Cline Jensen, PLLC. handles varying types of utility law cases in both Minnesota and North Dakota. Our attorneys are devoted and have established a remarkable rapport with our clients over the years by representing and guiding in all branches of utility law.
Experienced Attorneys Here to Help
Knowledge & Experience
• Right-of-Way Maintenance and Easements
• Employment Practices
• Bylaw Amendment
• Capital Credits
• Board Meeting Attendance and Representation
• Joint Ventures
• RUS, CFC, CoBank, and Economic Development Loans
• General Governance
• Commercial Paper
• Lending Transactions
• Collection
We help our clients navigate the various issues and challenges that are presented in the utility industry. Our clients range from gas and electric to water utilities. Our knowledgeable attorneys can assist in an assortment of areas.
Our Utility Law Services
We have a long-established history of success representing clients in all areas of utility law. As with all our clients, we take extraordinary measures to understand your specific case. Our attorneys will thoroughly explain the law and its application in your unique situation. Most importantly, we will develop a plan to help establish reasonable objectives for your case.
Right-of-Way Maintenance & Easements
There are instances when landowners are faced with removal and associated damage costs resulting from unauthorized locations of improvement on land that is subject to an easement or right-of-way. If you feel an easement or right-of-way is no longer needed, our attorneys can help you release your rights. Below are examples of easements and rights-of-way:
- Access Roads
- Utilities
- Pathways/Walkways
- Right to Park
- Right of Light and Air
- Utility Corridors
- Power Lines
- Sewer/Water Lines
- Gas/Oil Transmission Lines
Employment Practices
Our lawyers are here to provide guidance through a variety of employment-related obstacles and provide information on how to identify risks in your workplace, so you can address them before they become a problem. From harassment and discrimination to social media use and leaves of absences, our team of experts can help you manage various employment practices.
Bylaw Amendment
Many corporations have bylaws to help establish the management structure, procedures, and dispute resolution processes. Bylaws are usually viewed as an operating manual for the corporation. There are instances where bylaw amendments are necessary, but it can be a complicated process, and the Cline Jensen, PLLC. team is here to guide you.
Capital Credits
Individuals, trusts, and businesses involved in utility cooperatives gather capital credits each year that represents the member’s ownership. Margins credited to each member is based on the purchases from the previous year. Our attorneys are here to help ensure your capital credits are handled correctly in various situations, such as retirement or liquidation of assets.
Board Meeting Attendance and Representation
Our attorneys are available to attend board meetings to observe how boards conduct business, attend a board meeting with you to speak on your behalf and represent you if you’re unable to attend. For more information regarding board meeting attendance and representation, contact Cline Jensen, PLLC.
Joint Ventures
Are you a business owner interested in entering a joint venture with another company? Joint ventures occur when two companies wish to engage in a mutually profitable transaction, such as developing a new product or marketing an existing one. Our attorneys are experienced in joint ventures and will help represent, draft, and protect your company’s interests in the agreement.
RUS, CFC, CoBank, and Economic Development Loans
If you need guidance on setting up a loan to build an infrastructure or complete infrastructure improvements such as water and waste treatment, electric power, and telecommunications services, our attorneys are here to help you find the best solution for your situation.
General Governance
There are many processes and rules in place by corporate legal departments to ensure that corporations run correctly and effectively. These processes and regulations can be challenging to understand and interpret. The Cline Jensen, PLLC. team is available to answer any questions and provide guidance, so you know what is expected of your utility establishment.
Commercial Paper
If you’ve been approved for commercial paper or are interested in getting one, our attorneys can provide you with the necessary information. Commercial paper is an unsecured, short-term loan with high credit ratings that many corporations utilize for financing account payables, inventories, and other short-term liabilities.
Lending Transactions
Here at Cline Jensen, PLLC., our attorneys are aware of how difficult today’s lending standards are to navigate the commercial lending process. We are here to guide you through commercial lending complexities while identifying potential challenges and utilizing practical solutions to reach the best commercial financing option for your situation. We have helped clients with a variety of lending transactions.
Collections
Cline Jensen, PLLC. has attorneys that are experienced in debt collections and matters regarding unpaid accounts. If you’re considering taking legal action against a client for not paying, our attorneys can be more cost-effective than going through a debt collection agency. Our team is here to provide you with the tools and information you need to resolve your unpaid accounts successfully.
Satisfied Client Stories
“I have professionally teamed with attorneys for thirty years. I can tell you, by comparison, that this firm is a standout. When I refer a client, I know they will receive exceptional advice and support. They are great people.”
Contact Cline Jensen, PLLC. for a Consultation
Throughout the states of Minnesota and North Dakota, our attorneys are known for their successes within the utility law sector. Our legal team continues to follow advancements and changes within utility law, which enables Cline Jensen, PLLC. to provide you with remarkable service and guidance in every case.
We understand how complicated utility law cases can be. Here at Cline Jensen, PLLC., we prioritize getting to know our clients, their cases, and unique situations. This allows us to provide you with the most realistic solution possible. Contact our office today to request a consultation.
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