Erin Leigh McCann, Civil Rights Attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Class Action, and Litigation
AssociateatFaegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
Minneapolis, MN
Practicing civil rights in Minneapolis since 2004.
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Erin Leigh McCann is an associate based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Class Action, and Litigation. Erin has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP.
- Based in
- Minneapolis, MN
- Experience
- over 22 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Class Action · Litigation
- Handles Civil Rights, Class Action, and Litigation matters from Minneapolis, MN.
- Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Erin Leigh McCann: Erin Leigh McCann is an associate based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Class Action, and Litigation. Erin has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Erin takes on
Erin concentrates on civil rights, class action, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Erin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Class Action
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Litigation
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Civil Rights cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Erin takes civil rights 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 Erin agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Erin 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 Erin agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Erin 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 Erin agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Erin Leigh McCann — civil rights lawyer in Minneapolis
Erin Leigh McCann is an associate based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Class Action, and Litigation. Erin has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP.
Erin Leigh McCann is a lawyer practicing class action, constitutional law, first amendment law and 1 other area of law. Erin received a B.A. degree from Calvin College in 1999, and has been licensed for 22 years. Erin practices at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP in Minneapolis, MN.
Erin's approach to civil rights cases
Erin Leigh McCann is a lawyer practicing class action, constitutional law, first amendment law and 1 other area of law. Erin received a B.A. degree from Calvin College in 1999, and has been licensed for 22 years. Erin practices at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP in Minneapolis, MN.
Clients Erin works with
Erin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, class action, and litigation matters in Minneapolis and the surrounding Minnesota area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Case Western Reserve University
J.D. · 2004
Calvin College
B.A. · 1999
Jurisdictions
Erin's state bar admissions
Minnesota
2007 · ACTIVE
US District Court, N
2005 · ACTIVE
Ohio
2004 · ACTIVE
Erin studied at J.D. in Case Western Reserve University and B.A. in Calvin College.
Law school and academic background
Erin completed J.D. in Case Western Reserve University and B.A. in Calvin College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Erin runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Erin's professional memberships and bar associations
Minnesta State Bar Association
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Locations
Erin Leigh McCann's office in Minneapolis
Erin'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 Erin Leigh McCann — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Erin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Erin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Erin'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; Erin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 Erin
Erin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights 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. Erin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Erin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Erin Leigh McCann
How much does it cost to hire Erin for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Erin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Erin offer a free consultation?
Erin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Erin's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Erin's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in Minnesota typically take?
Simple civil rights 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. Erin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Erin take my case if I'm outside Minneapolis?
Erin 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 — Erin 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 Erin?
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. Erin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Erin accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Erin'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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