Barbara J Gislason

Barbara J Gislason

4.4
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 45 years

Family Lawyer at Fridley, MN
Practice Areas: Family, Animal Law, Estate Planning, Entertainment

7362 University Avenue NE, Suite 120, Fridley, MN

About Barbara

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 275-300 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 45 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1980

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Barbara J. Gislason

7362 University Avenue NE, Suite 120, Fridley, MN, 55432

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Barbara J Gislason's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | April 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Breaking bread

Barbara provided a swift yet professional service, also very communicative and open.

Posted by anonymous | September 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A client of Ms. Gislason

I hired Ms. Gislason for two different cases and I have been extremely impressed by her professionalism. Ms. Gislason is someone who is compassionate, truth seeker, passionate, diligent and extremely resourceful! She is a women that understands what you are looking to accomplish and she is going to g...o above and beyond for you as your lawyer! If you are serious about hiring someone that will step up to the fullest and get the results that you are looking for Ms. Gislason is YOUR NEXT LAWYER! Hiring her the first time was the best decision I made and the second time I retained her as my lawyer was the second best decision I made. I hired her for my divorce and an order of protection. Ms. Gislason will advocate for you and get you results!

Posted by Patrick | August 24, 2020 | Animal Law

Sound Advice

I was in need of sound advice regarding pet custody of two dogs. Ms. Gislason provided clear, concise suggestions as to how to go about the process. She requested a great deal of background information before doing so in order to arrive at a pair of options and their likely odds of success. I was ...extremely encouraged by the facts she relayed regarding pet custody, which in and of itself was very helpful! I highly recommend her to anyone in need of an attorney to pursue the custody of their pets.

Posted by Elizabeth | July 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family

Experienced an caring lawyer

I'm so glad to have found such a competent and professional lawyer. Barbara helped me through a most challenging and difficult situation. Her years of experience make her uniquely qualified to navigate the legal process. She has won many awards including Minnesota Top 40 Family Law Attorneys and Mi...nnesota Super Lawyer. She answered my questions quickly. When finances became tight during Covid-19, she was understanding and able to streamline wherever possible without compromising results. Her legal assistant, Stephanie is also fabulous!

Posted by Arlene | March 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Intellectual Property

Barbara J. Gislason

I first met Barbara J. Gislason over 15 years ago. She was referred to me because I needed representation for intellectual property involving educational curricula that I had written. She was my attorney through the process of drawing up a licensing agreement and through the negotiation of the licens...e. She represented me professionally and we ended up with a contract that was favorable to both parties. I found her to be timely in her responses to me and professional through the entire process. I was satisfied with her handling of the contract and related issues. She represented me well. She knows the law and the process for writing a favorable and agreeable license agreement.

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Barbara J Gislason's Lawyer Endorsements

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Carol Grant

Family lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Barbara Gislason professionally since approximately 1980. I discuss legal issues with her from time to time for our mutual professional development. I see her in court zealously defending clients. She is a very experienced and dedicated lawyer. She cares about her clients and knows the law to advance their points of view. She is in a leadership position in the American Bar Association as well, which is an unusual honor. I would not hesitate to recommend Ms. Gislason to a client. - Carol Grant, Kurzman Grant Law Office. Minneapolis, MN"

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Carla Kjellberg

Family lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Barbara is smart, knows the law and does her homework."

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Nancy Cavey

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stacey Keenan

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Carla Kjellberg

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

A+ Rating and Accredited, Better Business Bureau

2018

Fellow, American Bar Foundation

2018

Monique Raynaud-Contamine Scientific Award, Union Internationale des Avocats

2014

Outstanding State Chair Award, American Bar Foundation

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

N/A

Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

N/A

Leading American Attorney, Law & Politics Magazine

N/A

Three ABA-TIPS Innovation Awards, American Bar Association

N/A

Two MSBA Exceptional Leadership/Outstanding Achievement Awards, Minnesota State Bar Association

