Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett, General Attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
focused on General and Personal Injury
Minneapolis, MN
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Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett is an attorney based in Minneapolis, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on General and Personal Injury.
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- Minneapolis, MINNESOTA
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- General · Personal Injury
- Handles General and Personal Injury matters from Minneapolis, MINNESOTA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (Minneapolis) (2026).
About Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett: Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett is an attorney based in Minneapolis, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on General and Personal Injury.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett
Stephen concentrates on general and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Stephen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Stephen takes general 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Stephen takes personal injury 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett — Attorney of Minnesota general experience
Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett is an attorney based in Minneapolis, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on General and Personal Injury.
Steve Plunkett concentrates his practice in health care and sexual misconduct defense, bringing nearly 30 years of experience to his role as litigator and counsel.
Mr. Plunkett has defended health care and other clients in hundreds of cases involving bodily injury or the death of residents in group homes and assisted living or skilled nursing facilities. His health care team obtained a defense verdict in 2017 in a significant pressure wound injury case. Mr. Plunkett also represents corporations sued for their employees’ sexual misconduct. Recently, he obtained a favorable resolution of several high-profile cases involving former high school students’ sexual abuse claims.
Mr. Plunkett is Chair of the Defense Research Institute’s Law Institute, where he oversees national seminars on health care law topics including long-term care, medical liability, and other related topics.
Mr. Plunkett is a member of Bassford Remele's Compensation Committee and Chair of its Strategic Planning Committee.
How Stephen handles general matters
Steve Plunkett concentrates his practice in health care and sexual misconduct defense, bringing nearly 30 years of experience to his role as litigator and counsel. Mr. Plunkett has defended health care and other clients in hundreds of cases involving bodily injury or the death of residents in group homes and assisted living or skilled nursing facilities. His health care team obtained a defense…
Who Stephen represents
Stephen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and personal injury matters in Minneapolis and the surrounding Minnesota area.
Credentials
Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett's legal education and bar admissions
University of Minnesota
J.D. · 1989
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
B.A. · 1985
Stephen studied at J.D. in University of Minnesota and B.A. in University of Minnesota Twin Cities.
Law school and academic background
Stephen completed J.D. in University of Minnesota and B.A. in University of Minnesota Twin Cities. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Stephen runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett
Stephen has received 12 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (Minneapolis)
2026
Lawyer of the Year — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (Minneapolis)
2023
Lawyer of the Year — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (Minneapolis)
2021
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Elder Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (Minneapolis) (2026). Lawyer of the Year — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (Minneapolis) (2023). Lawyer of the Year — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (Minneapolis) (2021). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026).
Locations
Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett's office in Minneapolis
Stephen'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 Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Stephen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Stephen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen'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; Stephen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Stephen
Stephen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Stephen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Stephen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Stephen O. "Steve" Plunkett
How much does it cost to hire Stephen for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Stephen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Stephen offer a free consultation?
Stephen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Stephen's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Minnesota typically take?
Simple general 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. Stephen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Stephen take my case if I'm outside Minneapolis?
Stephen 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 — Stephen 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 Stephen?
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. Stephen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Stephen accepting new general clients right now?
Stephen'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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