Business & Corporate Lawyers in
Minneapolis, MN
- Award-Winning Law Firm
- State & Federal Court Experience
- Experienced MN Litigators
- Serving Minnesota Since 2003
Minnesota Business & Corporate Attorneys
Businesses face legal decisions at every stage of growth. Some involve new opportunities, like acquiring a company, expanding operations, or negotiating an important transaction. Others involve ownership disputes, litigation, contracts, or safeguarding the business you've worked hard to build. Whatever the challenge, Burns & Hansen provides business-focused legal counsel that helps business owners, executives, entrepreneurs, and investors make informed decisions with confidence.
We represent businesses ranging from startups and closely held companies to established organizations navigating complex transactions, litigation, and strategic business decisions.
Business Formation & Incorporation
Helping entrepreneurs choose the right business structure and build a strong legal foundation.
Business Dissolution
Helping business owners wind down operations, divide assets, and resolve outstanding legal obligations.
Ownership Disputes
Representing businesses and owners in disputes involving partners, shareholders, and closely held companies.
Business Litigation
Resolving commercial disputes through negotiation, litigation, and, when appropriate, appeal.
Business Transactions
Supporting purchases, sales, mergers, contracts, and other transactions that shape your business.
Regulation Compliance & Disputes
Regulatory compliance is often less about responding to investigations and more about building business practices that reduce risk before problems arise.
Employment Law for Businesses
Whether you're hiring your first employee or defending an employment claim, Burns & Hansen provides clear legal guidance.
Why Choose Burns & Hansen for Business & Corporate Law
When you work with Burns & Hansen, you benefit from:
- Attorneys who advise businesses at every stage, from formation through growth, transition, and succession.
- Strategic legal guidance focused on helping you achieve your business objectives—not simply identifying legal risks.
- Experience helping closely held businesses navigate contracts, ownership issues, transactions, and disputes.
- A team that understands business decisions often involve financial, operational, and legal considerations at the same time.
- Trial-ready attorneys prepared to advocate for your business when disputes cannot be resolved outside the courtroom.
- Direct access to experienced attorneys who take the time to understand your business and become a long-term legal resource.
- Support from attorneys in employment, real estate, construction, litigation, appeals, and other practice areas as your business and legal needs evolve.
Common Situations We Can Help With
You may benefit from business legal counsel if you're trying to:
- Start a new business or choose the right legal entity.
- Buy, sell, or restructure a business.
- Draft, negotiate, or review important business contracts.
- Resolve a dispute between owners, partners, or shareholders.
- Strengthen your company's assets, operations, or financial interests.
- Navigate a business transaction or commercial agreement.
- Respond to a business lawsuit or other legal dispute.
Build an ongoing relationship with outside legal counsel as your business grows.
Frequently Asked Questions
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When should I hire a business attorney?
Many business owners wait until a dispute arises, but legal guidance is often most valuable before decisions are made. An attorney can help you evaluate risks, negotiate agreements, and address potential issues before they become costly problems.
What types of businesses does Burns & Hansen represent?
We represent businesses ranging from startups and closely held companies to established businesses, real estate investors, developers, and larger commercial enterprises throughout Minnesota.
Can Burns & Hansen serve as outside general counsel?
Yes. Many businesses rely on us as an ongoing legal resource for contracts, governance, transactions, employment issues, disputes, and day-to-day legal questions as their companies grow.
Can you help if my business is involved in a lawsuit?
Yes. We regularly represent businesses in commercial litigation, ownership disputes, contract disputes, real estate litigation, construction matters, and other complex business conflicts.
Can Burns & Hansen help with buying or selling a business?
Yes. We advise clients throughout business transactions, helping structure deals, negotiate agreements, perform due diligence, and protect their interests before, during, and after closing.
Do I need an attorney to start a business?
Not every business is legally required to hire an attorney, but the decisions made during formation can have long-term tax, liability, governance, and ownership implications. Early legal guidance can help establish a stronger foundation for future growth.
Speak With a Minnesota Business Attorney
Whether you're launching a new venture, resolving a business dispute, expanding, restructuring, or facing a significant legal issue, experienced legal guidance can help you make informed decisions and avoid unnecessary risk. Contact Burns & Hansen to speak with a Minnesota business and corporate attorney.
