Michelle Jester, Real Estate Attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
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Michelle Jester is an attorney based in Minneapolis, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Currently practicing at Messerli Kramer.
- Based in
- Minneapolis, MINNESOTA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Real Estate
- Handles Real Estate matters from Minneapolis, MINNESOTA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026).
About Michelle Jester: Michelle Jester is an attorney based in Minneapolis, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Currently practicing at Messerli Kramer.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Michelle Jester
Michelle concentrates on real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michelle handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Real Estate cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Michelle takes real estate 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 Michelle agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Michelle Jester — Attorney of Minnesota real estate experience
Michelle Jester is an attorney based in Minneapolis, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Currently practicing at Messerli Kramer.
Michelle Jester is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law.
Michelle, who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michelle is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Michelle's approach to real estate cases
Michelle Jester is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. Michelle, who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michelle is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
The kind of cases Michelle takes
Michelle reviews new inquiries case-by-case for real estate matters in Minneapolis and the surrounding Minnesota area.
Credentials
Michelle Jester's legal education and bar admissions
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
J.D. · 1994
Michelle studied at J.D. in Mitchell Hamline School of Law.
Law school and academic background
Michelle completed J.D. in Mitchell Hamline School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michelle runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Michelle Jester
Michelle has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026).
Locations
Michelle Jester's office in Minneapolis
Michelle's primary office is at 50 S. 6th Street Suite 2300, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55402. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Messerli Kramer
50 S. 6th Street Suite 2300
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402
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How to hire Michelle Jester — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new real estate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Michelle usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Michelle charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michelle'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; Michelle will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a real estate attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
A short list to run through before you commit: How many real estate 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 Michelle
Michelle discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in real estate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every real estate 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. Michelle confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Michelle's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many real estate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Michelle Jester
How much does it cost to hire Michelle for a real estate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Michelle walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Michelle offer a free consultation?
Michelle charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michelle's office. Some real estate attorneys offer free consults — check Michelle's current terms during booking.
How long do real estate cases in Minnesota typically take?
Simple real estate 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. Michelle gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Michelle take my case if I'm outside Minneapolis?
Michelle 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 — Michelle 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 Michelle?
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. Michelle will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Michelle accepting new real estate clients right now?
Michelle's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Real Estate attorneys serving Minneapolis, St Paul and Edina in Minnesota
Michelle handles real estate matters throughout Minnesota. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified real estate attorneys in that community.
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