move forward with a foreclosure action when I could not. He then withheld this critical information for 60 days. I filed a complaint with the Office of Lawyers Professional Responsibility.
Posted by anonymous | September 9, 2014
Makes everything easy for you
Mr. Burns helped me when I wanted to file for bankruptcy and helped me save my house. I was afraid that I would lose everything. After talking to him my wife and me felt better right away. I recommend hiring him for everything.
Posted by anonymous | September 8, 2014
Best Divorce Attorney Ever!
Patrick Burns helped me with my divorce. He kept me calm, and helped me understand everything that was going on. Even when I became very emotional, he was able to keep calm, and remember to focus on my child. His assistants and other attorneys in the office were very understanding and kept me infor...
Posted by Greg | August 21, 2014
Great attorney
Patrick took on a age discrimination case involving police command staff and won. He wasn't intimidated, and continues to fight those who believe the rules don't apply. Thanks again Patrick
Posted by anonymous | July 23, 2014
Excellent Divorce Attorney - Keeps the Children as a Priority
Patrick Burns represented me in my divorce. He was able to keep me up to date on the proceedings and gave me very good advice. I was able to get everything that I asked for and keep my dignity in tact at the same time. I would recommend him for any divorce or custody issue.
Patrick Christopher Burns's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Patrick is an outstanding asset to the legal community and an innovative problem solver."
Avery Appelman
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2013.
Reprimand issued in MN, 2013
updated on 02/18/2013Reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Partner, Burns & Hansen, PA
2003 - 2014
Owner/Attorney, Patrick Burns & Associates
1997 - 2000
Public Information Officer, FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency
Associations
2014 - Present
Epilepsy Association of MinnesotaBoard Member
2001 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember
Hennepin County Bar Association
Member
American Bar Association
Member
Education
2000
University of Minnesota Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
American University, Washington, D.C.
MA - Masters
1993
American University, Washington D.C.
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English