Mark R. Whitmore, Health Care Attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Health Care and Medical Malpractice
Minneapolis, MN
Practicing health care in Minneapolis since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
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Mark R. Whitmore is an attorney based in Minneapolis, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on Health Care and Medical Malpractice. Mark has over 34 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Minneapolis, MINNESOTA
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Health Care · Medical Malpractice
- Handles Health Care and Medical Malpractice matters from Minneapolis, MINNESOTA.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (Minneapolis) (2026).
About Mark R. Whitmore: Mark R. Whitmore is an attorney based in Minneapolis, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on Health Care and Medical Malpractice. Mark has over 34 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Mark R. Whitmore
Mark concentrates on health care and medical malpractice. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Health Care
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Medical Malpractice
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Health Care cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Mark 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 Mark agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Mark takes medical malpractice 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 Mark agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Mark R. Whitmore — Over 34 years of Minnesota health care experience
Mark R. Whitmore is an attorney based in Minneapolis, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on Health Care and Medical Malpractice. Mark has over 34 years of legal experience.
Mark Whitmore is a trial lawyer who represents and counsels health systems and other businesses and professionals in litigation, risk management, licensing, governmental investigations, and compliance matters.
A sought-after litigator, Mr. Whitmore represents a majority of the health systems in the Twin Cities, including their outstate locations. He takes pride in seeing each matter through conclusion and partners closely with his clients to achieve their goals anywhere from conference rooms to courtrooms.Mr. Whitmore has more than 25 years of experience successfully litigating matters to verdict in state and federal courts across the Midwest. He has also successfully represented many physicians and other professionals in licensing disputes before regulatory entities.
Mr. Whitmore served as Bassford Remele’s Chief Operating Officer for seven years, also previously serving on the firm’s Management and Compensation
How Mark handles health care matters
Mark Whitmore is a trial lawyer who represents and counsels health systems and other businesses and professionals in litigation, risk management, licensing, governmental investigations, and compliance matters. A sought-after litigator, Mr. Whitmore represents a majority of the health systems in the Twin Cities, including their outstate locations. He takes pride in seeing each matter through…
Who Mark represents
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for health care and medical malpractice matters in Minneapolis and the surrounding Minnesota area.
Credentials
Mark R. Whitmore's legal education and bar admissions
The University of Iowa
J.D. · 1992
Jurisdictions
Mark's state bar admissions
Wisconsin
1998 · ACTIVE
Iowa
1994 · ACTIVE
Minnesota
1992 · ACTIVE
Mark studied at J.D. in The University of Iowa.
Law school and academic background
Mark completed J.D. in The University of Iowa. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Mark R. Whitmore
Mark has received 12 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (Minneapolis)
2026
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (Minneapolis)
2024
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (Minneapolis)
2020
Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (Minneapolis) (2026). Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (Minneapolis) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (Minneapolis) (2020). Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026).
Locations
Mark R. Whitmore's office in Minneapolis
Mark's primary office is at 100 South 5th Street, Suite 1500, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55402-1254. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Mark R. Whitmore — 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 Mark usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mark charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark'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; Mark 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 Mark
Mark 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. Mark confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mark'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 Mark R. Whitmore
How much does it cost to hire Mark for a health care case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mark walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mark offer a free consultation?
Mark charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office. Some health care attorneys offer free consults — check Mark'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. Mark gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mark take my case if I'm outside Minneapolis?
Mark 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 — Mark 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 Mark?
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. Mark will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mark accepting new health care clients right now?
Mark'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
Mark handles health care matters throughout Minnesota. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified health care attorneys in that community.
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