At the Minneapolis law office of Bock & Battina, LLP, we strive to give every client our full effort and support while aggressively advancing their interests in negotiations or in court. We are a small firm that focuses on providing clients with a high degree of personal service and accessibility. James CW Bock, a Wisconsin Licensed Attorney, and Bryan R. Battina, a Minnesota Licensed Attorney, are the named partners who provide the backbone of Bock & Battina, LLP.

Contact our attorneys for a free 30-minute consultation. Learn more about how we can help you achieve your legal goals.

Family Law and Divorce: Our family law attorneys handle all legal issues, from divorce to adoption, child custody, and premarital agreements in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. We are sensitive to the issues you are facing and provide the support and legal guidance you need to move through the process of divorce in order to start a new life.

Criminal Defense: Our Twin Cities criminal defense lawyers defend people facing criminal charges for felony and misdemeanor crimes such as drunk driving / DWI, drug charges, harassment or assault charges, violent crimes, and traffic violations. If you have been arrested, ensure your rights are protected. Contact a lawyer at Bock & Battina.

Residential and Commercial Real Estate and Landlord-Tenant Issues: Our law firm provides real estate law and litigation services to clients throughout Minnesota:

• Drafting of purchase and sale agreements, contracts for deed, and residential and commercial lease agreements
• Litigation of real estate contract disputes and property transaction disputes
• Equity stripping
• Gaining easements and litigation of easement and boundary disputes
• Mechanic's liens
• Homeowners association and condo association issues
• Evictions
• Tenants' rights

Construction Law: We represent developers, builders, and contractors facing litigation in the seven-county Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area.

Sports Law: We are experienced in representing current and aspiring American and Canadian athletes and coaches engaged in professional, semi-professional, and collegiate sports. We handle sports law issues with the NFL, AFL, Canadian Football League, NBA, and NHL, including:

• Contract negotiations and advice on contractual obligations
• Endorsements, appearances, and signings
• Certification and registration

Business Law and Litigation: Our Twin Cities business law attorneys help new businesses get started with business formation, business planning, employee handbooks, contract law services, and commercial collections. We also represent businesses and business owners in commercial litigation.

Employment Law: We represent both employers and employees in employment law cases involving:

• Wrongful discharge
• EEOC claims regarding discrimination or harassment due to race, ethnicity, age, disability, sex, pregnancy status, or gender identity
• Denial of claims for unemployment compensation
• Denial of FMLA leave
• Breach of employment contracts and non-compete agreements

Professional Malpractice: We defend lawyers facing claims of legal malpractice.

Appellate Representation: Our firm handles appeals before the Minnesota Court of Appeals, the Minnesota Supreme Court, and United States federal courts.

Our office is located in the Warehouse District of downtown Minneapolis. Our office hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with additional hours by special appointment. Contact us for a free 30-minute consultation.