Alan G. Carlson, IP Attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
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Alan G. Carlson is an attorney based in Minneapolis, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on IP.
- Based in
- Minneapolis, MINNESOTA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- IP
- Handles IP matters from Minneapolis, MINNESOTA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Intellectual Property Law (Minneapolis) (2010).
About Alan G. Carlson: Alan G. Carlson is an attorney based in Minneapolis, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on IP.
Areas of practice
Alan's practice areas in Minneapolis
Alan concentrates on ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Alan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Alan takes ip 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
Alan G. Carlson, ip attorney serving Minneapolis
Alan G. Carlson is an attorney based in Minneapolis, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on IP. Alan works from Minneapolis, Minnesota and takes on ip matters across the region.
Alan G. Carlson, recognized by Best Lawyers® since 1991, has more than 40 years of experience representing plaintiffs and defendants in jury and bench trials throughout the U.S. in almost every sort of intellectual property case. In 2010, Best Lawyers named Carlson as “Lawyer of the Year 2010, Intellectual Property Law – Minnesota.” He has won a number of multimillion-dollar jury verdicts in diverse technologies and is a Fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers.
Working with Alan on a ip matter
Alan G. Carlson, recognized by Best Lawyers® since 1991, has more than 40 years of experience representing plaintiffs and defendants in jury and bench trials throughout the U.S. in almost every sort of intellectual property case. In 2010, Best Lawyers named Carlson as “Lawyer of the Year 2010, Intellectual Property Law – Minnesota.” He has won a number of multimillion-dollar jury verdicts in…
Clients Alan works with
Alan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip matters in Minneapolis and the surrounding Minnesota area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Alan studied and practices
William Mitchell College of Law
J.D. · 1971
Alan studied at J.D. in William Mitchell College of Law.
Law school and academic background
Alan completed J.D. in William Mitchell College of Law. 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
Alan's legal honors and published work
Alan has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Intellectual Property Law (Minneapolis)
2010
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Intellectual Property Law (Minneapolis) (2010). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026).
Locations
Alan G. Carlson's office in Minneapolis
Alan's primary office is at 225 South Sixth Street, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55402. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Alan G. Carlson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip 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 ip attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip 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 ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip 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 ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Alan G. Carlson
How much does it cost to hire Alan for a ip 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 ip attorneys offer free consults — check Alan's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in Minnesota typically take?
Simple ip 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 ip 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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