Arthur G. Boylan

Top rated Business Litigation attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Anthony Ostlund Louwagie Dressen & Boylan P.A.
Arthur G. Boylan
Anthony Ostlund Louwagie Dressen & Boylan P.A.

Practice areas: Business Litigation

Licensed in Minnesota since: 2004

Education: William Mitchell College of Law

Selected to Super Lawyers: 2013 - 2026 Selected to Rising Stars: 2012

Anthony Ostlund Louwagie Dressen & Boylan P.A.

60 South 6th St
Suite 3900
Minneapolis, MN 55402 Phone: 612-349-6969 Email: Arthur G. Boylan Visit website
Details

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

Honors

  • Minnesota Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers 2013-2024
  • Minnesota Rising Stars, Super Lawyers, 2012
  • Star Lawyer, Benchmark Litigation
  • Up & Coming Attorney, Minnesota Lawyer, 2008

Office location for Arthur G. Boylan

60 South 6th St
Suite 3900
Minneapolis, MN 55402

Selections

14 Years Super Lawyers
1 Year Rising Stars
  • Super Lawyers: 2013 - 2026
  • Rising Stars: 2012

Top Lists

Top 100: Minnesota Super Lawyers: 2025 - 2026

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