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Scott Q Vidas, IP Attorney in Eden Prairie, Minnesota

Over 44 years of legal practice

Practicing ip in Eden Prairie since 1982.

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Scott Q Vidas is a member based in Eden Prairie, MN. The practice focuses on IP. Scott has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Vidas, Arrett & Steinkraus A Professional Association.

Based in
Eden Prairie, MN
Experience
over 44 years
Known for
IP
  • Handles IP matters from Eden Prairie, MN.
  • Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Scott Q Vidas: Scott Q Vidas is a member based in Eden Prairie, MN. The practice focuses on IP. Scott has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Vidas, Arrett & Steinkraus A Professional Association.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Scott takes on

Scott concentrates on ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Scott handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

IP cases in Eden Prairie, Minnesota

Scott takes ip matters in Eden Prairie, 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 Scott agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Scott Q Vidas — ip lawyer in Eden Prairie

Scott Q Vidas is a member based in Eden Prairie, MN. The practice focuses on IP. Scott has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Vidas, Arrett & Steinkraus A Professional Association.

Scott Q Vidas is a lawyer practicing intellectual property. Scott received a degree from University of Minnesota in 1975, and has been licensed for 44 years. Scott practices at Vidas, Arrett & Steinkraus A Professional Association in Eden Prairie, MN.

Scott's approach to ip cases

Scott Q Vidas is a lawyer practicing intellectual property. Scott received a degree from University of Minnesota in 1975, and has been licensed for 44 years. Scott practices at Vidas, Arrett & Steinkraus A Professional Association in Eden Prairie, MN.

Clients Scott works with

Scott reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip matters in Eden Prairie and the surrounding Minnesota area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Hamline University

    J.D. · 1982

  • University of Minnesota

    B.S. · 1975

Jurisdictions

Scott's state bar admissions

  • U.S. Court of Appeal

    1985 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1983 · ACTIVE

  • Minnesota

    1982 · ACTIVE

Scott studied at J.D. in Hamline University and B.S. in University of Minnesota.

Law school and academic background

Scott completed J.D. in Hamline University and B.S. in University of Minnesota. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Scott runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Scott's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Hennepin County, Minnesota State and American Bar Associations American Intellectual Property Law Association Minnesota Intellectual Property Law Association

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Locations

Scott Q Vidas's office in Eden Prairie

Scott's primary office is at 9531 West 78th St., Ste. 400, Eden Prairie, MN, 55344-8006. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Vidas, Arrett & Steinkraus A Professional Association

9531 West 78th St., Ste. 400

Eden Prairie, MN 55344-8006

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Hiring guide

How to hire Scott Q Vidas — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Scott usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Scott charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Scott'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; Scott will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a ip attorney in Eden Prairie, Minnesota

A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip 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 Scott

Scott discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every ip 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. Scott confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Scott's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Scott Q Vidas

  • How much does it cost to hire Scott for a ip case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Scott walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Scott offer a free consultation?

    Scott charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Scott's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Scott's current terms during booking.

  • How long do ip cases in Minnesota typically take?

    Simple ip 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. Scott gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Scott take my case if I'm outside Eden Prairie?

    Scott 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 — Scott 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 Scott?

    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. Scott will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Scott accepting new ip clients right now?

    Scott's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

IP attorneys serving Eden Prairie, Minneapolis and St Paul in Minnesota

Scott handles ip matters throughout Minnesota. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ip attorneys in that community.

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