
Dillon Ellis, Insurance Attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Over 5 years of legal practice
AssociateatMeagher + Geer, P.L.L.P.
Minneapolis, MN
Practicing insurance in Minneapolis since 2021.
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Dillon Ellis is an associate based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Insurance. Dillon has over 5 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Meagher + Geer, P.L.L.P..
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- Minneapolis, MN
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- Insurance
- Handles Insurance matters from Minneapolis, MN.
- Over 5 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Dillon Ellis: Dillon Ellis is an associate based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Insurance. Dillon has over 5 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Meagher + Geer, P.L.L.P..
Areas of practice
Legal matters Dillon takes on
Dillon concentrates on insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dillon handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Dillon takes insurance 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 Dillon agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Dillon Ellis — insurance lawyer in Minneapolis
Dillon Ellis is an associate based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Insurance. Dillon has over 5 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Meagher + Geer, P.L.L.P..
Dillon is a litigation associate in the firm’s insurance group. His practice involves advising clients on complex insurance coverage questions and resolving insurance disputes in state and federal courts across the country. Additionally, Dillon has served as the firm’s captain for the Associates’ Campaign for Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid, reflecting his commitment to promoting access to justice and supporting important community initiatives.
Dillon earned his J.D. from the University of Illinois College of Law, in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois, and is admitted to practice in Illinois, Minnesota, and Nebraska. He grew up in Nebraska and completed his undergraduate and graduate degrees through the University of Nebraska system.
Prior to relocating with his family to Minneapolis and joining Meagher + Geer, Dillon practiced with firms in Chicago, Illinois and Omaha, Nebraska, litigating matters across a variety of practice areas, including insurance coverage, property damage/subrogation, premises liability, products liability, and commercial disputes.
Outside of work, Dillon enjoys spending time with his family and being outdoors, whether running, biking, hiking, or strolling through the city to find new parks, playgrounds, and ice cream shops to keep his daughter entertained.
News
•Oct 17, 2024
Meagher + Geer attorney Dillon Ellis admitted to the Minnesota State Bar
•Aug 19, 2024
Meagher + Geer welcomes attorney Dillon Ellis to its Minneapolis office
Working with Dillon on a insurance matter
Dillon is a litigation associate in the firm’s insurance group. His practice involves advising clients on complex insurance coverage questions and resolving insurance disputes in state and federal courts across the country. Additionally, Dillon has served as the firm’s captain for the Associates’ Campaign for Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid, reflecting his commitment to promoting access to justice and…
Who Dillon represents
Dillon reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance matters in Minneapolis and the surrounding Minnesota area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Illinois College of Law
J.D. · 2021
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
M.A. University · 2017
Jurisdictions
Dillon's state bar admissions
United States Distri
2024 · ACTIVE
United States Distri
2024 · ACTIVE
Minnesota
2024 · ACTIVE
Nebraska
2024 · ACTIVE
Illinois
2021 · ACTIVE
Dillon studied at J.D. in University of Illinois College of Law and M.A. University in University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Law school and academic background
Dillon completed J.D. in University of Illinois College of Law and M.A. University in University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dillon runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Dillon Ellis's office in Minneapolis
Dillon's primary office is at 33 S. 6th Street, Suite 4300, Minneapolis, MN, 55402. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Meagher + Geer, P.L.L.P.
33 S. 6th Street, Suite 4300
Minneapolis, MN 55402
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How to hire Dillon Ellis — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dillon usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Dillon charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dillon'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; Dillon will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 Dillon
Dillon discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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. Dillon confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Dillon's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Dillon Ellis
How much does it cost to hire Dillon for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dillon walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Dillon offer a free consultation?
Dillon charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dillon's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Dillon's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Minnesota typically take?
Simple insurance 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. Dillon gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Dillon take my case if I'm outside Minneapolis?
Dillon 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 — Dillon 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 Dillon?
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. Dillon will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Dillon accepting new insurance clients right now?
Dillon's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Insurance attorneys serving Minneapolis, St Paul and Edina in Minnesota
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