Business Law in Minnesota

Minnesota ( MN)
Average: $3,800
Last Updated: Mar 2026
Low Estimate
$1,200
Simple / Uncontested Cases
Average Cost
$3,800
Typical Business Law Case
High Estimate
$15,000
Complex / Contested Cases
Cost Component Low Average High
Attorney Hourly Rate $200/hr $275/hr $450/hr
Total Cost Estimate $1,200 $3,800 $15,000
Court Filing Fee $155

What to Know About Business Law Costs in Minnesota

Minnesota LLC formation costs $155 online with no annual report requirement. Attorney fees range $1,200-$2,800. Minnesota has a 9.8% corporate franchise tax — one of the highest nationally. Despite high taxes, the state's quality of life and educated workforce attract significant business investment. Fortune 500 headquarters include Target, UnitedHealth Group, 3M, and General Mills. Minnesota's non-compete law follows common law but is trending toward stricter enforceability requirements. The state requires employee notice at least 10 days before signing non-competes.

Sources: State Secretary of State (MN), MyLLC.com 2025

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Divorce & Family Law

Average: $12,500

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DUI / DWI Defense

Average: $5,000

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Criminal Defense

Average: $9,000

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Personal Injury

Average: Free / Contingency

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Bankruptcy

Average: $2,800

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Real Estate Law

Average: $1,500

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Immigration Law

Average: $6,000

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Estate Planning

Average: $2,000

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Traffic Violations

Average: $400

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Compare Business Law Costs in Nearby States

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IL

Illinois

Avg. $375/hr
OH

Ohio

Avg. $275/hr
MI

Michigan

Avg. $300/hr
IN

Indiana

Avg. $275/hr
MO

Missouri

Avg. $275/hr

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