We represent real estate brokers and real estate agents on a broad range of legal matters.

The regulations applicable to residential real estate brokers and agents have become increasingly complex—and are not always clear. We help brokers and agents comply with legal and industry regulations and to meet their overall business goals.

We have extensive experience with real estate broker and agent compliance and regulations. While serving as Minnesota Attorneys General, Lori Swanson and Mike Hatch provided legal representation to the Minnesota Department of Commerce, which regulates the real estate industry in Minnesota. Mr. Hatch also served as Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Commerce for eight years, where he was a hands-on regulator of the real estate industry.

Unlike most lawyers, Ms. Swanson and Mr. Hatch have also been busy executives.  They understand the operational needs of clients. We focus on pragmatic, creative, timely, and cost-efficient solutions.

We can help real estate brokers and agents with:

• Contract drafting and review
• Business operations, policies, and forms
• Regulatory compliance
• Independent contractor and employment agreements
• Business disputes
• Litigation
• Business transactions and sales and purchases
• Marketing and advertising
• General legal counsel and representation
• Commerce Department investigations
• Crisis Management