Minneapolis, Minnesota
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Education:
- Valparaiso University School of Law, J.D., 1993
- Executive Editor of Publication, Valparaiso University Law Review
- Wabash College, B.A., 1988
Admissions:
- Minnesota Supreme Court
- U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Scott Lucas focuses his practice on real estate law, encompassing both transactional matters and litigation. He represents clients in real property sales and leases, Torrens proceedings, land use disputes, eminent domain proceedings, and title litigation. Scott also handles breach-of-contract actions, and advises clients on the formation and governance of business entities.
Scott regularly assists corporations, limited liability companies, property owners, developers, and businesses in navigating complex real estate and land use issues. He is certified by the Minnesota State Bar Association as a Real Property Specialist and is known for his practical, solutions-oriented approach to resolving property disputes and structuring transactions efficiently.
In addition to his client work, Scott is an active leader in Minnesota’s real estate bar. He serves on multiple Minnesota State Bar Association real property committees and is a frequent speaker and author on real property law topics, including commercial transactions, boundary disputes, and access issues.
Affiliations
- Minnesota State Bar Association
- Real Property Council
- Real Property Legislative Committee
- Land Records Modernization Committee
- Dakota County Bar Association
- Hennepin County Bar Association
- Ramsey County Bar Association
Articles & Presentations
- Co-Editor, The Minnesota Real Estate Titles Deskbook, Minnesota CLE (2018, 2025)
- Author and presenter on real estate and land use topics for Minnesota CLE, the Real Estate Institute, and the Minnesota Society of Professional Surveyors
- Frequent speaker on real estate transactions, boundary disputes, easements, Torrens law, and other real property issues.
Awards & Recognitions
- Certified Real Property Specialist, Minnesota State Bar Association
- Minnesota Super Lawyers – Real Estate (2020–2022)
Experience
- Real estate transactions, including commercial and residential purchases, sales, and leasing
- Eminent domain and condemnation matters
- Torrens proceedings, title litigation, and boundary disputes
- Land use and zoning matters
- Breach of contract litigation, including commission disputes and non-compete agreements
- Business entity formation and governance for corporations and limited liability companies