Introduction
Chris Dolan is Chair of Fredrikson & Byron’s Real Estate Law Group. As a shareholder, his practice focuses on the acquisition, development, construction, leasing, and financing of commercial property. Chris also assists clients with loan workouts, foreclosures, and environmental compliance. He regularly represents developers in the acquisition and leasing of retail developments. This work includes retail centers anchored by Target Corporation. Chris also has substantial experience in drafting and negotiating retail leases for national restaurant and grocery operators. He is a frequent lecturer at real estate seminars.
Education
- University of Minnesota Law School, J.D., 1989, cum laude
- University of St. Thomas, B.A., Economics/Business Administration, 1986, summa cum laude
Bar Admissions
- Minnesota, 1989
Practice Areas
Selected Publications & Presentations
- “Legal Strategies and Consideration for Healthcare Facilities,” Minnesota Healthcare & Medical Properties Conference, March 31, 2009
- “Supreme Court Ruling Increases Costs and Complexity of Redevelopment,” Fredrikson & Byron’s Real Estate Focus Newsletter, August 2006
- “Minnesota Court of Appeals Provides Home Owners With Extended Warranty - For Free,” Fredrikson & Byron’s Real Estate Focus Newsletter, May 2003
Professional Activities
- Minnesota State Bar Association
- Hennepin County Bar Association, Real Property Section
- Minnesota Shopping Center Association
- International Council of Shopping Centers
- Member, City of Mendota Heights Planning Commission, 2000 to present; Chair, City of Mendota Heights Planning Commission, 2007 to present
- Frequent Speaker, Continuing Legal Education Seminars
Honors & Distinctions
- Super Lawyer - Minnesota Law and Politics, Twin Cities Business Monthly, Minneapolis/St. Paul Magazine
- Real Property Law Specialist, certified by the Real Property Section of the Minnesota State Bar Association
