Nate R. Snyder

Nate R. Snyder is a Minnesota business attorney who advises individuals and companies on commercial transactions, sports and entertainment matters, intellectual property, mergers and acquisitions, manufacturing, and real estate. His practice includes trademark, copyright, general corporate, shareholder, employment, and real estate matters. He works with clients across industries such as sports, entertainment, music, media, manufacturing, technology, finance, and transportation.

Nate earned a B.A. from Concordia College and a J.D. from William Mitchell College of Law. His education supports a practice built on careful analysis, practical business judgment, and clear communication. He is admitted to practice in Minnesota, before the United States Federal District Court for the District of Minnesota, and before the United States Patent and Trademark Office Trademark Trial and Appeal Board.

Nate has significant experience helping businesses address transactional and operational legal needs. Before his current role, he spent eight years practicing at a Minneapolis business law firm, where he represented clients in equity, asset, intellectual property, and real estate transactions. He also served as outside counsel for closely held businesses, giving him practical insight into daily business concerns, long-term planning, and risk management.

Nate R. Snyder is recognized for his work in business, real estate, and related legal matters. His honors include Minnesota Rising Star recognition, Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America, and Top Lawyer recognition by Minnesota Monthly. He is active in the Minnesota State Bar Association, including leadership roles in its Sports, Art & Entertainment Section and Business Law Section. His work reflects a client-focused approach grounded in preparation, responsiveness, and practical legal guidance.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Fafinski Mark & Johnson, P.A.
• Member, Minnesota State Bar Association,  Business, Sports, Art & Entertainment Section, Executive Committee
• Member, Hennepin County Bar Association
• Member, Douglas K. Amdahl Inn of Court
• Mentor, Mitchell Mentors
• Mentor, University of St. Thomas School of Law

Licensed State

• Minnesota

Education

• William Mitchell College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Concordia College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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