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Minneapolis, MN · Wrongful death · 2026

Top-Ranked Wrongful Death Lawyers in Minneapolis

A wrongful death claim lets certain family members recover damages when someone dies because of another person's negligence. Who can file, and for what, is set by each state's law.
Updated September 25, 202622 firms evaluatedHow we rank

The ranking

Top Minneapolis wrongful death lawyers

This is the overall personal injury ranking for Minneapolis. Confirm a firm handles wrongful death cases before you hire.

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    Schwebel, Goetz & Sieben, P.A.

    5.0538 Google reviews· Minneapolis

    Google Maps position: #1 for "personal injury attorney", #1 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    1.0
    Score
    99.2/100
    Call (612) 416-6429Google Maps
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    Bennerotte & Associates, P.A.

    4.9488 Google reviews· Eagan

    Google Maps position: #3 for "personal injury attorney", #2 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    2.5
    Score
    91.2/100
    Call (651) 240-3309Google Maps
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    Nicolet Law Accident & Injury Lawyers

    4.9430 Google reviews· Minneapolis

    Google Maps position: #2 for "personal injury attorney", #3 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    2.5
    Score
    91.2/100
    Call (612) 888-8258Google Maps
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    Tyroler Leonard Injury Law

    5.0224 Google reviews· Minneapolis

    Google Maps position: #5 for "personal injury attorney", #6 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    5.5
    Score
    87.1/100
    Call (952) 567-2488Google Maps
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    TSR Injury Law

    4.8684 Google reviews· Bloomington

    Google Maps position: #4 for "personal injury attorney", #5 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    4.5
    Score
    81.9/100
    Call (612) 877-8463Google Maps
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    Hall Law Personal Injury Attorneys Minneapolis

    5.0100 Google reviews· Minneapolis

    Google Maps position: #7 for "personal injury attorney", #8 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    7.5
    Score
    81.1/100
    Call (612) 482-9119Google Maps
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    Sand Law, LLC

    5.0411 Google reviews· St Paul

    Google Maps position: #9 for "personal injury attorney", #9 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    9.0
    Score
    79.0/100
    Call (651) 291-7263Google Maps
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    Fay & Associates

    4.7356 Google reviews· Minneapolis

    Google Maps position: #6 for "personal injury attorney", #4 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    5.0
    Score
    77.1/100
    Call (612) 888-8354Google Maps
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    SiebenCarey Personal Injury Law

    4.9192 Google reviews· Minneapolis

    Google Maps position: #8 for "personal injury attorney", #11 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    9.5
    Score
    73.7/100
    Call (612) 333-4500Google Maps
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    Law Office of Jeffrey A. Jones, P.A.

    4.9178 Google reviews· Golden Valley

    Google Maps position: #20 for "personal injury attorney", #7 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    13.5
    Score
    63.7/100
    Call (612) 234-2992Google Maps

Map positions, ratings and review counts: Google, recorded September 25, 2026. How we rank

Know this

What makes wrongful death cases different

  • 1

    Only certain relatives or the estate's representative can file, depending on state law.

  • 2

    Filing deadlines for wrongful death can differ from ordinary injury deadlines.

  • 3

    Damages can include lost financial support, funeral costs and loss of companionship.

Checklist

Evidence to save now

  • Death certificate
  • Police, accident or incident reports
  • Medical records from the final injury or illness
  • Proof of income and financial support
  • Funeral and burial bills

Before you sign

Questions to ask a lawyer

  1. 1.Who in our family has the right to file in this state?
  2. 2.How do you handle a wrongful death claim alongside the estate?
  3. 3.What is your contingency fee and how are costs handled?
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Minnesota

Rules that affect your claim

Filing deadline

6 years

For most injury claims (Minn. Stat. § 541.05, subd. 1). 6 years applies to most negligence claims. Some injury claims (e.g., intentional torts) have shorter deadlines.

Fault rule

Modified comparative fault (51% bar)

You can recover as long as you were not more than 50% at fault, and your award is reduced by your share of the blame. (Minn. Stat. § 604.01)

Car insurance

No-fault state

Your own personal injury protection (PIP) coverage pays your medical bills and some lost wages first, no matter who caused the crash. You can sue the at-fault driver only if your injuries meet the state's threshold.

Pending attorney review. General information, not legal advice. Deadlines can be shorter for claims against government agencies and for some case types.

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FAQ

Common questions

How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Minnesota?

In most cases, 6 years from the date of the injury (Minn. Stat. § 541.05, subd. 1). 6 years applies to most negligence claims. Some injury claims (e.g., intentional torts) have shorter deadlines. Claims against a government agency often have much shorter notice deadlines.

What if I was partly at fault for my injury in Minnesota?

You can recover as long as you were not more than 50% at fault, and your award is reduced by your share of the blame. (Minn. Stat. § 604.01)

Is Minnesota a no-fault car insurance state?

Minnesota is a no-fault state. Your own personal injury protection (PIP) coverage pays your medical bills and some lost wages first, no matter who caused the crash. You can sue the at-fault driver only if your injuries meet the state's threshold.

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