Alan H Maclin, Business Attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Over 52 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Class Action, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatBriggs and Morgan Professional Association
Minneapolis, MN
Practicing business in Minneapolis since 1974.
- 52+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 14
- Bar admissions
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Alan H Maclin is a shareholder based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and General. Alan has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Briggs and Morgan Professional Association. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Minneapolis, MN
- Experience
- over 52 years
- Known for
- Business · Class Action · General
- Handles Business, Class Action, and General matters from Minneapolis, MN.
- Over 52 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Alan H Maclin: Alan H Maclin is a shareholder based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and General. Alan has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Briggs and Morgan Professional Association. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Alan takes on
Alan concentrates on business, class action, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Alan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Alan takes business matters in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alan agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Alan takes class action matters in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alan agrees to represent you.
General cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Alan takes general matters in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alan agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Alan takes litigation matters in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Alan H Maclin — business lawyer in Minneapolis
Alan H Maclin is a shareholder based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and General. Alan has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Briggs and Morgan Professional Association. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Alan H Maclin is a lawyer practicing business, class actions, commercial litigation and 3 other areas of law. Alan received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years. Alan practices at Briggs and Morgan Professional Association in Minneapolis, MN.
How Alan handles business matters
Alan H Maclin is a lawyer practicing business, class actions, commercial litigation and 3 other areas of law. Alan received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years. Alan practices at Briggs and Morgan Professional Association in Minneapolis, MN.
Who Alan represents
Alan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, class action, and general matters in Minneapolis and the surrounding Minnesota area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Chicago Law School
J.D. · 1974
Vanderbilt University
B.A. · 1971
Jurisdictions
Alan's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
2001 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
2000 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
2000 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1999 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1999 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1997 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1997 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1989 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1985 · ACTIVE
Wisconsin
1985 · ACTIVE
U.S. Supreme Court
1978 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1976 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1975 · ACTIVE
Minnesota
1974 · ACTIVE
Alan studied at J.D. in University of Chicago Law School and B.A. in Vanderbilt University.
Law school and academic background
Alan completed J.D. in University of Chicago Law School and B.A. in Vanderbilt University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Alan runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Alan has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Alan's professional memberships and bar associations
Ramsey County, Minnesota State, Federal and American (Member: Antitrust Section Civil Litigation Section Forum Committee on Franchising) Bar Associations State Bar of Wisconsin
membership
American Bar Foundation
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Litigation Counsel of America
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Locations
Alan H Maclin's office in Minneapolis
Alan's primary office is at 2200 IDS Center, 80 S. 8th St., Minneapolis, MN, 55402-2157. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Briggs and Morgan Professional Association
2200 IDS Center, 80 S. 8th St.
Minneapolis, MN 55402-2157
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Client reviews of Alan H Maclin — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Alan. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Minneapolis.
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How to hire Alan H Maclin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Alan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Alan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alan's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Alan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Alan
Alan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Alan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Alan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Alan H Maclin
How much does it cost to hire Alan for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Alan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Alan offer a free consultation?
Alan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alan's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Alan's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Minnesota typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Alan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Alan take my case if I'm outside Minneapolis?
Alan is licensed in Minnesota. Matters governed by Minnesota law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Alan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Alan?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Alan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Alan accepting new business clients right now?
Alan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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