Business Details
Experienced Legal Representation in Minnesota
At Lawder Law, we bring over four decades of legal expertise to individuals, families, and businesses navigating estate planning, elder law, and real estate matters. Certified as a Real Estate Specialist by the Minnesota State Bar Association, our practice combines deep technical knowledge with a client-focused approach to deliver practical solutions. We prioritize affordability, offering free 15-minute consultations and transparent pricing while maintaining a commitment to thorough, detail-oriented representation. Our experience spans thousands of estate plans, probates, and real estate transactions, with a focus on protecting clients' interests and avoiding costly legal pitfalls. We serve Minnesotans across diverse backgrounds, including new parents, blended families, and seniors, with tailored guidance on asset protection, incapacity planning, and long-term care.Our founder, Lawder Law, leverages his background as a former CPA and decades of litigation experience to provide strategic counsel on wills, trusts, property transfers, and business law matters. We emphasize direct communication, returning calls promptly and offering in-person meetings to build trust and clarity. Recognizing the complexities of Medical Assistance eligibility, real estate title issues, and probate avoidance strategies, we educate clients on both risks and opportunities. Our practice extends to commercial transactions, construction defect litigation, and creditor rights, reflecting a broad understanding of legal challenges. With a history of service as a Conciliation Court Referee and roles at prominent law firms, we combine institutional knowledge with personalized attention to achieve favorable outcomes.
Services
Estate Planning
Elder Law
Real Estate Law
Probate Administration
Business Law
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of legal experience in estate planning and real estate law.
- Our founder is Minnesota's first certified Real Estate Specialist attorney.
- We provide cost-effective solutions with free initial 15-minute consultations.
- Our client-focused approach prioritizes your family's needs over profits.
- We combine litigation expertise with proactive planning to prevent future disputes.
Associations and certifications
- Minnesota State Bar Association
Services
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans including wills, revocable living trusts, and healthcare directives. Our approach ensures your assets transfer smoothly while minimizing probate costs. We specialize in strategies that protect inheritances and address Medical Assistance eligibility concerns for Minnesota families.
Real Estate Law
Our real estate practice handles property transfers, title disputes, and deed preparation. We advise on transfer-on-death deeds, joint ownership structures, and tax implications for residential and commercial properties across the Twin Cities metro area.
Elder Law
We help seniors navigate Medicaid planning, long-term care options, and asset protection strategies. Our services include guardianship proceedings and advocacy for nursing home residents' rights throughout Minnesota.
Probate Administration
We guide executors through probate processes for estates involving real estate, business interests, or contested inheritances. Our focus is resolving disputes efficiently while maintaining compliance with Minnesota probate laws.
Business Law
We assist businesses with formation, contract negotiations, and dispute resolution. Our experience includes merger agreements, intellectual property protection, and commercial litigation for Minnesota-based companies of all sizes.
People
David K. Porter
Attorney & Founder
With over 40 years of legal experience, Lawder Law specializes in estate planning, elder law, and real estate. Certified as a Real Estate Specialist by the Minnesota State Bar Association, he previously served as a Conciliation Court Referee and partner at major law firms.
Questions
What estate planning services do you offer?
We create customized wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives while advising on probate avoidance strategies and Medical Assistance compliance.
Do you handle real estate transactions?
Yes, we assist with residential and commercial property transfers, title issues, deed preparation, and dispute resolution for buyers, sellers, and investors.
Are your legal services affordable?
We offer competitive rates with free initial consultations, focusing on cost-effective solutions that avoid unnecessary litigation expenses.
How can elder law services help my family?
We provide Medicaid planning, long-term care strategies, and protection against financial exploitation for seniors and their families.
What business law services do you provide?
Our services include entity formation, contract drafting, merger advice, and dispute resolution for businesses in Minnesota.
