Lezlie Ott Marek, Employment Attorney in St Paul, Minnesota
Over 43 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Litigation, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Dist. J.
St Paul, MN
Practicing employment in St Paul since 1983.
- 43+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Lezlie Ott Marek is a dist. j. based in St. Paul, MN. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Lezlie has over 43 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- St. Paul, MN
- Experience
- over 43 years
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Employment, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from St. Paul, MN.
- Over 43 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Lezlie Ott Marek: Lezlie Ott Marek is a dist. j. based in St. Paul, MN. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Lezlie has over 43 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Lezlie's practice areas in St Paul
Lezlie concentrates on employment, litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lezlie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Employment cases in St Paul, Minnesota
Lezlie takes employment matters in St Paul, 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 Lezlie agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in St Paul, Minnesota
Lezlie takes litigation matters in St Paul, 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 Lezlie agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in St Paul, Minnesota
Lezlie takes personal injury matters in St Paul, 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 Lezlie agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in St Paul, Minnesota
Lezlie takes product liability matters in St Paul, 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 Lezlie agrees to represent you.
Biography
Lezlie Ott Marek, employment attorney serving St Paul
Lezlie Ott Marek is a dist. j. based in St. Paul, MN. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Lezlie has over 43 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Lezlie works from St Paul, Minnesota and takes on employment matters across the region.
Lezlie Ott Marek is a lawyer practicing products liability law, personal injury defense, employment law and 1 other area of law. Lezlie received a B.A. degree from College of St. Catherine in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years. Lezlie practices in St. Paul, MN.
Lezlie's approach to employment cases
Lezlie Ott Marek is a lawyer practicing products liability law, personal injury defense, employment law and 1 other area of law. Lezlie received a B.A. degree from College of St. Catherine in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years. Lezlie practices in St. Paul, MN.
Clients Lezlie works with
Lezlie reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, litigation, and personal injury matters in St Paul and the surrounding Minnesota area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Lezlie studied and practices
Notre Dame Law School
J.D. · 1983
College of St. Catherine
B.A. · 1980
Jurisdictions
Lezlie's state bar admissions
Iowa
2011 · ACTIVE
Minnesota
1986 · ACTIVE
Colorado
1983 · ACTIVE
Lezlie studied at J.D. in Notre Dame Law School and B.A. in College of St. Catherine.
Law school and academic background
Lezlie completed J.D. in Notre Dame Law School and B.A. in College of St. Catherine. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lezlie runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Lezlie's legal honors and published work
Lezlie has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Lezlie's professional memberships and bar associations
Hennepin County, Minnesota State and American Bar Associations Minnesota Defense Lawyers Association Minnesota Women Lawyers The Defense Research Institute
membership
Locations
Lezlie Ott Marek's office in St. Paul
Lezlie's primary office is at 15 Kellogg Blvd W Ste 1110, St. Paul, MN, 55102-1628. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Lezlie Ott Marek — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Lezlie. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in St Paul.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Lezlie Ott Marek — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lezlie usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lezlie charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lezlie'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; Lezlie will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in St Paul, 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 Lezlie
Lezlie 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. Lezlie confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lezlie'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 Lezlie Ott Marek
How much does it cost to hire Lezlie for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lezlie walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lezlie offer a free consultation?
Lezlie charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lezlie's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Lezlie'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. Lezlie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lezlie take my case if I'm outside St Paul?
Lezlie 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 — Lezlie 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 Lezlie?
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. Lezlie will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lezlie accepting new employment clients right now?
Lezlie'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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