PRACTICE AREAS

Practice Areas

At Severson Porter Law, we focus our practice on the areas of law that most directly impact our clients’ property, livelihoods, and families. Our foundation is in real estate law, but each attorney contributes complementary strengths that allow us to deliver full-spectrum legal representation across multiple disciplines.

Real Estate Law


From lake lots to commercial developments, we handle every facet of Minnesota real estate. Our services include purchases and sales, boundary and easement disputes, zoning and land use, development projects, riparian rights, litigation, construction issues.

As Board Certified Specialists in Real Property Law, Mark Severson and Kurt Porter bring unmatched expertise and practical insight to each matter.

Business Law


We provide clear, strategic counsel to business owners and entrepreneurs—covering entity formation, contracts, transactions, leases, and dispute resolution.


Whether negotiating a deal or litigating a complex commercial matter, we help clients protect their interests and achieve favorable results efficiently.

Estate Planning & Probate

We help families plan wisely and transition smoothly. Our attorneys prepare wills, trusts, transfer-on-death deeds, and succession plans, and guide clients through probate and trust administration with compassion and precision.

Our goal: protect your assets, minimize uncertainty, and honor your intentions.

Family Law

Attorney Ashley K. Martineau provides experienced and empathetic representation in divorce, custody, parenting time, child support, and related matters. She helps clients find stability, resolution, and practical solutions during challenging times..

Construction Law

We advise property owners, contractors, and developers on contracts, project disputes, liens, defects, and construction claims.  Our experience in both real estate and business law gives clients a distinct advantage in construction-related matters.

Civil Litigation

Our litigators handle a wide range of civil disputes, including contract, property, business, and real estate litigation.  We combine deep subject-matter knowledge with practical courtroom experience to advance client interests, manage risk, and achieve fair outcomes—whether through negotiation, motion practice, or trial.

Mediation 

When parties seek to resolve disputes without the expense or strain of litigation, our attorneys serve as neutral mediators who emphasize clarity, balance, and resolution.  Drawing on decades of litigation and transactional experience, we help opposing sides find common ground and craft lasting solutions.

Trusted Counsel for the Brainerd Lakes Area and Beyond

At Severson Porter Law, our attorneys share a commitment to integrity, clarity, and community. We provide trusted legal counsel to individuals, families, and businesses throughout the Brainerd Lakes Area and Greater Minnesota.

Contact Us

To discuss your case or explore your legal options, contact Severson Porter Law at (218) 454-4705. 

We represent clients throughout the Brainerd Lakes Area, Crow Wing County, Cass County, and Greater Minnesota.