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Burke Jerome Ellingson, Employment Attorney in St Paul, Minnesota

Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation

MemberatBrendel and Zinn, Ltd.

St Paul, MN

Practicing employment in St Paul since 1994.

32+
Years practicing
2
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Burke Jerome Ellingson is a member based in St. Paul, MN. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation. Burke has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Brendel and Zinn, Ltd..

Based in
St. Paul, MN
Experience
over 32 years
Known for
Employment · Insurance · Litigation
  • Handles Employment, Insurance, and Litigation matters from St. Paul, MN.
  • Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Burke Jerome Ellingson: Burke Jerome Ellingson is a member based in St. Paul, MN. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation. Burke has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Brendel and Zinn, Ltd..

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Burke Jerome Ellingson

Burke concentrates on employment, insurance, litigation, personal injury, and slip & fall. Each area below outlines the kind of case Burke handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in St Paul, Minnesota

Burke takes employment matters in St Paul, 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 Burke agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in St Paul, Minnesota

Burke takes insurance matters in St Paul, 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 Burke agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in St Paul, Minnesota

Burke takes litigation matters in St Paul, 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 Burke agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in St Paul, Minnesota

Burke takes personal injury matters in St Paul, 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 Burke agrees to represent you.

Slip & Fall cases in St Paul, Minnesota

Burke takes slip & fall matters in St Paul, 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 Burke agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Burke Jerome Ellingson — Over 32 years of Minnesota employment experience

Burke Jerome Ellingson is a member based in St. Paul, MN. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Litigation. Burke has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Brendel and Zinn, Ltd..

Burke Jerome Ellingson is a lawyer practicing premises liability, insurance defense, personal injury and 2 other areas of law. Burke received a B.A. degree from St. Olaf College in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years. Burke practices at Brendel and Zinn, Ltd. in St. Paul, MN.

How Burke handles employment matters

Burke Jerome Ellingson is a lawyer practicing premises liability, insurance defense, personal injury and 2 other areas of law. Burke received a B.A. degree from St. Olaf College in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years. Burke practices at Brendel and Zinn, Ltd. in St. Paul, MN.

Who Burke represents

Burke reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, insurance, and litigation matters in St Paul and the surrounding Minnesota area.

Credentials

Burke Jerome Ellingson's legal education and bar admissions

  • William Mitchell College of Law

    J.D. · 1994

  • St. Olaf College

    B.A. · 1991

Jurisdictions

Burke's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    1996 · ACTIVE

  • Minnesota

    1994 · ACTIVE

Burke studied at J.D. in William Mitchell College of Law and B.A. in St. Olaf College.

Law school and academic background

Burke completed J.D. in William Mitchell College of Law and B.A. in St. Olaf College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Burke runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Burke's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Hennepin, Ramsey County and Minnesota State Bar Associations

    membership

Locations

Burke Jerome Ellingson's office in St. Paul

Burke's primary office is at 155 Wabasha Street South, Suite 125, St. Paul, MN, 55102. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Brendel and Zinn, Ltd.

155 Wabasha Street South, Suite 125

St. Paul, MN 55102

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Hiring guide

How to hire Burke Jerome Ellingson — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Burke usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Burke charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Burke'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; Burke will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in St Paul, Minnesota

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Burke

Burke discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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. Burke confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Burke's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Burke Jerome Ellingson

  • How much does it cost to hire Burke for a employment case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Burke walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Burke offer a free consultation?

    Burke charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Burke's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Burke's current terms during booking.

  • How long do employment cases in Minnesota typically take?

    Simple employment 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. Burke gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Burke take my case if I'm outside St Paul?

    Burke 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 — Burke 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 Burke?

    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. Burke will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Burke accepting new employment clients right now?

    Burke'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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