Ted A Allen, Business Attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Over 47 years of legal practice · focused on Business and General · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatTed A. Allen
Minneapolis, MN
Practicing business in Minneapolis since 1979.
- 47+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Ted A Allen is a member based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Business and General. Ted has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ted A. Allen. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Minneapolis, MN
- Experience
- over 47 years
- Known for
- Business · General
- Handles Business and General matters from Minneapolis, MN.
- Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Ted A Allen: Ted A Allen is a member based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Business and General. Ted has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ted A. Allen. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Ted A Allen
Ted concentrates on business and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ted handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Ted takes business 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 Ted agrees to represent you.
General cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Ted 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 Ted agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Ted A Allen — Over 47 years of Minnesota business experience
Ted A Allen is a member based in Minneapolis, MN. The practice focuses on Business and General. Ted has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ted A. Allen. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Ted A Allen is a lawyer practicing computer law, small business law, family business law. Ted received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1973, and has been licensed for 47 years. Ted practices at Ted A. Allen in Minneapolis, MN.
Ted's approach to business cases
Ted A Allen is a lawyer practicing computer law, small business law, family business law. Ted received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1973, and has been licensed for 47 years. Ted practices at Ted A. Allen in Minneapolis, MN.
Clients Ted works with
Ted reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and general matters in Minneapolis and the surrounding Minnesota area.
Credentials
Ted A Allen's legal education and bar admissions
William Mitchell College of Law
J.D. · 1979
University of Minnesota
B.A. · 1973
Jurisdictions
Ted's state bar admissions
Minnesota
1979 · ACTIVE
Ted studied at J.D. in William Mitchell College of Law and B.A. in University of Minnesota.
Law school and academic background
Ted completed J.D. in William Mitchell College of Law and B.A. in University of Minnesota. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ted runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Ted A Allen
Ted has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Ted's professional memberships and bar associations
Hennepin County (Sections on: Real Property, Estate Planning and Probate Business Law and Computer) and American (Sections on: Real Property, Estate Planning and Probate Business Law and Computer) Bar Associations
membership
Locations
Ted A Allen's office in Minneapolis
Ted's primary office is at 6808 Dovre Dr., Minneapolis, MN, 55436-1715. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Ted A Allen — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Ted. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Minneapolis.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire Ted A Allen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ted usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ted charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ted'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; Ted will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Ted
Ted discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Ted confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ted's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ted A Allen
How much does it cost to hire Ted for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ted walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ted offer a free consultation?
Ted charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ted's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Ted's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Minnesota typically take?
Simple business 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. Ted gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ted take my case if I'm outside Minneapolis?
Ted 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 — Ted 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 Ted?
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. Ted will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ted accepting new business clients right now?
Ted'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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