$ 225-400 per hour
PRO
Michael L Gjesdahl
Virtual Consultation Available
About Michael
Biography
Mike founded Gjesdahl Law, P.C. in 1989. His practice is exclusively devoted to families, their transitions, their needs. Throughout his career, he has confronted every imaginable family issue.
Today, Mike’s practice largely involves high-stake and high-net-worth divorces. He has handled many divorces involving estates worth tens, and sometimes hundreds, of millions of dollars. Such divorces often involve closely held businesses, farm assets, trusts, inherited wealth, commercial real estate valuation, fraud, and concealed assets. His clients include business owners, farmers, entrepreneurs, public figures, medical and legal professionals, high-net-worth families, C-suite executives, and their spouses.
Mike regularly negotiates and drafts premarital agreements. He is one of a small number of attorneys who handles assisted reproduction matters. Though a fierce litigator, Mike is devoted to resolving his cases by agreement, usually through mediation or collaborative negotiating.
Mike is married, and has three children.
We don't dabble in family law, it's all we do. Gjesdahl Law's 8 lawyers handle all family matters.
Practice Areas
11
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
20%
Family
20%
Child Custody
10%
Child Support
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in North Dakota for 36 years
State: North Dakota
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Licensed in Minnesota for 36 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 40 years
State: California
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by anonymous | November 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
Surrogacy Lawyer
I have had a great experience with Michael Gjesdahl and team while obtaining my surrogacy contract and paperwork for my babies. He is extremely professional and everything was handled in a timely manner and his team is very effective. Highly recommend him and his team.
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2015
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1989 - Present
Owner, Gjesdahl Law, P.C.
Associations
2001 - Present
U.S. Supreme Court
1989 - Present
State Bar Association of North DakotaMember
1989 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember
1985 - Present
State Bar of Californiamember
American Bar Association
Member
National Association of Counsel for Children
Member
North Dakota Collaborative Divorce Group
Member
Collaborative Law Institute of Minnesota
Member
International Academy of Collaborative Professionals
Member
North Dakota State Bar Association, Family Law Section
Member
Education
1985
University of North Dakota School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2014
Divorce 101
Divorce 101
2012
Family Law Basics
Family Law Basics; to Grand Forks Air Force Base Legal Office and the Air Force Legal Assistance Program
Publications
2015
The Village Family Magazine
“Prenuptial Agreements: They’re Just for Rich People, Right?,”
2014
On the Minds of Moms
“Gestational Carriers and the Law,”
2011
On the Minds of Moms
“Custody Battle Brewing, What You Should Know,”
Languages
English