
Amy Catherine Taber, Civil Rights Attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Employment, and Employment Contracts
AssociateatBarnes & Thornburg LLP
Minneapolis, MN
Practicing civil rights in Minneapolis since 2004.
- 22+
- Years practicing
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Amy Catherine Taber is an associate based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Employment Contracts. Amy has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP.
- Based in
- Minneapolis, MN
- Experience
- over 22 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Employment · Employment Contracts
- Handles Civil Rights, Employment, and Employment Contracts matters from Minneapolis, MN.
- Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Amy Catherine Taber: Amy Catherine Taber is an associate based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Employment Contracts. Amy has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Amy Catherine Taber
Amy concentrates on civil rights, employment, employment contracts, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Amy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Employment
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Employment Contracts
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General
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Litigation
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Civil Rights cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Amy 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 Amy agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Amy takes employment 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 Amy agrees to represent you.
Employment Contracts cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Amy takes employment 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 Amy agrees to represent you.
General cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Amy 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 Amy agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Amy 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 Amy agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Amy Catherine Taber — Over 22 years of Minnesota civil rights experience
Amy Catherine Taber is an associate based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Employment Contracts. Amy has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP.
Amy Catherine Taber is a lawyer practicing construction / development, affirmative action/ofccp compliance, class and collective actions and 14 other areas of law. Amy received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1985, and has been licensed for 22 years. Amy practices at Barnes & Thornburg LLP in Minneapolis, MN.
Working with Amy on a civil rights matter
Amy Catherine Taber is a lawyer practicing construction / development, affirmative action/ofccp compliance, class and collective actions and 14 other areas of law. Amy received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1985, and has been licensed for 22 years. Amy practices at Barnes & Thornburg LLP in Minneapolis, MN.
Who Amy represents
Amy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, employment, and employment contracts matters in Minneapolis and the surrounding Minnesota area.
Credentials
Amy Catherine Taber's legal education and bar admissions
William Mitchell College of Law
J.D. · 2004
Iowa State University
B.S. St. · 1985
Amy studied at J.D. in William Mitchell College of Law and B.S. St. in Iowa State University.
Law school and academic background
Amy completed J.D. in William Mitchell College of Law and B.S. St. in Iowa State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Amy runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Amy Catherine Taber's office in Minneapolis
Amy's primary office is at 225 South Sixth Street, Suite 2800, Minneapolis, MN, 55402-4662. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
225 South Sixth Street, Suite 2800
Minneapolis, MN 55402-4662
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How to hire Amy Catherine Taber — 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 Amy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Amy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Amy'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; Amy 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 Amy
Amy 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. Amy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Amy'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 Amy Catherine Taber
How much does it cost to hire Amy for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Amy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Amy offer a free consultation?
Amy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Amy's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Amy'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. Amy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Amy take my case if I'm outside Minneapolis?
Amy 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 — Amy 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 Amy?
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. Amy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Amy accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Amy'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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