Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in St. Paul, MN
Founded in 1987, McClay & Alton has established itself as a trusted legal partner in St. Paul's Grand Avenue Business District. Our A-V Preeminent-rated firm combines decades of legal expertise with a client-centered approach, serving businesses and individuals across Minnesota and Wisconsin. We specialize in litigation, business law, real estate, and estate planning, prioritizing practical solutions aligned with client objectives. Our attorneys bring extensive courtroom experience and a deep understanding of commercial dynamics to every case. With active involvement in local business associations and civic organizations, we maintain strong community ties while delivering high-quality legal services.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in peer recognition and long-standing client relationships. We approach legal challenges with strategic foresight, balancing aggressive representation with cost-effective resolutions. Our practice areas intersect to provide comprehensive support for clients' personal and business needs. Through continuous engagement with evolving legal landscapes, we ensure our advice remains current and actionable. This dedication to professional excellence and client satisfaction defines our approach to every matter.
Services
Litigation
Business Law
Real Estate Law
Estate Planning
Wills & Trusts
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of combined legal experience in multiple practice areas
- Our attorneys combine business expertise with courtroom proficiency
- We prioritize practical solutions aligned with client business objectives
- We maintain A-V Preeminent peer recognition for professional excellence
- We provide tailored legal strategies for complex commercial challenges
Associations and certifications
- A-V Preeminent
Services
Litigation
Our litigation practice handles commercial disputes in Minnesota and Wisconsin courts. We combine courtroom experience with strategic business insight to resolve cases efficiently. Clients benefit from our track record in state and federal courts, including appellate representation and complex commercial litigation matters.
Business Law
We provide comprehensive business law services covering entity formation, contracts, and commercial transactions. Our approach combines legal expertise with practical business understanding to support company growth and risk management across various industries.
Real Estate Law
Our real estate practice handles residential and commercial transactions, zoning issues, and land use development. We assist clients with purchase agreements, leasing, and real estate litigation, offering expertise in Minnesota's property laws and regulations.
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans to protect assets and ensure smooth succession. Services include wills, trusts, healthcare directives, and probate guidance, helping families and business owners minimize tax burdens and administrative challenges.
Wills & Trusts
Our wills and trusts practice focuses on creating enforceable estate plans that reflect client wishes. We help clients establish living trusts, testamentary documents, and incapacity planning tools to ensure proper asset distribution and family protection.
People
Robert M. McClay
Partner
Partner Robert M. McClay has practiced law since 1977, with experience in civil litigation and commercial matters. He is admitted to multiple federal courts and the U.S. Supreme Court, focusing on business disputes and corporate representation.
Brian D. Alton
Partner
Partner Brian D. Alton brings 30+ years of experience in land use, real estate, and estate planning. He serves on local government commissions and civic organizations, combining legal expertise with community engagement in St. Paul.
Questions
What legal services do you offer?
We specialize in litigation, business law, real estate law, and estate planning services for individuals and businesses in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
How do you handle litigation cases?
We focus on efficient resolution through settlement negotiations when appropriate, while maintaining strong courtroom representation capabilities for complex disputes in state and federal courts.
What areas do you serve?
Our primary service areas include the Twin Cities metropolitan area, throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin state jurisdictions.
