Dunlap Seeger

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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Rochester, MN

At Dunlap Seeger, we combine over 75 years of legal expertise with a client-centric approach to deliver results-driven counsel. Our multidisciplinary team serves businesses, financial institutions, and individuals across industries including agribusiness, healthcare, manufacturing, and technology. We specialize in corporate law, litigation, real estate, trusts and estate planning, and labor & employment matters, offering tailored solutions for complex legal challenges. Our attorneys maintain deep industry knowledge in sectors critical to Southern Minnesotas economy, including food & beverage, nonprofit organizations, and real estate development. We prioritize proactive communication and strategic foresight, ensuring clients receive actionable guidance aligned with their operational goals.

With a legacy of courtroom success, our litigation practice handles business disputes, employment claims, insurance defense, and real estate conflicts. Our real estate team provides comprehensive counsel for developers, financial institutions, and municipalities, including environmental compliance, land use, and title services through our affiliated Title Services Inc. We serve local, national, and international clients, combining regional roots with sophisticated legal capabilities. Our commitment to smart, responsive representation has made us a trusted advisor for businesses navigating mergers, acquisitions, and succession planning. Through focused expertise and collaborative problem-solving, we help clients achieve favorable outcomes in dynamic legal landscapes.

Services

Corporate Law Real Estate Litigation Trusts & Estate Planning Labor & Employment

Highlights and features

We offer 75+ years of combined legal experience across multiple practice areas.
Our attorneys provide industry-specific counsel for agribusiness, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors.
We maintain a courtroom success record in complex litigation matters.
Our real estate practice includes affiliated title services for seamless transactions.
We deliver proactive legal strategies tailored to Minnesota's business environment.

What people say

Knowledgeable attorneys Responsive service Successful case outcomes Industry-specific expertise Practical legal solutions

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Services

Corporate Law

Our corporate law practice advises businesses on mergers, acquisitions, governance, and commercial transactions. We represent clients from startups to multinational corporations, providing strategic counsel on contract negotiations, shareholder disputes, and regulatory compliance. Our team combines legal expertise with industry-specific knowledge to support business growth and risk management.

Real Estate

We handle complex real estate matters including development, financing, and land use regulations. Our services cover commercial leasing, environmental compliance, eminent domain issues, and title services through our affiliated Title Services Inc. Attorneys negotiate easements and zoning permits while representing developers, financial institutions, and property owners in transactions and disputes.

Litigation

With decades of courtroom experience, our litigation team handles business disputes, employment claims, and insurance defense cases. We represent clients in state and federal courts, managing matters from pre-trial negotiations to appellate proceedings. Our approach emphasizes early case assessment and strategic resolution while maintaining readiness for trial when necessary.

Trusts & Estate Planning

We create customized estate plans to protect assets and facilitate wealth transfer. Services include wills, trusts, probate administration, and Medicaid planning. Our attorneys guide clients through complex tax considerations and succession planning for family businesses, ensuring clients' wishes are implemented with precision and legal compliance.

Labor & Employment

We counsel employers on compliance with labor laws, workplace policies, and dispute resolution. Our practice covers employment contracts, discrimination claims, wage & hour issues, and union negotiations. We represent clients before regulatory agencies and in litigation involving wrongful termination, harassment, and non-compete agreements across Minnesota and beyond.

People

John C. Beatty

Attorney

John C. Beatty provides strategic legal counsel in corporate transactions and real estate matters. With extensive experience in business formations and commercial lending, he helps clients navigate complex legal challenges while focusing on practical business solutions.

Robert G. Benner

Attorney

Robert G. Benner specializes in labor & employment law and commercial litigation. He represents employers in regulatory compliance and dispute resolution, combining proactive counsel with courtroom advocacy to protect business interests.

Benjamin S. King

Attorney

Benjamin S. King focuses on corporate governance and estate planning. He advises businesses on mergers & acquisitions while helping individuals structure comprehensive wealth transfer strategies tailored to their unique circumstances.

David Pederson

Attorney

David Pederson handles real estate transactions and business litigation. His practice includes commercial property disputes, land development, and contract enforcement, delivering results-oriented representation for property owners and developers.

Steven M. Spohn

Attorney

Steven M. Spohn concentrates on financial institution law and real estate matters. He represents banks in lending transactions and foreclosure proceedings while assisting clients with commercial property acquisitions and title issues.

Questions

What legal services does Dunlap Seeger offer?

We provide corporate law, litigation, real estate, trusts & estate planning, and labor & employment services. Our attorneys also handle specialized matters in agribusiness, healthcare, and nonprofit sectors.

How can I schedule a consultation?

Do you serve clients outside Minnesota?

Yes, we represent national and international clients while maintaining deep expertise in Minnesota's legal landscape and regulatory environment.

What industries do your attorneys specialize in?

Our team focuses on agribusiness, healthcare, manufacturing, technology, food & beverage, and real estate development sectors.

How does your real estate practice work with title services?

Our affiliated Title Services Inc. provides title insurance, closing services, and title opinions for residential and commercial transactions in Rochester and surrounding areas.

What experience do you have in business succession planning?

We've guided numerous businesses through succession planning, combining corporate law expertise with estate planning strategies to ensure smooth ownership transitions.