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John W. Lang

Messerli | Kramer • Minneapolis, MN
Commercial Real EstateCorporateMergers & AcquisitionsEstate Planning & Probate1031 Exchanges

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Contact

Email
jlang@messerlikramer.com
Phone
612-473-1240
Address
Minneapolis, MN, 55402, US

Professional

Bar Admissions
MinnesotaWisconsinU.S. Court of Appeals 8th CircuitU.S. Court of Appeals 11th CircuitU.S. District Court District of MinnesotaU.S. Bankruptcy Court MinnesotaU.S. Tax Court

About

John's passion for fishing, hunting and the outdoors has fueled his creative juices over the years. Whether it's trying to catch that ever-elusive fish or searching out solutions beyond a client's project scope, John's not afraid to explore creative ways to net success for his clients. John combines elements from his personal experiences in the outdoors with his abilities as an attorney to bring a fresh perspective to the table for his clients. Patience, creativity, and a strong ethical belief all play their part in building John's approach to serving his clients. John works with general business and corporate matters, closely-held businesses, sales and acquisitions, and complex real estate transactions, including tax-deferred exchanges, tenancy-in-common transactions, condemnations, estate and business succession planning and tax issues. John is a member of the Tenant-In-Common Association.

About Commercial Real Estate Law

Commercial real estate attorneys handle legal matters involving business properties including purchases, leases, development, and financing. Common matters include commercial purchases, lease negotiations, property development, zoning.

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Credentials

Education
University of Minnesota Law School, Minneapolis, Minnesota | J.D. | Honors: cum laude | Carlson School of Management | BSB | Major: Accounting
Certifications
Certified Public Accountant Minnesota 1982 (inactive)1982Qualified Neutral Arbitrator and Mediator2017

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent® for the Highest Level of Professional Excellence | Top Minnesota Commercial Real Estate Attorney, Minnesota Super Lawyers®
Associations
Hennepin County Bar Association (Member) | Minnesota State Bar Association, Real Property Law Section | Minnesota State Bar Association, Eminent Domain Section | Wisconsin State Bar Association (Member) | Minnesota State Bar Association, Probate and Trust Law Section
Speaking
Co-Presenter, “Nine Deadly Sins of 1031 Exchanges” – Eagle Branch of Home Federal, March 2017 | Co-Presenter, “Nine Deadly Sins of 1031 Exchanges” – Webinar, November 2016 | Co-Presenter, “Complicated 1031 Exchanges: Case Studies” – Commercial Real Estate Forum, June 2016 | Co-Presenter, “1031 Complexities (Deep in the Weeds)” – 1031 Road Show, April 2016
Updated: Mar 15, 2026