N/A

Law Student Division Regional Award, American Bar Association

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TIPS Outstanding Recognition Award, American Bar Association

Work Experience

1985 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Barbara J. Gislason

2013 - 2016

Program Professor, University of Science and Technology of China

1987 - 2007

Arbitrator/Referee Panel, Hennepin County District Court

1985 - 1990

Adjunct Professor, Minneapolis College of Art and Design

1983 - 2004

Adjunct Professor, Hamline University School of Law

1980 - 1985

Associate, Babcock, Locher, Neilson & Mannella

Associations

2019 - Present

Union Internationale des Avocats Juriste International

Deputy Chief Editor

American Bar Association, Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section

Member

American Bar Association, Intellectual Property Law Section

Member

American Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

American Bar Association, International Law Section

Member

Minnesota State Bar Association, Animal Law Section

Member

Minnesota State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

Minnesota State Bar Association, Art and Entertainment Law Section

Member

Minnesota Intellectual Property Law Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Is It Legal: Who Gets the Pets When a Couple Splits Up?

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Education

1980

William Mitchell College of Law (now known as Mitchell Hamline College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1974

Carleton College

BA

1970

Edina High School

Speaking Engagements

2019

63rd Congress

Health Science, Virtual and Augmented Reality, and Legal Frameworks: What is the Future?

2018

Webcast

Animal Custody/Ownership Disputes

2018

Webcast

Dog Bites and Other Animal Liability Matters

2018

CLE

Pet Custody Issues in Divorce Cases

2018

62nd Congress

Gene Editing, Portable Toilets, and World Security: Target and Off-Target Consequences

2017

Webcast

Torts, the Family Dog, and Ubi Jus Ibi Remedium

2017

Webcast

Pet Custody Disputes: The Replevin Action

2017

Webcast

Animal Law Series: Animal Cruelty - Old and New Perspectives

2017

CLE

Leaving Your Pets in Good Hands: How to Successfully Draft a Pet Trust

2017

61st Congress

The Shark, Artificial Intelligence, and the Deep Blue Sea: The Unfolding of Legal Quandaries

Publications

2020

American Bar Association International Animal Law Committee Newsletter Pet Custody is the Next Big Wave

2019

Juriste International Health Science, Virtual and Augmented Reality, and Legal Frameworks: What is the Future? Part I

2019

Union Internationale des Avocats 63rd Congress Health Science, Virtual and Augmented Reality, and Legal Frameworks: What is the Future?

2018

National Business Institute Seminar Dog Bites and Other Animal Liability Matters

2018

Minnesota CLE Pet Custody Issues in Divorce Cases

2018

National Business Institute Seminar Animal Custody/Ownership Disputes

2018

Union Internationale des Avocats Juriste International Pet Law and Custody

2018

Union Internationale des Avocats 62nd Congress Gene Editing, Portable Toilets, and World Security: Target and Off-Target Consequences

2017

National Business Institute Seminar Torts, the Family Dog, and Ubi Jus Ibi Remedium

2017

National Business Institute Seminar Pet Custody Disputes: The Replevin Action

2017

Minnesota State Bar Association Probate and Trust Section and Animal Law Section Leaving Your Pets in Good Hands: How to Successfully Draft a Pet Trust

2017

Minnesota CLE Animal Law Series: Animal Cruelty - Old and New Perspectives

2017

Union Internationale des Avocats 61st Congress The Shark, Artificial Intelligence, and the Deep Blue Sea: The Unfolding of Legal Quandaries

2016

American Bar Association International Law Section Spring Meeting Influencing Young Minds Through Cognitive Enhancement: The Power, the Glory, and the Loss of Self

2016

Union Internationale des Avocats Seminar in Hefei, China Animal Sentience and Welfare: A 21st Century Perspective

2016

Union Internationale des Avocats 60th Congress 3D Printing Neurons: A Party in the Brain and Neurosecurity: Cyborgs and Where Is My Mind?

Languages

English

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