Licensed for 17 years

State MN

Acquired 2006

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Authorized to Practice No misconduct found
Licensed for 17 years

State ND

Acquired 2005

Status
Authorized to Practice Law No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Matthew Robert Doherty

Real estate Attorney at Plymouth, MN

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Impressive!

My husband an I had a problem with property damage caused by a licensed contractor which had filed for bankruptcy to complicate things. We had contacted other counsel and they clearly did not know how to proceed, taking weeks to respond to our inquiries. Thankfully we found Matthew! With in 24 hours of the first conversation, he filed the motion of relief from stay and knew exactly what we needed to do to solve our problem. He proved very pleasant to work with, an expert in our type of legal matter, and ultimately very successful! His rates may not be the lowest, but his efficiency and competency is so high that he really is the best value! I can easily recommend Matthew.

Excellent Legal Representation and Counsel for Residential Home Buying

My husband and I found Matt through Avvo as we were relocating from out of state and were purchasing a home without the use of a realtor. We strongly recommend Matt for multiple reasons. First, he provided sound advice on ensuring the title was free and clear and there would be no issues prior to us getting too far into the process. Second, he recommended for us to have the seller provide an updated survey at their expense since the survey was old and this was a lakefront property. Third, he was able to negotiate with the Title company and look over our owners title insurance policy to ensure we had a policy that worked in our best interest. And lastly, he made sure that our purchase agreement was written well to represent and protect us in the negotiation proceedings. These four items alone you cannot put a price on as they can be pricey issues down the road if you are not protected or if all information on the property is not disclosed properly. Matt's charges were fair and overall couldn't put a price on them because the information was better than any real estate agent could provide and it more than triple paid for what we saved in buyer realtor fees that we were able to negotiate off the price. We strongly recommend for anyone who is looking at a piece of real estate to engage with Matt instead.

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Practice areas

Real estate

40%

Acquisition and sales, Boundary disputes, Commercial leasing, Commercial real estate, Construction defect, Deeds and easements. Defense of Minnesota Department of Commerce Complaints, Litigation, mechanic's liens, Loans
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15 years, 500 cases
Business

30%

Asset protection and business reorganization, Business acquisitions and sales, Consulting agreements. Corporate governance, Covenants not to compete, Employment, Outside general counsel service, Secured and unsecured loan transactions
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15 years, 500 cases
Construction and development

20%

Commercial litigation, Construction defects Construction disputes, Construction contracts, Real estate disputes, Contract for Deeds, Mortgages, Payment and Performance Bond claims and litigation,
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15 years, 500 cases
Contracts and agreements

5%

Drafting and negotiating consulting agreements, customer and vendor/supplier contracts; Joint Ventures; Loan restructuring and workouts, purchasing and selling of assets

15 years, 500 cases
Debt collection

5%

Arbitration and mediation, Asset searches and seizures, Collections, Commercial litigation, Credit Application drafting, Creditor Bankruptcy representation Demand and dunning letters, Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) compliance and defense
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15 years, 500 cases

Specialties include Real Estate and Business law including both Litigation and Transactions, Commercial Real Estate, Construction Law, Mechanic's Liens, Debt Collection, and Contracts.

Matt has repeatedly been chosen as a Rising Star by Super , Minneapolis Saint Paul magazine, Minnesota Law & Politics magazine, and Twin Cities Business magazine. The Super Lawyers-Rising Stars list represents the top Minnesota attorneys age 40 or younger. No more than 2.5% of attorney's are named to Rising Stars.

Matt is also a Board Certified Real Property Specialist. Fewer than 3% of all registered attorneys in Minnesota are certified specialists in their field.

Contact Matthew

Brutlag, Trucke & Doherty, P.A.

3555 Plymouth Blvd #117

Plymouth, MN, 55447

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Posted by anonymous | June 9, 2016

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Posted by Joan | June 10, 2015

Excellent Legal Representation and Counsel for Residential Home Buying

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Posted by Annie | April 6, 2015

Great caring lawyer

Matthew Robert Doherty is a best lawyer I have ever had, he is a responsible, caring and very nice person to work with. He is honest lawyer, helps me when he found out i tricked by my landlord. I am very happy my lawyer there stand for me when I felt helpless.

Posted by John | January 29, 2015

Purchase Agreement regarding Contingency

Want to state up front that I received timely thorough results all without needing to go to Matt’s office right when I needed it and after we had only just first became acquainted that day. The outcome happened to be what I wanted but felt I got straight forward council and if it wasn’t going to be in my favor that he would have been clear about that and what options I still would have. In the end it sped up the buying process, conveyed to the seller that I as the buyer was in a sound legal footing for further negotiation reducing the likely hood of a suite, and gave me piece of mind on my decision to hold my ground with the seller. I happened to not just get his verbal legal view but received a letter from him that was a well worded legal perspective that was professional but strong that I was able to share with the seller through their agent to head off further issues on the purchase agreement. The seller the next day after was accommodating. So want to say great work Matt really appreciate it and he is highly recommended from me.

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Posted by anonymous | February 20, 2013

Conscientious Lawyer

I was involved in a very complicated real estate case, and Mr. Doherty really heard how upset I was about my case and offered to have weekly check-in's to review it. He was proactive and assertive in handling the case; did not waste time. He kept me informed and responded to my phone calls and e-mails quickly. He did the necessary research and put forth good arguments on my behalf. He was reassuring, sympathetic and very conscientious. He was respectful and pleasant to work with. I would highly recommend him.

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Posted by Bradley | February 18, 2013

Diligent, thorough and capable attorney.

