About Dorsey & Whitney LLP

Dorsey & Whitney LLP has a proud history that stretches back to 1912, when it was formed in Minneapolis at the request of a client that remains with the firm today. Over the decades, the law firm has become known for its dedication to clients, communities, and colleagues. Recognition for client service, pro bono commitment, and inclusive culture has shaped its reputation as a trusted and innovative partner.

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is home to alumni who have gone on to serve in positions of national and global importance. Among them are U.S. Supreme Court Justice Harry Blackmun, U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar, former Vice President Walter Mondale, and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack. The firm’s alumni also include judges, business leaders, and legal scholars, reflecting the influence of its lawyers far beyond the courtroom.

Dorsey & Whitney LLP has steadily expanded from its Midwestern roots to a global presence. Starting in the 1980s, the firm grew to meet the needs of clients across the United States, Canada, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region. This expansion has allowed the law firm to serve companies operating across borders, providing seamless and proactive legal solutions that reflect the demands of today’s interconnected economy.

Dorsey & Whitney LLP organizes its legal services around six industries where it has significant depth: banking, development and infrastructure, energy and natural resources, food and agribusiness, healthcare, and technology. By focusing on these areas, the firm is able to deliver tailored insights, practical solutions, and strategies that give clients a competitive advantage. Teams collaborate across offices and practice areas to share expertise and anticipate industry trends.

Dorsey & Whitney LLP continues to lead with values of excellence, service, and inclusion. A top 30 pro bono ranking from the American Lawyer and a 100% score on the Human Rights Campaign Equality Index demonstrate the law firm’s impact in both professional and community arenas. With offices worldwide, the firm applies its legal skill and business understanding to help clients succeed in a highly competitive environment.

Practice Areas

Business
  • Advertising & Marketing
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Aviation
  • Banking & Financial Institutions
  • Capital Markets
  • Construction & Design
  • Benefit Corporations
  • Canada Cross-Border Transactions
  • Cannabis
  • Closely Held Businesses
  • Cooperative Law
  • Corporate Governance & Compliance
  • Emerging Companies
  • Franchise & Distribution Law
  • Investment Funds
  • Investment Management
  • Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Nonprofit & Tax Exempt Organizations
  • Private Equity
  • Securitization
  • Technology Commerce
  • Transactional Risk Insurance
  • Creative Industries
  • Cybersecurity
  • Development & Infrastructure
  • Educational Publishing, Technology & Services
  • Electric Power
  • Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG)
  • Food, Beverage & Agribusiness
  • Franchise & Distribution Law
  • Government Solutions & Investigations
  • Healthcare & Life Sciences
  • Hospitality
  • Health & Life Sciences
  • Investment Funds
  • Investment Management
  • Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Mining
  • Oil & Gas
  • Privacy & Social Media
  • Private Equity
  • Pro Bono
  • Public Finance
  • Public-Private Partnerships
  • Sustainability
  • Tax
  • Technology
  • Technology Commerce
  • Telecommunications
  • Finance & Restructuring
Estate Planning
  • Dorsey & Whitney Trust Company
  • Business Succession Planning
  • Family Governance
  • Estate & Trust Administration
  • Trusts & Estates Litigation
Immigration
  • Temporary Non-Immigrant Status
  • Visas For Executives, Treaty Traders And Investors, Business Visitors And Other Professionals
  • Family-Based Immigration
  • Student Visa
Indian & Alaska Native
  • Tax Planning, Tax Controversy And Tax Litigation
  • Litigation, Arbitration And Appellate Law
  • Banking, Finance And Financial Restructuring
  • Benefits And Compensation
  • Labor And Employment
  • Government Contracts
  • Gaming
  • Corporate Representation
  • Economic Development
  • Cultural Resources
  • Energy And Environment
  • Federal Representation
Employment
  • Benefits & Compensation
  • Executive Compensation
  • ERISA Litigation
  • Immigration
  • Labor & Employment
Lawsuits & Disputes
  • Anti-Corruption Group
  • Antitrust & Competition Law
  • Appellate
  • Class Action Litigation
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Construction Litigation
  • Electronic Discovery
  • ERISA Litigation
  • Healthcare Litigation
  • Insurance Law
  • Intellectual Property Litigation
  • International Arbitration & Litigation
  • Legal mine Document Review Solutions
  • Products Liability
  • Real Estate Litigation
  • Securities & Financial Services Litigation & Enforcement
  • Tax Controversy & Litigation
  • Trusts & Estates Litigation
Regulatory
  • Environmental
  • Telecommunications
Real Estate
  • Land Use
  • Purchase
  • Zoning
  • Permitting
  • Financing And Development Of Real Estate
  • Construction And Leasing
  • Sale Of Completed Projects

Fees

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Office locations for Dorsey & Whitney LLP

Dorsey & Whitney LLP - Minneapolis

50 South 6th St #1500, Minneapolis, MN 55402

Dorsey & Whitney LLP - New York

51 W 52nd St, New York, NY 10019

Dorsey & Whitney LLP - Seattle

701 5th Ave #6100, Seattle, WA 98104

Dorsey & Whitney LLP - Washington

1401 New York Ave NW # 900, Washington, DC 20005

Dorsey & Whitney LLP - Dallas

200 Crescent Ct #1600, Dallas, TX 75201