Yuri B. Berndt, Business Attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
focused on Business, Tax, and Tax Litigation
Minneapolis, MN
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Yuri B. Berndt is an attorney based in Minneapolis, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on Business, Tax, and Tax Litigation.
- Based in
- Minneapolis, MINNESOTA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Business · Tax · Tax Litigation
- Handles Business, Tax, and Tax Litigation matters from Minneapolis, MINNESOTA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Minneapolis) (2026).
About Yuri B. Berndt: Yuri B. Berndt is an attorney based in Minneapolis, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on Business, Tax, and Tax Litigation.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Yuri takes on
Yuri concentrates on business, tax, tax litigation, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Yuri handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Tax Litigation
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Trusts
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Business cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Yuri 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 Yuri agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Yuri takes tax 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 Yuri agrees to represent you.
Tax Litigation cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Yuri takes tax litigation 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 Yuri agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Yuri takes trusts 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 Yuri agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Yuri B. Berndt — business lawyer in Minneapolis
Yuri B. Berndt is an attorney based in Minneapolis, MINNESOTA. The practice focuses on Business, Tax, and Tax Litigation.
Yuri B. Berndt is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Litigation and Controversy - Tax, Tax Law and Trusts and Estates.
Yuri B., who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2013. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Yuri B. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
How Yuri handles business matters
Yuri B. Berndt is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Litigation and Controversy - Tax, Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Yuri B., who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2013. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Yuri B. is held by other top lawyers in the…
The kind of cases Yuri takes
Yuri reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, tax, and tax litigation matters in Minneapolis and the surrounding Minnesota area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
William Mitchell College of Law
J.D. · 1998
Yuri studied at J.D. in William Mitchell College of Law.
Law school and academic background
Yuri completed J.D. in William Mitchell College of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Yuri runs in Minnesota is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Yuri has received 7 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Minneapolis)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Minneapolis) (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026).
Locations
Yuri B. Berndt's office in Minneapolis
Yuri's primary office is at 150 S 5th Street Unit 1200, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55402. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Yuri B. Berndt
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How to hire Yuri B. Berndt — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Yuri usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Yuri charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yuri'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; Yuri 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 Yuri
Yuri 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. Yuri confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Yuri'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 Yuri B. Berndt
How much does it cost to hire Yuri for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Yuri walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Yuri offer a free consultation?
Yuri charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yuri's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Yuri'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. Yuri gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Yuri take my case if I'm outside Minneapolis?
Yuri 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 — Yuri 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 Yuri?
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. Yuri will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Yuri accepting new business clients right now?
Yuri'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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