Jeffrey D. "Jeff" Wohl, Employment Attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
focused on Employment and Litigation
Minneapolis, MN
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Jeffrey D. "Jeff" Wohl is an attorney based in Minneapolis, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Currently practicing at Nilan Johnson Lewis PA.
- Based in
- Minneapolis, MINNESOTA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Minneapolis, MINNESOTA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (San Francisco) (2017).
About Jeffrey D. "Jeff" Wohl: Jeffrey D. "Jeff" Wohl is an attorney based in Minneapolis, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Currently practicing at Nilan Johnson Lewis PA.
Areas of practice
Jeffrey's practice areas in Minneapolis
Jeffrey concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jeffrey handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Jeffrey 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 Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Jeffrey 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 Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Biography
Jeffrey D. "Jeff" Wohl, employment attorney serving Minneapolis
Jeffrey D. "Jeff" Wohl is an attorney based in Minneapolis, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Currently practicing at Nilan Johnson Lewis PA. Jeffrey works from Minneapolis, Minnesota and takes on employment matters across the region.
Jeffrey Wohl is chair and a partner of the Employment Law practice of Paul Hastings and is based in the firm’s San Francisco office. Mr. Wohl serves as global employment counsel to the firm. He represents major national and regional companies in high technology, biotechnology, financial services, retail, and other industry sectors in the areas of employment litigation and counseling, including individual and class action discrimination, wage and hour, wrongful discharge and privacy cases. Mr. Wohl is an accredited mediator with the Northern District of California. He also serves as a mediator for parties on a private basis.
Jeffrey's approach to employment cases
Jeffrey Wohl is chair and a partner of the Employment Law practice of Paul Hastings and is based in the firm’s San Francisco office. Mr. Wohl serves as global employment counsel to the firm. He represents major national and regional companies in high technology, biotechnology, financial services, retail, and other industry sectors in the areas of employment litigation and counseling, including…
The kind of cases Jeffrey takes
Jeffrey reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Minneapolis and the surrounding Minnesota area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Jeffrey studied and practices
Harvard University
J.D. · 1981
Jeffrey studied at J.D. in Harvard University.
Law school and academic background
Jeffrey completed J.D. in Harvard University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jeffrey runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Jeffrey's legal honors and published work
Jeffrey has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (San Francisco)
2017
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Management
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (San Francisco) (2017). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Management (2026).
Locations
Jeffrey D. "Jeff" Wohl's office in Minneapolis
Jeffrey's primary office is at 250 Marquette Avenue South, Suite 800, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55401. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Nilan Johnson Lewis PA
250 Marquette Avenue South, Suite 800
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401
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How to hire Jeffrey D. "Jeff" Wohl — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jeffrey usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jeffrey charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jeffrey'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; Jeffrey will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Jeffrey
Jeffrey discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Jeffrey confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jeffrey's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jeffrey D. "Jeff" Wohl
How much does it cost to hire Jeffrey for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jeffrey walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jeffrey offer a free consultation?
Jeffrey charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jeffrey's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Jeffrey's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Minnesota typically take?
Simple employment 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. Jeffrey gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jeffrey take my case if I'm outside Minneapolis?
Jeffrey 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 — Jeffrey 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 Jeffrey?
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. Jeffrey will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jeffrey accepting new employment clients right now?
Jeffrey'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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