Local Government

Murnane Brandt has one of the most vital local government practices in the state of Minnesota. We serve as general counsel to more than thirty local governments located in ten Minnesota counties.

Local Government


Murnane Brandt serves as general counsel to many local governments throughout the state of Minnesota. Because of our extensive experience, our lawyers thoroughly understand municipalities and the complex laws that govern municipal procedures and operations.

In addition, we provide legal services to local governments regarding a host of diverse issues, ranging from land acquisition and eminent domain to municipal renewal projects and election law. We also serve local governments in litigation matters related to property damage, condemnation, construction contracts, land use, environmental regulation, code enforcement, real estate disputes, zoning issues and breach of contract matters.

In representing municipalities, our lawyers often work with other governmental units including the Minnesota Department of Transportation, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, the Department of Natural Resources, county offices, water and soil authorities. Murnane Brandt truly understands local government - we are committed to continually serving the local governments we currently represent in the state of Minnesota and Wisconsin.

Many Minnesota Counties Rely on Our Expert General Counsel including:

  • Aitkin
  • Chisago
  • Dakota
  • Goodhue
  • Isanti
  • Olmstead
  • Renville
  • Sherburne
  • Sibley
  • Stearns

Murnane Brandt Attorneys Practicing in the Area of Local Government Law:

Minnesota Office 30 East 7th Street, Suite 3200 Saint Paul, MN 55101-4919 P 651 227 9411 F 651 223 5199
Wisconsin Office 1810 Crest View Drive, Suite 2B Hudson, WI 54016 P 715 246 3910 F 651 223 5199
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