Kevin P. Hickey

Kevin P. Hickey: Trial Lawyer & Legal Counsel in Minneapolis

Kevin P. Hickey is a highly respected and experienced trial lawyer dedicated to providing strategic and effective legal representation to businesses and individuals facing complex commercial disputes. With over 25 years of experience handling state and federal court matters, including arbitration proceedings, Mr. Hickey brings a proven track record of success across a wide range of legal disciplines. He’s a leading voice in Minnesota litigation, frequently appearing before the Minnesota Supreme Court and Minnesota Court of Appeals, and serves as counsel to clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to individual stakeholders.

Mr. Hickey specializes in resolving disputes involving intellectual property rights, unfair competition, shareholder litigation, and class action lawsuits. His deep understanding of the legal landscape, combined with his aggressive advocacy style, ensures his clients receive the strongest possible defense or the most favorable outcome. He is deeply committed to meticulously preparing each case, leveraging his extensive knowledge to achieve demonstrable results.

Recognized as a leader in his field, Mr. Hickey currently serves as Chair of the Bassford Remele Intellectual Property Litigation Practice Group and also functions as the firm’s General Counsel. This dual role positions him at the forefront of innovative legal strategies and offers unparalleled expertise to his clients. He consistently seeks to proactively mitigate risk and protect his clients' interests.

Throughout his career, Mr. Hickey has handled numerous landmark cases, demonstrating his exceptional courtroom skills and strategic acumen. Notably, he has successfully represented an international medical device company in a series of complex unfair competition cases, defended a lawyer’s first amendment rights in a groundbreaking legal malpractice case—a testament to his commitment to protecting individual liberties—and secured favorable outcomes in multiple nationwide class action cases involving hundreds of thousands of claimants. These accomplishments highlight his ability to navigate intricate legal challenges and achieve superior results for his clients.

Mr. Hickey's legal expertise extends to various practice areas, providing comprehensive legal support to his clients:

Practice Areas:

• Commercial Litigation: Mr. Hickey possesses extensive experience in navigating the complexities of commercial disputes, including breach of contract, fraud, and business torts.
• Ethics and Professional Responsibility Law: He offers specialized counsel to lawyers and law firms facing ethical challenges and professional liability claims.
• Insurance Law: Mr. Hickey advises clients on insurance coverage disputes, claims, and litigation.
• Litigation - Intellectual Property: He is a leading expert in intellectual property disputes, including trademark, copyright, and trade secret litigation.
• Legal Malpractice Law – Defendants: Providing robust defense in legal malpractice claims against attorneys and law firms.
• Technology Law: Specializing in disputes related to technology, software, and digital assets.
• Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law: Expertise in claims and disputes under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act.
• Health Care Law: Representing clients within the healthcare industry, navigating complex regulations and disputes.

Awards & Recognition:

Mr. Hickey’s expertise and dedication have been consistently recognized by leading legal organizations:

• Recognized: Commercial Litigation
• Recognized: Ethics and Professional Responsibility Law
• Recognized: Insurance Law
• Recognized: Litigation - Intellectual Property
• Practice Area: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
• Practice Area: Health Care Law
• Practice Area: Legal Malpractice Law – Defendants
• Practice Area: Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants
• Practice Area: Professional Malpractice Law – Defendants
• Practice Area: Technology Law
• Special Focus: Subrogation

Affiliations & Credentials:

Mr. Hickey’s commitment to the legal profession is demonstrated through his various affiliations and accolades:

• Recognized Since: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2014
• City: Minneapolis
• State: Minnesota
• Country: United States

Education: Mr. Hickey’s legal education and credentials reflect his deep commitment to the practice of law. He is a seasoned legal professional consistently driven to deliver exceptional results for his clients.