Sequoia L. Rutan - Minneapolis, MN
Attorney at Madigan, Dahl & Harlan, P.A.
Business & Corporate Law Lawyers in Minneapolis, MN
33 S. 6th Street Suite 3675 Minneapolis, MN 55402
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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5
Years
Experience
Minneapolis Business & Corporate Law Lawyer
Updated: 03/23/2026
Areas of Practice
- Business & Corporate Law
- Business Litigation
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Real Estate
Attorney Information
Overview
Sequoia L. Rutan is an associate attorney with a practice in business formation, real estate, mergers and acquisitions, and commercial and business litigation.
Sequoia is committed to delivering exceptional client service by developing strategic solutions that provide substantial value and advance client goals. She works to gain a deep understanding of a client’s goals, business, and values to deliver the best possible outcome. Leveraging her strong organization skills and analytical mindset, Sequoia advises clients on complex legal matters, such as governance structure, litigation strategy, commercial transactions, and general contract matters. Sequoia’s ultimate goal is to ensure that clients feel a sense of satisfaction and success from working together.
After receiving her undergraduate degree in Political Science and International Studies from Macalester College, Sequoia received her J.D. from the University of Wisconsin Law School, where she served as the Senior Managing Editor of the Wisconsin International Law Journal. After law school, Sequoia served as a law clerk for the Honorable Sara R. Grewing in the Second Judicial District of Minnesota.
Sequoia and her husband live in Saint Paul, MN. A native New Yorker, Sequoia enjoys spending her free time searching for the perfect bagel. She also enjoys trying new bakeries, baking, and reading.
Awards and Honors
Other Sources of Feedback About Sequoia L. Rutan
Included on the 2026 Minnesota Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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University of Wisconsin Law School,
Madison,
Wisconsin, 2021
J.D.
Law Journal: Wisconsin International Law Journal, Senior Managing Editor
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University of Wisconsin Law School,
Madison,
Wisconsin, 2021
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Non Legal Education
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Macalester College,
Saint Paul,
Minnesota, 2017
B.A.
Major: Political Science and International Studies
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Macalester College,
Saint Paul,
Minnesota, 2017
Current Employment Position(s)
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Associate Attorney
Published Works
Articles
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Note, ‘I Am the River, The River Is Me:’ How Environmental Personhood Can Protect Tribal Food Systems, 38 WIS. INT’L L. J. 79 (2021).
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Scott L. Emery & Sequoia L. Butler, Don’t Wait Until The Holidays to Unwrap: Corporate Transparency Act Reporting Begins January 1, 2024, Henson Efron (Nov. 28, 2023), https://hensonefron.com/dont-wait-until-the-holidays-to-unwrap/.
Bar Admissions
- Minnesota, 2021
- Wisconsin, 2021
- U.S. District Court District of Minnesota, 2022
Other Affiliations
- American Bar Association, Member
- Hennepin County Bar Association, Member
- Ramsey County Bar Association, Member
- Minnesota State Bar Association, Member
- Wisconsin State Bar Association, Member
Contact
33 S. 6th Street
Suite 3675
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Phone: 612-604-2000
Fax: 612-604-2599
Email: Send a message
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