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‭(612) 252-2844‬

Mark S. Landauer

Attorney, Associate
Assisted By
Sherick Francois
(612) 252-2802

SERVICES

I help businesses lay strong legal foundations, whether they’re just starting out, growing their existing business, or expanding into new markets. My work focuses on business, mergers and acquisitions, privacy, and AI governance. From structuring entities and drafting contracts to handling complex privacy and AI governance issues, I aim to make the legal and regulatory side of business more manageable, so clients can focus on what they do best.

The bulk of my practice is guiding businesses through growth: from the seeds of formation to branching out, either through mergers and acquisitions, distribution, and licensing to overall brand protection through compliance with regulatory requirements in the areas of privacy, AI, and franchising.  I help clients avoid legal pitfalls while keeping their operations running smoothly.

Before becoming an attorney, I founded and ran a commercially successful graphic design business, so I understand firsthand the challenges of building and protecting a brand. That experience shapes my approach—I look at legal issues with a business mindset, always keeping practical solutions in focus.

I stay up to date on the latest in business, privacy, and AI to provide clear, strategic advice that supports long-term success.

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EDUCATION

  • J.D., cum laude, University of St. Thomas School of Law, 2020
    • Publications Editor, University of St. Thomas Law Journal, 2019-2020
    • Associate Editor, University of St. Thomas Law Journal, 2018-2019
    • President, Student IP Law Association, 2018-2020
  • B.S., Business and B.F.A., Graphic Design, Champlain College, 2013

BAR ADMISSIONS

  • U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
  • Minnesota Federal and State Courts

CERTIFICATIONS

  • Certified AI Governance Professional, IAPP, 2025-present
  • Certified Information Privacy Manager, IAPP, 2026-present
  • Certified Information Privacy Professional/US, IAPP, 2025-present
  • Certified Franchise Executive, International Franchise Association, 2023-present

    HONORS

    • Legal Eagle, Franchise Times, 2024
    • National Champion Team, USPTO Patent Application Drafting Competition, 2020

    PROFESSIONAL

    • Young Privacy Professional, IAPP, 2025-present
    • Minnesota Intellectual Property Law Association, 2018-present
    • American Bar Association, 2017-present
    • Minnesota State Bar Association, 2017-present

    COMMUNITY

    • Mentor, University of St. Thomas School of Law, 2024 – present
    • Member, Networking Subcommittee, University of St. Thomas IP & Data Privacy Alumni Committee, 2022-present

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