
Jay D Christiansen, Health Care Attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Over 49 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratFaegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
Minneapolis, MN
Practicing health care in Minneapolis since 1977.
- 49+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Jay D Christiansen is a partner based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Health Care. Jay has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Minneapolis, MN
- Experience
- over 49 years
- Known for
- Health Care
- Handles Health Care matters from Minneapolis, MN.
- Over 49 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Jay D Christiansen: Jay D Christiansen is a partner based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Health Care. Jay has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Jay's practice areas in Minneapolis
Jay concentrates on health care. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jay handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Health Care cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Jay takes health care 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 Jay agrees to represent you.
Biography
Jay D Christiansen, health care attorney serving Minneapolis
Jay D Christiansen is a partner based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Health Care. Jay has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Jay works from Minneapolis, Minnesota and takes on health care matters across the region.
Jay D Christiansen is a lawyer practicing health care, hospital law, medicare and 1 other area of law. Jay received a B.A. degree from Luther College in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years. Jay practices at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP in Minneapolis, MN.
Jay's approach to health care cases
Jay D Christiansen is a lawyer practicing health care, hospital law, medicare and 1 other area of law. Jay received a B.A. degree from Luther College in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years. Jay practices at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP in Minneapolis, MN.
Clients Jay works with
Jay reviews new inquiries case-by-case for health care matters in Minneapolis and the surrounding Minnesota area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Jay studied and practices
Vanderbilt University
J.D. · 1977
Luther College
B.A. · 1974
Jurisdictions
Jay's state bar admissions
Minnesota
1977 · ACTIVE
Jay studied at J.D. in Vanderbilt University and B.A. in Luther College.
Law school and academic background
Jay completed J.D. in Vanderbilt University and B.A. in Luther College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jay runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Jay's legal honors and published work
Jay has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Jay D Christiansen's office in Minneapolis
Jay's primary office is at 2200 Wells Fargo Center, 90 South Seventh Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55402-3901. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
2200 Wells Fargo Center, 90 South Seventh Street
Minneapolis, MN 55402-3901
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Client reviews of Jay D Christiansen — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Jay. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing health care attorneys in Minneapolis.
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How to hire Jay D Christiansen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new health care attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jay usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jay charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jay'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; Jay will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a health care attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
A short list to run through before you commit: How many health care 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 Jay
Jay discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in health care practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every health care 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. Jay confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jay's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many health care practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jay D Christiansen
How much does it cost to hire Jay for a health care case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jay walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jay offer a free consultation?
Jay charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jay's office. Some health care attorneys offer free consults — check Jay's current terms during booking.
How long do health care cases in Minnesota typically take?
Simple health care 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. Jay gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jay take my case if I'm outside Minneapolis?
Jay 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 — Jay 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 Jay?
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. Jay will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jay accepting new health care clients right now?
Jay's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Health Care attorneys serving Minneapolis, St Paul and Edina in Minnesota
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