Aaron C. Abelleira

Aaron’s practice focuses primarily on Construction Law. He has been involved in the construction industry since graduating from high school. His experience includes defending contractors, subcontractors, owners, and others against construction defect claims, OSHA citations, bond and lien claims, as well as contractual-indemnification claims. He knows not only the law but also has spent 10 years in the trades as a commercial roofer. He has a passion for researching and writing about legal issues that impact contractors and he has the skills to translate his experience into insights that will help his construction clients.

Aaron attended undergrad and law school at the University of Minnesota. He is licensed in Minnesota, Iowa, and North Dakota. Aaron enjoys spending time with his wife and children. He also enjoys getting outside for a game of disc golf, playing drums in a punk rock band, and attending concerts.

Presentations

• “2024 Litigation and Coverage Trends,” Minnesota Claim Managers Association, November 2024
• "Cannabis & Construction," at American Traffic Safety Services Association's (ATSSA) Northland "How To" Conference, March 2024
• "The State of Legal Cannabis in Minnesota," AGC Minnesota Forum, March 2023
• “Mechanic's Liens: Preserving and Enforcing Your Lien Rights in Minnesota,” Minnesota Construction Law Seminar, Arthur, Chapman, Kettering, Smetak & Pikala, P.A., September 2022

Honors

• Rising Star® 2023; 2024, Thomson Reuters