
Rhona Elizabeth Schmidt, Business Attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Over 29 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Contracts, and Entertainment
PartneratDorsey & Whitney LLP
Minneapolis, MN
Practicing business in Minneapolis since 1997.
- 29+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Rhona Elizabeth Schmidt is a partner based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Business, Contracts, and Entertainment. Rhona has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dorsey & Whitney LLP.
- Based in
- Minneapolis, MN
- Experience
- over 29 years
- Known for
- Business · Contracts · Entertainment
- Handles Business, Contracts, and Entertainment matters from Minneapolis, MN.
- Over 29 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Rhona Elizabeth Schmidt: Rhona Elizabeth Schmidt is a partner based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Business, Contracts, and Entertainment. Rhona has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dorsey & Whitney LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Rhona takes on
Rhona concentrates on business, contracts, entertainment, general, and health care. Each area below outlines the kind of case Rhona handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Rhona 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 Rhona agrees to represent you.
Contracts cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Rhona takes contracts 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 Rhona agrees to represent you.
Entertainment cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Rhona takes entertainment 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 Rhona agrees to represent you.
General cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Rhona 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 Rhona agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Rhona takes health care 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 Rhona agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Rhona Elizabeth Schmidt — business lawyer in Minneapolis
Rhona Elizabeth Schmidt is a partner based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Business, Contracts, and Entertainment. Rhona has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dorsey & Whitney LLP.
Rhona Elizabeth Schmidt is a lawyer practicing contracts & agreements, licensing, intellectual property and 8 other areas of law. Rhona received a degree from College of Law, London in 1998, and has been licensed for 29 years. Rhona practices at Dorsey & Whitney LLP in Minneapolis, MN.
Working with Rhona on a business matter
Rhona Elizabeth Schmidt is a lawyer practicing contracts & agreements, licensing, intellectual property and 8 other areas of law. Rhona received a degree from College of Law, London in 1998, and has been licensed for 29 years. Rhona practices at Dorsey & Whitney LLP in Minneapolis, MN.
Who Rhona represents
Rhona reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, contracts, and entertainment matters in Minneapolis and the surrounding Minnesota area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Aberdeen, Scotland
LL.B. Honours · 1993
College of Law, London
Qualified Lawyer · 1998
Jurisdictions
Rhona's state bar admissions
Minnesota
2000 · ACTIVE
Scotl
1997 · ACTIVE
Rhona studied at LL.B. Honours in University of Aberdeen, Scotland and Qualified Lawyer in College of Law, London.
Law school and academic background
Rhona completed LL.B. Honours in University of Aberdeen, Scotland and Qualified Lawyer in College of Law, London. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Rhona runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Rhona Elizabeth Schmidt's office in Minneapolis
Rhona's primary office is at 50 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis, MN, 55402-1498. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Rhona Elizabeth Schmidt — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Rhona usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Rhona charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rhona'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; Rhona 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 Rhona
Rhona 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. Rhona confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Rhona'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 Rhona Elizabeth Schmidt
How much does it cost to hire Rhona for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Rhona walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Rhona offer a free consultation?
Rhona charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rhona's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Rhona'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. Rhona gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Rhona take my case if I'm outside Minneapolis?
Rhona 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 — Rhona 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 Rhona?
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. Rhona will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Rhona accepting new business clients right now?
Rhona'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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