Emily Elizabeth Chow, Construction Attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Over 19 years of legal practice · focused on Construction, Litigation, and Tax Litigation
AssociateatFaegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
Minneapolis, MN
Practicing construction in Minneapolis since 2007.
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Emily Elizabeth Chow is an associate based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Construction, Litigation, and Tax Litigation. Emily has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP.
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- Minneapolis, MN
- Experience
- over 19 years
- Known for
- Construction · Litigation · Tax Litigation
- Handles Construction, Litigation, and Tax Litigation matters from Minneapolis, MN.
- Over 19 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Emily Elizabeth Chow: Emily Elizabeth Chow is an associate based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Construction, Litigation, and Tax Litigation. Emily has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Emily Elizabeth Chow
Emily concentrates on construction, litigation, and tax litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Emily handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction
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Tax Litigation
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Construction cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Emily takes construction 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 Emily agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Emily 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 Emily agrees to represent you.
Tax Litigation cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Emily takes tax 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 Emily agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Emily Elizabeth Chow — Over 19 years of Minnesota construction experience
Emily Elizabeth Chow is an associate based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Construction, Litigation, and Tax Litigation. Emily has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP.
Atty. Emily Elizabeth Chow is a lawyer practicing securities litigation, tax litigation, construction law. Emily received a B.A. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 2004, and has been licensed for 19 years. Emily practices at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP in Minneapolis, MN.
How Emily handles construction matters
Atty. Emily Elizabeth Chow is a lawyer practicing securities litigation, tax litigation, construction law. Emily received a B.A. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 2004, and has been licensed for 19 years. Emily practices at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP in Minneapolis, MN.
The kind of cases Emily takes
Emily reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction, litigation, and tax litigation matters in Minneapolis and the surrounding Minnesota area.
Credentials
Emily Elizabeth Chow's legal education and bar admissions
University of Wisconsin
J.D. · 2007
Johns Hopkins University
B.A. · 2004
Jurisdictions
Emily's state bar admissions
Wisconsin
2007 · ACTIVE
Minnesota
2007 · ACTIVE
Emily studied at J.D. in University of Wisconsin and B.A. in Johns Hopkins University.
Law school and academic background
Emily completed J.D. in University of Wisconsin and B.A. in Johns Hopkins University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Emily runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Emily's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of Wisconsin
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Locations
Emily Elizabeth Chow's office in Minneapolis
Emily's primary office is at 2200 Wells Fargo Center, 90 South Seventh Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55402-3901. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
2200 Wells Fargo Center, 90 South Seventh Street
Minneapolis, MN 55402-3901
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How to hire Emily Elizabeth Chow — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Emily usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Emily charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Emily'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; Emily will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction 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 Emily
Emily discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction 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. Emily confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Emily's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Emily Elizabeth Chow
How much does it cost to hire Emily for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Emily walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Emily offer a free consultation?
Emily charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Emily's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Emily's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in Minnesota typically take?
Simple construction 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. Emily gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Emily take my case if I'm outside Minneapolis?
Emily 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 — Emily 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 Emily?
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. Emily will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Emily accepting new construction clients right now?
Emily'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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