Arthur G. Boylan
Top rated Business Litigation attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Anthony Ostlund Louwagie Dressen & Boylan P.A.
Practice areas: Business Litigation
Licensed in Minnesota since: 2004
Education: William Mitchell College of Law
Anthony Ostlund Louwagie Dressen & Boylan P.A.
60 South 6th StSuite 3900
Minneapolis, MN 55402 Phone: 612-349-6969 Email: Arthur G. Boylan Visit website
Art Boylan is a seasoned lead trial lawyer and skilled commercial litigation strategist. Shareholders, business owners and in-house counsel turn to Art when faced with difficult, high-stakes cases that put themselves or their businesses at risk. Colleagues and opposing counsel alike know that Art will not back away from the challenge of complex cases and is relentless in the pursuit of his clients’ best interests.
A trusted business advisor and trial advocate, Art represents plaintiffs and defendants in a wide variety of business litigation matters - including claims for breach of contract, fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, and partnership and shareholder disputes. Regardless of the forum or the nature of the claim, Art has a reputation as a go-to lawyer for difficult cases.
“[Art’s] cool, calm demeanor helped us keep focus and maintain a positive attitude throughout the duration of our two years of litigation.... Because of our positive outcome, our business has flourished and we now have over 500 full time employees.”
Jeff Evrard, client - CEO, Summit Companies
"Art always has our interest and our goal as his primary concern and never loses that vision. But more importantly, Art makes sure we don’t lose that vision. He is detail orientated and always on top of the issues at hand and prepared for what is three steps ahead us.
Most of all, Art always has time for us... I am not sure he has any other clients. In the end, Art has been invaluable and instrumental in protecting my family and our future goals. He’s making the law work for me.”
Brian E. Allen, client
First Admitted: 2004, Minnesota
Professional Webpage: https://anthonyostlund.com/attorney/arthur-g-boylan/
Bar / Professional Activity
- Federal Practice Committee for the U.S. District Court in Minnesota, Member, 2015
- Federal Bar Association, Co-Treasurer, 2013 - 2014
- Federal Bar Association, Vice President, Special Events, 2012 - 2013
- Federal Bar Association, Vice President, Membership, 2011 - 2012
- Federal Bar Association, Vice President, Legal Education 2010 - 2011
- Federal Bar Association, Vice President, Monthly Meetings, 2008 - 2010
- Minnesota State Bar Association, Task Force on Diversity in Profession, 2005 - 2006
- Minnesota State Bar Association, Civil Litigation Section Governing Council, Liaison, 2005 - 2006
- Benedictine Bar Association, Co-founder
- William Mitchell Law Review, Editor, 2003 - 2004
- U.S. Eastern District of Wisconsin
Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)
- Defended international importer and distributor in a multi-party breach of contract and business tort case. At a pre-trial mediation, a settlement was reached and Art's client walked away for nothing.
- Defended international technology company on alleged breach of contract. After close to two years of litigation and on the eve of trial, Plaintiff agreed to dismiss the remainder of its claims, which were valued at more than $2 million.
- Defended Texas corporation in Federal Court in lawsuit alleging breach of contract and fraud. Obtained dismissal of lawsuit.
- Defended international manufacturer and importer in Federal Court in lawsuit alleging contract claims and violations of Minnesota statutes. After filing motion to dismiss, negotiated settlement for less than 7 percent of Plaintiff's original demand.
- Defended large financial institution in numerous class action lawsuits alleging violations of the state consumer protection statutes, unfair competition laws, deceptive trade practices and fraud.
- Defended nationwide class action alleging violations of the federal statutes. Obtained dismissal of lawsuit.
- Defended class action against student loan originator based on alleged breach of contract and violations of state consumer protection statutes. Before any discovery occurred, negotiated a favorable settlement for client.
Pro bono / Community Service
- William Mitchell Alumni Golf Tournament, Co-Chair, 2008 - 2013
Educational Background
- J.D., magna cum laude, William Mitchell College of Law
- B.A., Saint John's University
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- Assignment for the Benefit of Creditors: An Award-Winning Strategy, Minnesota Lawyer & Finance & Commerce – Partner Content, 2021
- Generational Friction and Business Disputes, Minnesota Lawyer & Finance & Commerce – Partner Content, 2021
- Assignment for the Benefit of Creditors: An Award-Winning Strategy, Minnesota Lawyer & Finance & Commerce – Partner Content, 2021
- How to Deal with Discovery Bullies, Minnesota Continuing Legal Education, 2019
- Certain Things in Business Litigation Will Never Change, Minnesota Lawyer - Partner Content, January 2019, 2019
- Apparently, You Should Say What You Mean, Attorney At Law Magazine, Minnesota Edition, 2018
- Will Disproportionate Forfeiture Lead to More Trials?, Minnesota Lawyer - Partner Content, 2018
- Dismissal Based on a Special Litigation Committee Report - The District Court's Discretion, Attorney At Law magazine, Minnesota Edition, 2017
- When Stealing Is Not Considered Theft, Minnesota Lawyer - Partner Content, 2017
- Better Discovery, Minnesota Continuing Legal Education Presenter, 2016
- Stop That Wrecking Ball - Requests For Emergency Injunction Relief, Attorney At Law Magazine, Twin Cities Edition, 2015
- Chapter Co-Author, Class Actions, Minnesota Business Torts Deskbook, 2013
- The Subprime Mortgage Market: Its Broad Impact and the Initial Hurdle for Securities Class Actions, he Federal Lawyer, 2008
- Losing Clarity in Loss of Access Cases: The Minnesota Supreme Court's Muddled Analysis in Dale Properties, LLC v. State, 29 William Mitchell Law Review 695, 2002
- Business Torts Deskbook: Class Actions in Minnesota, Minnesota CLE, co-presenter, 2013
- The Mortgage Meltdown & Class Actions, District of Minnesota Federal Practice Seminar, panel moderator, 2008
- Standards Developing in Electronic Discovery, District of Minnesota Federal Practice Seminar, panel moderator, 2007
- Electronic Discovery, Presentation to clients, 2006
Honors
- Minnesota Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers 2013-2024
- Minnesota Rising Stars, Super Lawyers, 2012
- Star Lawyer, Benchmark Litigation
- Up & Coming Attorney, Minnesota Lawyer, 2008
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2013 - 2026
- Rising Stars: 2012