Family Law

• Divorce
• Child Support
  Divorce and separation: We counsel clients regarding all issues surrounding divorce and separation, including child custody, child support and visitation, spousal support, alimony and maintenance, and grandparents’ rights.
• Child Custody and Visitation
  Nothing touches every aspect of a person’s life like family law issues such as divorce and child custody. It impacts your relationship with your children, your financial health and even your business assets.
• Adoption
• Paternity
• Premarital Agreement
• Spousal Support

Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
  In North Dakota and Minnesota and throughout the Upper Midwest, that means turning to the proven team of defense lawyers at Vogel Law Firm. Our criminal defense group offers more than 100 years of combined experience and has defended thousands of clients against charges involving...
• DUI/DWI
  In today’s episode of The Vogel Lawcast, we chat with Vogel Attorney Luke Heck about being known as the DUI lawyer, the legal concept of actual physical control, and how it could impact you!
• Wrongful Death
  At Vogel Law Firm, we understand the emotions involved in wrongful death and fatal accident cases, and provide wrongful death representation across North Dakota and Minnesota. When you are wondering what to do next and how to move forward, let us help.
• Sex Crimes
• White Collar Crimes
• Theft
• Misdemeanors
  Whether you have been charged with a felony or misdemeanor or have reason to believe you are under investigation, it is crucial to seek the advice of an experienced criminal defense attorney who can advise you of your defense options, counsel you through the legal process and protect your rights and reputation.
• Embezzlement
• Drug Crimes
• Assault
• Homicide
• Internet Crimes
  Vogel Law Firm‘s attorneys provide licensing, enforcement and litigation services on behalf of our clients on intellectual property matters, including trademarks, copyrights, unfair competition, trade secrets and internet law issues.
• Hit and Run

Business and Corporate Law

• Corporate Law
  We are seeking a Business & Corporate Law attorney in our Bismarck office. Local and out-of-state applicants with excellent writing skills and strong academic credentials are welcomed.
• Mergers and Acquisitions
  Mergers and acquisitions: We represent clients in all aspects of these transactions, including drafting and negotiating agreements, due diligence, advising on regulatory compliance, reviewing and preparing closing documentation, and conducting closings.
• Business Disputes
  Buyouts and transfers: We work with clients to plan for structure and complete ownership transfers, including in the context of buyouts in closely held businesses and business successions in family-owned companies. We also assist clients in the enforcement of buy-sell and similar ownership agreements, the resolution of business disputes, and the carrying out of business dissolutions.
• Business Transactions
  Offering a wide span of legal knowledge and experience, our team of over 45 attorneys, handles a diverse range of cases, including those involving business law, criminal defense, family law, personal injury and wrongful death, agriculture and cooperatives law, oil, gas, water, energy and environmental law, commercial litigation, commercial transactions and securities, employment and labor law, education law, health care law, estate planning and probate, insurance law, professional liability, real estate law, and more. The firm is an active member of the American Law Firm Association (ALFA) which provides access to national and worldwide legal services of all types.
• Limited Liability Companies
  Mineral trusts. Vogel Law Firm‘s attorneys assist in establishing mineral-related trusts and limited liability companies to protect and manage mineral interests. Our attorneys have extensive experience working with clients to implement estate and business succession planning.
• Construction Contracts
  We represent contractors, subcontractors, architects, engineers and material suppliers, as well as business clients contracting with industry providers. We assist clients in the review, negotiation and drafting of construction contracts, and represent clients involved in construction disputes, arbitration and litigation, including...
• Trade Secrets
• Intellectual Property
• Unfair Competition

Employment Law

• Employment Contract
  Contracts: We assist in the drafting and negotiation of physician contracts and other employment agreements, medical equipment contracts, computer hardware and licensing agreements, and contracts between health care facilities or with ancillary service providers.
• Employment Litigation
  Workforce training: Working with the employer, our attorneys provide in-house training for employees and management teams regarding employment issues such as sexual harassment, compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and workplace violence. We provide up-to-date training and advice on these and other critical employment law issues that are routinely evolving.
• Sexual Harassment
  Discrimination: We counsel our employer clients regarding Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) claims, sexual harassment claims, discrimination claims and disability claims.

