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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 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.

Main office

100 South 5th Street, Suite 1500

Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402-1254

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Hiring guide

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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