Ann C Thies, Business Attorney in Long Lake, Minnesota

Ann concentrates on business, entertainment, estate planning, probate, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ann handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Business

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• Entertainment

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• Estate Planning

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• Real Estate

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Ann's primary office is at 1922 N Willow Dr, Long Lake, MN, 55356-9537. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ann usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Ann 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.

• How much does it cost to hire Ann for a business case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ann walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Ann offer a free consultation?

  Ann charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ann's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Ann'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. Ann gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Ann take my case if I'm outside Long Lake?

  Ann 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 — Ann 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 Ann?

  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. Ann will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Ann accepting new business clients right now?

  Ann's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.