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Daniel J Bresnahan, Personal Injury Attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury, Product Liability, and Wrongful Death · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

MemberatDaniel J. Bresnahan, Attorney

Minneapolis, MN

Practicing personal injury in Minneapolis since 1976.

50+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
3
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Daniel J Bresnahan is a member based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, Product Liability, and Wrongful Death. Daniel has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Daniel J. Bresnahan, Attorney. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Minneapolis, MN
Experience
over 50 years
Known for
Personal Injury · Product Liability · Wrongful Death
  • Handles Personal Injury, Product Liability, and Wrongful Death matters from Minneapolis, MN.
  • Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Daniel J Bresnahan: Daniel J Bresnahan is a member based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, Product Liability, and Wrongful Death. Daniel has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Daniel J. Bresnahan, Attorney. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Daniel's practice areas in Minneapolis

Daniel concentrates on personal injury, product liability, and wrongful death. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Personal Injury cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Daniel takes personal injury 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Daniel takes product liability 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.

Wrongful Death cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Daniel takes wrongful death 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.

Biography

Daniel J Bresnahan, personal injury attorney serving Minneapolis

Daniel J Bresnahan is a member based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, Product Liability, and Wrongful Death. Daniel has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Daniel J. Bresnahan, Attorney. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Daniel works from Minneapolis, Minnesota and takes on personal injury matters across the region.

Daniel J Bresnahan is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, products liability. Daniel received a B.A. degree from College of St. Thomas in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years. Daniel practices at Daniel J. Bresnahan, Attorney in Minneapolis, MN.

Working with Daniel on a personal injury matter

Daniel J Bresnahan is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, products liability. Daniel received a B.A. degree from College of St. Thomas in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years. Daniel practices at Daniel J. Bresnahan, Attorney in Minneapolis, MN.

Clients Daniel works with

Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury, product liability, and wrongful death matters in Minneapolis and the surrounding Minnesota area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Daniel studied and practices

  • Hamline University

    J.D. · 1976

  • College of St. Thomas

    B.A. · 1971

Jurisdictions

Daniel's state bar admissions

  • U.S. Supreme Court

    1980 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1977 · ACTIVE

  • Minnesota

    1976 · ACTIVE

Daniel studied at J.D. in Hamline University and B.A. in College of St. Thomas.

Law school and academic background

Daniel completed J.D. in Hamline University and B.A. in College of St. Thomas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Daniel's legal honors and published work

Daniel has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Daniel's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Minnesota State Bar Association American Arbitration Association

    membership

Locations

Daniel J Bresnahan's office in Minneapolis

Daniel's primary office is at 310 4th Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN, 55415. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Daniel J. Bresnahan, Attorney

310 4th Ave. S.

Minneapolis, MN 55415

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Daniel J Bresnahan — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Daniel. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in Minneapolis.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Daniel J Bresnahan — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Daniel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel'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; Daniel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota

A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Daniel

Daniel discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every personal injury 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. Daniel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Daniel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Daniel J Bresnahan

  • How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a personal injury case?

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

  • Does Daniel offer a free consultation?

    Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.

  • How long do personal injury cases in Minnesota typically take?

    Simple personal injury 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. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside Minneapolis?

    Daniel 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 — Daniel 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 Daniel?

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

  • Is Daniel accepting new personal injury clients right now?

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

Areas served

Personal Injury attorneys serving Minneapolis, St Paul and Edina in Minnesota

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