Mark Andrew Severson
Severson Porter Law (Crosby Office) | Severson Porter Law (Crosslake Office) | Severson Porter Law (Brainerd Office) • Brainerd, MN
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Contact
Email
Phone
(844) 432-0862
Address
319 South Sixth Street, Brainerd, MN, 56401, US
Professional
About
Mark Andrew Severson is a distinguished attorney and an MSBA Certified Specialist in Real Property Law, a designation held by fewer than 3% of registered attorneys in Minnesota. He practices at Severson Porter Law, with offices in Crosby, Crosslake, and Brainerd, MN, focusing on Real Estate, Business, and Estate Planning. With extensive expertise in drafting a comprehensive range of business and commercial documents, Mark is well-equipped to address complex legal issues. His litigation experience includes successfully trying intricate commercial cases involving shareholder and contractual disputes, as well as a variety of real estate matters such as land use, zoning, easements, and neighbor disputes. Mark has effectively represented clients before City Councils, Town Boards, Administrative Boards, and Minnesota District Courts, and has achieved favorable outcomes in the Minnesota Appellate Court. Mark earned his Bachelor of Arts degree, graduating magna cum laude in Legal Studies and Philosophy from Franciscan University of Steubenville, Ohio, before obtaining his Juris Doctorate from the University of St. Thomas School of Law. His career includes serving as an associate at Askegaard & Robinson, P.A., a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Erik J. Askegaard, and significant courtroom experience as the Assistant Clearwater County Attorney. A native of the Brainerd Lakes Area, Mark is passionate about his community and enjoys spending time with his family, supporting Minnesota sports teams, and playing golf.
About Real Estate Law
Real estate attorneys handle legal matters involving property transactions, disputes, and development. They ensure smooth closings and protect clients' property rights. Common matters include property purchases, sales transactions, title disputes, landlord-tenant issues.
Credentials
Education
2008 University of St. Thomas School of Law - Minneapolis JD - Juris Doctor 2005 Franciscan University of Steubenville BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2022 Rising Star, SuperLawyers 2021 Rising Star, SuperLawyers 2020 Rising Star, SuperLawyers 2018 Rising Star, SuperLawyers 2016 Certified Real Property Law Specialist, Minnesota State Bar Association
Publications
2015 TS Law Blog TS Law Blog 2014 Crosby Courier Law Talk
Associations
2021 - Present Guiding Star National Project Board Member 2019 - Present Interfaith Volunteers Board Member 2019 - Present City of Crosby Planning and Zoning Board Member 2017 - Present Saint Francis of the Lakes Catholic School Board Member 2017 - Present Interfaith Volunteers Board Member
Speaking
2020 Great Outdoors: Cabin Law Real Estate Law 2019 HOW TO NAVIGATE REAL ESTATE ISSUES BETWEEN NEIGHBORS Real Estate Law 2015 Freeing Your Estate From Court Probate Law Seminar 2014 Monthly Estate Planning Clinics Estate Planning Seminar 2009 Forum on the national origin, race, and sexual orientation provisions of the Minnesota Human Rights Act Minnesota Human Rights Act
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Updated: Jun 05, 2026