Core Practice Areas
9 VerticalsAbout & Mediation Philosophy
Neutral ProfileSteven Ness earned his undergraduate degree from Luther College in Decorah, Iowa, and his Juris Doctorate at William Mitchell College of Law. For more than twenty-five years the primary focus of Steve’s practice has been business planning and serving as general counsel for many closely held businesses. Steven also has extensive litigation experience ranging from complex cases involving intellectual property issues, licensing, sales representatives, breach of contract, unfair competition and negligent trust administration to defending and prosecuting large and small disputes between business owners. Steve is also an experienced estate planner and has represented financial institution trust departments. He has a wide range of experience in the merger, sale or acquisition of businesses, business succession, exit strategies and real estate.
Credentials & Institutional Standing
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Education
William Mitchell College of Law
J.D. · Law
Class of 1986
Luther College
B.A.
Class of 1980
Work History
3 PositionsAttorney / Mediator
Business Law Center, PLC
Primary focus of practice has been business planning and serving as general counsel for many closely held businesses.
Panelist
American Arbitration Association
Complex commercial dispute panel.
Mediator
Advance Mediation Center, Inc.
Provides private mediation services.
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