Mollie Buelow

Mollie Buelow is a civil litigator who represents corporate clients, insurers, and individuals in complex, high-exposure disputes in both state and federal court. She is known for translating technically complex issues into clear, persuasive arguments and for maintaining a practical, business-oriented focus while preparing every case with trial readiness in mind.

Her practice began on the defense side, where she developed a disciplined and strategic approach to litigation. She now represents clients on both the defense and plaintiff side, bringing a balanced, full-spectrum perspective to case evaluation and strategy.

Ms. Buelow has represented clients through every stage of litigation, from performing pre-suit evaluations to resolution. She has experience developing and executing discovery strategies and positioning cases for favorable outcomes.

Her experience spans a broad range of matters, including commercial disputes, construction defect claims, professional liability, product liability, fraud and negligent misrepresentation claims, and civil rights claims brought under 42 U.S.C. § 1983.

She earned her undergraduate degree and Juris Doctor from University of St. Thomas.

Education

• Saint Thomas Law School, Dean’s List (2022)
• University of Saint Thomas, B.A in Criminal Justice with a minor in Family Studies; Criminal Justice Honor Society (2019)

Representative Matters

Jacob Pries v. Whitewater Dairy, LLC, et al. (85-CV-22-937). Secured summary judgment on behalf of a commercial property owner in a premises liability action. (Prior to joining Robins Kaplan LLP)

Michael John Bacon v. Carlton County (09-CO-23-233). Successfully argued for summary judgment dismissal of Carlton County regarding the discretionary actions of a sheriff. (Prior to joining Robins Kaplan LLP)

Rebecca James Sigin v. Speedway LLC, Burnsville Police Department (BPD)(19HA-CV-24-4637). Successfully argued for summary judgment dismissal of Burnsville regarding an arrest at Speedway. (Prior to joining Robins Kaplan LLP)

Civic

• YMCA Youth in Government Judicial Competition Judge (2025 – Present)

Professional

• Hennepin County Bar Association
• Minnesota Women Lawyers
• Twin Cities Cardozo Legal Association

Articles

• “Supreme Court Will Hear Case on Nursing Homes & Federal Funding,” Minnesota Defense (Winter 2023)