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- University of Minnesota Law School, J.D., magna cum laude, 2014
- Saint John’s University, B.A., 2008
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- State of Minnesota
- U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
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- Minnesota State Bar Association
- Hennepin County Bar Association
- Federal Bar Association
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- Honoree, Minnesota Rising Stars, 2023-2024
- Business Litigation
- Top Lawyers in Minnesota, Minnesota Monthly, 2022-2024
- Commercial Litigation
- Corporate Law
- Honoree, Minnesota Rising Stars, 2023-2024
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While the Minnesota winters can be tough on the soul, nothing beats the summer in Minnesota. I take advantage of every minute of daylight by golfing at the many courses in the state, wake surfing on Big Fish lake and running along the Mississippi river. I also enjoy yoga and yearly ski trips to Colorado and Whistler.
I like reading non-fiction books, especially biographies and books that involve economics and business. For news, I start each day off by reading The Atlantic and Washington Post.
John Sullivan is a member of the firm’s Business Litigation practice group. He represents entrepreneurs, closely held businesses, and corporations in complex commercial disputes, often where the stakes are both personal and financial.
John brings an entrepreneurial mindset to every engagement and is known for his practical, results-driven approach to litigation. He is drawn to cases where the outcome truly matters to the people behind the business, and he understands that litigation is rarely just about money; it is about reputation, relationships, and a company’s future. Having worked with founders, executives, and investors on both sides of disputes, John approaches each matter with focus and urgency, aiming to deliver solutions that make sense in the real world, not just on paper.
John regularly handles shareholder and partnership disputes, breach of fiduciary duty claims, securities fraud, complex employment matters, and contract disputes. He approaches every matter with a trial lawyer’s mindset, building the factual record from the beginning in a way that tells a clear and persuasive story. John has successfully tried multiple cases to verdict, giving him a perspective that shapes every stage of his litigation strategy. His jury trial experience allows him to cut through complexity, focus on what truly matters, and present cases in a way that resonates with jurors.
John earned his law degree from the University of Minnesota Law School, where he served on the Constitutional Commentary Law Journal and as a Judicial Extern to the Honorable Patrick J. Schiltz of the United States District Court for the District of Minnesota. Before becoming a lawyer, John worked in professional sports for the Minnesota Twins and the Washington Nationals, an experience that sharpened his appreciation for teamwork, preparation, and performing under pressure.