I have engaged Matt to perform legal work on a number of varied issues. He has exceeded my expectations on all engagements. Everything from real estate, to contract reviews, to collections. In addition to being knowledgable and thorough on all reviews/filings, Matt has provided me with strategic ideas to approach situations which I never would have thought of on my own. I look forward to working with Matt in the future.

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Posted by anonymous | February 8, 2013

Creditor Claim

Matt represented us in filing a claim against a creditor who had filed bankruptcy. He handled the claim effectively and efficiently. He also went above and beyond the call of duty as he recognized that another creditor's claim didn't look right. We had him look into this and his instincts were right. He managed to more than double our proceeds in the bankruptcy distributions. Instincts like this are not taught in school. It's nice to be represented by someone who has street smarts as well.

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Posted by David | February 3, 2011

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In my first relationship with Matt he was representing a supplier that we had used at a problem job. In communicating and talking with him about this problem he was fair with me and willing to listen to reason. When that was resolved I contacted Matt to ask if he would be interested in representing us. He has now represented us as our legal council for a couple of years. He is knowledgable, thorough and he cares. No one likes attorney bills but it is certainly better to pay the bill to someone you like.

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AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

Partner
Brutlag, Hartmann & Trucke, PA
2014 - Present

Associate
Brutlag, Hartmann & Trucke, Pa
2007 - 2014

Associate
Hitesman and Associates
2006 - 2007

Judicial Law Clerk
North Dakota Supreme Court
2005 - 2006

Law Clerk Extern
Federal Magistrate Judge Christopher A. Nuechterlein
2004 - 2005

Summer Associate
Hoeppner Wagner & Evans, LLP
2004 - 2004

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Education

Valparaiso University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2005

Jamestown College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2002

Legal Cases

Citizens State Bank v. Raven Trading Partners, Inc.
The court expanded the doctrine of equitable subrogation

Wallboard, Inc. v. St. Cloud Mall, LLC
The court held that the pre-lien notice exception does not apply for a tenant with a leased space under 5,000 square feet

Associations

Residential Real Estate Committee, Minnesota State Bar Association
Member
2015 - Present

TwinWest Chamber of Commerce
Member
2014 - Present

Minnesota Builders Exchange
Attorney Member
2014 - Present

Brookview Men's Golf Association
President
2014 - Present

Minnesota Real Property Conveyancing Blanks Task Force
Member
2014 - Present

Plymouth Charter Commission
Board Member
2013 - Present

Brookview Mens Golf Association
Board of Directors
2008 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association
Member
2006 - Present

Hennpein County Bar Association
Attorney Member
2006 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association
Member - Real Property Section
2006 - Present

American Bar Association
Attorney Member
2005 - Present

North Dakota State Bar Association
Attorney Member
2005 - Present

BNI Full Circle-Plymouth
Member
2014 - 2016

American Inns of Court Foundation
Associate Member
2005 - 2006

Big Muddy Bar Association
Member
2005 - 2006

Law Review
Executive Symposium Editor
2004 - 2005

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Honors and Awards

Rising Star
Minnesota Super Lawyers
2021

Rising Star
Minnesota Super Lawyers
2020

Rising Star
Minnesota Super Lawyers
2019

Rising Star
Minnesota Super Lawyers
2018

Rising Star
Minnesota Super Lawyers
2017

Rising Star
Minnesota Super Lawyers
2016

Board Certified Real Property Law Specialist
Minnesota State Bar Association
2015

Super Lawyers - Rising Star 2014
Mpls. St. Paul Magazine, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine, Twin Cities Business Magazine, SuperLawyers.com
2015

Super Lawyers- 2013 Rising Stars
Mpls. St. Paul Magazine, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine, Twin Cities Business Magazine, SuperLawyers.com
2014

Board Certifed Real Property Law Specialist
Minnesota State Bar Association
2014

Cum Laude
Valparaiso Univeristy School of Law
2005

Course Honors
Valparaiso Univerisity School of Law
2003

Summa Cum Laude
Jamestown College
2002

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Publications

Valparaiso University Law Review
Executive Board
2005

Valparaiso University Law Review
The Reluctance Towards Retroactivity: The Retroactive Application of Laws in Death Penalty Collateral Review Cases
2004

The Federal Lawyer
The Federal Sentencing Guidelines: A Troubling Historical Perspective
2004

Speaking Engagements

Valparaiso Law Review Symposium
Shifting Powers in the Federal Court
2005

Attorney endorsements

Received (5)

Given (12)

Endorse Matthew

Lee Orwig

Business Attorney | Apr 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt is an exceptionally intelligent individual and a diligent attorney. I never hesitate to refer clients to him."

Blake Nelson

Real estate Attorney | Oct 08
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

Shaun Redford

Real estate Attorney | Jul 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt is an excellent attorney. He's been involved in a number of important real estate cases in Minnesota."

James Oppenhuizen

Unknown Attorney | Feb 12
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Matt on a number of matters related to a mutual client. Matt is an excellent attorney who consistently shows sound judgment and character. I wholeheartedly endorse Matt."

Brian Larson

Unknown Attorney | Feb 11
Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Matthew is definitely the most intelligent and hard-working lawyer I have ever met."

Family

Criminal defense

Real estate

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Divorce and separation

Bankruptcy and debt

Real estate

Criminal defense

Real estate

Litigation

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I need a quit claim deed to give my home to my son?
09 Apr 2018
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How long do you have to sue someone?
15 Jan 2018
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Do I have any recourse to keep my buildings and driveway in place (other option is swamp)? What type of attorney do we need?
31 Dec 2015

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