Property Law

• Real Estate Litigation
  At Vogel Law Firm, our real estate attorneys have the breadth and depth of knowledge and experience that are indispensable in serving our clients’ needs. We understand the value of quality services and prompt attention to our clients’ real estate matters. Our experienced attorneys, paralegals and staff allow us to conclude real estate matters in an effective and efficient manner.
• Premises Liability
  Agricultural litigation: Vogel Law Firm‘s attorneys defend claims regarding agricultural products, agricultural production loss and disease, veterinarian liability, and premises liability.
• Construction Litigation
  Vogel Law Firm‘s attorneys’ experience and understanding of the construction industry allow us to provide efficient and practical legal services to our clients with respect to construction projects. Our firm’s representation of the Association of General Contractors has continued for many years and is a testament to our dedication to serving the industry.
• Real Estate Transactions
  Purchase and sale transactions: We assist in all aspects of purchase and sale transactions. These services include the negotiation and drafting of agreements and closing documentation, assistance in reviewing and correcting title matters and obtaining title insurance, and representation at closing. We regularly prepare or review mortgages and loan documents, and otherwise assist in financed commercial real estate transactions, including seller-financed transactions. We can also, when applicable, counsel clients and help structure tax-deferred property exchanges.
• Eminent Domain
  In today’s episode of The Vogel Lawcast, we speak with attorney Tami Norgard about the laws, rules, and regulations surrounding eminent domain, which refers to the government’s ability to seize private property for public use.
• Easement
• Land Use and Zoning
  Development and land use: We counsel clients in all aspects of land development projects and land use planning, including platting, zoning, and other government approvals and entitlements. We advise and represent clients with land use matters before regulatory, zoning, and planning boards and commissions of counties, cities and other local authorities.
• Landlord-Tenant Disputes
  Clients routinely call upon Vogel Law Firm‘s commercial litigators to prosecute and defend commercial claims and disputes related to breaches of contract; lender liability; FDCPA; ownership and shareholder disputes; commercial real estate; foreclosures of liens; mortgages and security interests; commercial landlord-tenant relations; employment agreements; environmental, water and land use rights; oil and gas industry claims; and fiduciary and trust-related claims. Our mission is to understand our clients’ legal and business needs and to provide them with the full protection of the law.
• Property Damage
  We represent clients in environmental tort litigation, including claims arising from lead paint, oil and produced water spills, mold, asbestos, chemical spills, landfills and pipeline leaks, underground and aboveground storage tanks leaks. We also assist clients seeking insurance recovery for environmental cleanup costs, property damage and bodily injury claims.

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  If you or a loved one is suffering from an injury and  have questions regarding a potential claim, you are not alone.  See our frequently asked questions below, and please don’t hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions about personal injury or your case.
• Medical Malpractice
  In today’s episode of The Vogel Lawcast, we speak with Angie Lord, who is an attorney and shareholder with Vogel Law Firm. We talk with Angie about medical malpractice lawsuits, including perspectives from both the providers and the patients.
• Auto Accidents
• Dog Bites

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  Vogel Law Firm‘s estate planning and probate attorneys provide our clients with advice and solutions to their estate planning concerns and problems. Throughout North Dakota and Minnesota, our attorneys assist clients with services ranging from the preparation of simple wills to planning and managing the administration of large, complex estates and trusts.
• Wills
  A will can help ensure that your estate assets are distributed to the named beneficiaries upon your death. Without a will, the state will handle the distribution of your assets. A trust can be used as part of an estate plan to protect assets for loved ones. We advise and represent clients in the preparation of simple wills, the establishment of trust accounts for children and matters concerning the ownership and transfer of real and personal property.
• Trusts
  We represent and advise clients involved in prosecuting and defending against will contests, trust administration and fiduciary claims, formal probate hearings and disputed estate tax matters.
• Probate
  We tailor our estate planning and probate services to your specific case, goals and needs. To learn more about how we can help you begin protecting what you have worked so hard to obtain throughout your life, call us now at Contact us today to request a consultation. Call our firm now at 800-677-5024.

Finance Law

• Bankruptcy
• Foreclosure
  Disputes and litigation, including right of way acquisition, collections and working through member bankruptcy, as well as placement and foreclosure of liens.
• Tax Law
  Charitable gifting services: Including the preparation of charitable trusts, the establishment of private charitable foundations and tax planning and advice