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Todd J. Zerin, Creditor Rights Attorney in Prior Lake, Minnesota

Over 42 years of legal practice · focused on Creditor Rights, Estate Planning, and Insurance

Prior Lake, MN

Practicing creditor rights in Prior Lake since 1984.

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Years practicing
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Todd J. Zerin is an attorney based in Prior Lake, MN. The practice focuses on Creditor Rights, Estate Planning, and Insurance. Todd has over 42 years of legal experience.

Based in
Prior Lake, MN
Experience
over 42 years
Known for
Creditor Rights · Estate Planning · Insurance
  • Handles Creditor Rights, Estate Planning, and Insurance matters from Prior Lake, MN.
  • Over 42 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Todd J. Zerin: Todd J. Zerin is an attorney based in Prior Lake, MN. The practice focuses on Creditor Rights, Estate Planning, and Insurance. Todd has over 42 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Todd's practice areas in Prior Lake

Todd concentrates on creditor rights, estate planning, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Todd handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Creditor Rights cases in Prior Lake, Minnesota

Todd takes creditor rights matters in Prior Lake, 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 Todd agrees to represent you.

Estate Planning cases in Prior Lake, Minnesota

Todd takes estate planning matters in Prior Lake, 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 Todd agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Prior Lake, Minnesota

Todd takes insurance matters in Prior Lake, 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 Todd agrees to represent you.

Biography

Todd J. Zerin, creditor rights attorney serving Prior Lake

Todd J. Zerin is an attorney based in Prior Lake, MN. The practice focuses on Creditor Rights, Estate Planning, and Insurance. Todd has over 42 years of legal experience. Todd works from Prior Lake, Minnesota and takes on creditor rights matters across the region.

Todd J. Zerin is a lawyer practicing creditors remedies, insurance litigation, estate planning. Todd received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years. Todd practices in Prior Lake, MN.

How Todd handles creditor rights matters

Todd J. Zerin is a lawyer practicing creditors remedies, insurance litigation, estate planning. Todd received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years. Todd practices in Prior Lake, MN.

Who Todd represents

Todd reviews new inquiries case-by-case for creditor rights, estate planning, and insurance matters in Prior Lake and the surrounding Minnesota area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Todd studied and practices

  • University of Minnesota

    J.D. · 1984

  • Stanford University

    A.B. · 1981

Jurisdictions

Todd's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    1985 · ACTIVE

  • California

    1985 · ACTIVE

  • Minnesota

    1984 · ACTIVE

Todd studied at J.D. in University of Minnesota and A.B. in Stanford University.

Law school and academic background

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

Locations

Todd J. Zerin's office in Prior Lake

Todd's primary office is at 8654 Oak Hill Cir, Prior Lake, MN, 55372-9187. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

8654 Oak Hill Cir

Prior Lake, MN 55372-9187

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Hiring guide

How to hire Todd J. Zerin — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a creditor rights attorney in Prior Lake, Minnesota

A short list to run through before you commit: How many creditor rights 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 Todd

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every creditor rights 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. Todd confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Todd J. Zerin

  • How much does it cost to hire Todd for a creditor rights case?

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

  • Does Todd offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do creditor rights cases in Minnesota typically take?

    Simple creditor rights 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. Todd gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Todd take my case if I'm outside Prior Lake?

    Todd 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 — Todd 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 Todd?

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

  • Is Todd accepting new creditor rights clients right now?

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

Areas served

Creditor Rights attorneys serving Prior Lake, Minneapolis and St Paul in Minnesota

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