Business Lawyer Minneapolis, MN
Business law counsel built for Minnesota companies that want to grow, not just comply
Whether you’re launching a new business, negotiating a contract, managing a partner dispute, or planning your next growth move, Christensen Law PLLC provides straightforward, practical legal counsel that fits the way small and mid-sized businesses actually operate. We work across Minneapolis, the Twin Cities metro, and throughout Minnesota.
We don’t waste time or complicate simple problems. We give you clear answers, protect your interests, and help you make confident decisions — at every stage of your business.
Call us at 612-473-1200 or contact us to schedule a consultation.
What We Handle
Our business law attorneys advise and represent companies across Minnesota on a wide range of legal matters, including:
Business Formation & Entity Selection
Starting a business with the right structure matters. The choice between an LLC, S-corporation, C-corporation, LLP, or sole proprietorship affects your personal liability, tax obligations, ownership flexibility, and ability to raise capital. We help founders and entrepreneurs understand their options and form the entity that fits their goals — then draft the foundational documents to protect everyone involved from day one.
Contracts & Commercial Agreements
A poorly drafted contract is an expensive problem waiting to happen. We draft, review, and negotiate a full range of commercial agreements — vendor contracts, service agreements, non-disclosure agreements, employment contracts, independent contractor agreements, licensing deals, and more. We make sure your contracts say what you intend and protect you when the other party doesn’t follow through.
Operating Agreements & Shareholder Agreements
The documents that govern your internal relationships are just as important as the ones you sign with outside parties. We draft and review operating agreements, shareholder agreements, and partnership agreements that clearly define ownership, decision-making authority, profit distribution, buyout provisions, and what happens if a partner wants to leave. Getting these right at the start prevents costly disputes later.
Business Disputes & Litigation
Business disputes disrupt operations and cost money. Whether you’re dealing with a breach of contract, a partner disagreement, an employment dispute, a vendor that didn’t perform, or a competitor engaging in unfair practices, we represent businesses in negotiations, mediation, arbitration, and litigation. We pursue resolution efficiently — and aggressively when the situation calls for it.
Business Acquisitions & Transactions
Buying or selling a business is one of the highest-stakes decisions an owner makes. We represent buyers and sellers in business acquisitions, asset purchases, and stock transactions — conducting due diligence, negotiating deal terms, drafting purchase agreements, and guiding clients through closing. We make sure you know what you’re getting into before you sign.
Intellectual Property Protection
Your brand, your processes, and your creative work have value. We help businesses protect their intellectual property through trademark registration, confidentiality agreements, licensing arrangements, and trade secret protections — and we pursue infringement claims when others cross the line..
Who We Work With
We work with businesses at every stage — from sole proprietors and startups forming their first entity to established companies navigating complex transactions or disputes. Our clients include:
- Entrepreneurs and founders launching new ventures
- Small and mid-sized businesses in need of practical, accessible legal counsel
- Business owners buying or selling a company
- Partners or shareholders navigating internal disputes
- Companies that want an experienced attorney available before problems arise, not just after
How We Work
We know that cost and accessibility are real concerns for small and mid-sized businesses. Our approach:
Initial consultation
We start by understanding your business, your goals, and the specific legal issue or need you’re facing. We ask the right questions so we can give you useful advice — not generic answers.
Clear strategy and pricing
We explain your options and what each path involves — in plain language. We discuss costs upfront so there are no surprises.
Execution
We draft, negotiate, litigate, or advise — whatever your situation requires. We move efficiently and keep you informed at every step.
Ongoing relationship
Many of our business clients work with us on an ongoing basis. We become familiar with your business and can provide faster, more tailored advice over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on your goals, your industry, how many owners are involved, and how you plan to grow. LLCs offer simplicity and liability protection. S-corporations can offer tax advantages for profitable businesses. C-corporations are better suited for companies planning to raise outside investment. We review your specific situation and help you choose the structure that fits — and then set it up correctly.
You can file the Articles of Organization yourself, but the filing is only part of the picture. The operating agreement — which governs how the business is owned and managed — is where most problems arise for businesses that skip legal counsel. A poorly drafted or missing operating agreement is one of the most common sources of costly partner disputes. We help you get it right from the start.
Your options depend heavily on what your operating agreement or shareholder agreement says. If those documents are clear, the path forward is usually more straightforward. If they’re not — or if you don’t have them — your situation is more complex. We review your governing documents, explain your rights and obligations, and help you pursue a resolution, whether through negotiation, mediation, or litigation.
Contract review is one of the most cost-effective investments a business owner can make. We read the fine print, identify unfavorable terms, flag missing protections, and tell you in plain language what the agreement actually obligates you to do. In many cases we can negotiate better terms before you sign.
Many of our clients prefer to have an attorney they can call with questions as they come up, rather than engaging us only in a crisis. Ongoing counsel can be as simple as a quick contract review before signing or as involved as advising on a major transaction. We work with clients in whatever way makes the most sense for their business and budget.
Talk to a Business Law Attorney
Whether you’re starting a business, protecting one, or fighting for one — we’re ready to help. Christensen Law PLLC provides practical, accessible business law counsel for companies across Minnesota.
Call us at 612-473-1200 or contact us to schedule a consultation. We’ll review your situation and tell you what your options are — without the runaround.
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