A Full-Service Law Firm.

Your Bridge to Success Begins South of the River: Strategic Legal Services Right Where You Need Them.

Celebrating 40 years, we have 15 attorneys South of the River who provide strategic legal services in Apple Valley for businesses, individuals, families, and municipalities throughout the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota.

Dougherty, Molenda, Solfest, Hills & Bauer P.A. is a full-service law firm located in Apple Valley, Minnesota. Since 1986, our attorneys have provided practical, responsive, and strategic legal representation to clients throughout Dakota County, the South Metro, the Twin Cities, and greater Minnesota.

Our lawyers help clients navigate legal disputes, business decisions, personal matters, family transitions, estate planning, real estate issues, municipal matters, and complex litigation. We work closely with each client to understand their goals, explain their legal options, and develop a course of action tailored to the matter.

Our approach is personal, collaborative, and client-focused. Attorneys and staff work in teams scaled to the size and complexity of each case, using technology, Westlaw AI, experience, and practical judgment to deliver cost-effective legal services. Many of our attorneys have been recognized by Minnesota Super Lawyers and Rising Stars, reflecting our commitment to professional excellence and client service.

Tested in Trial. Trusted in Crisis.

For nearly 40 years, Dougherty, Molenda, Solfest, Hills & Bauer P.A. has represented businesses, individuals, families, and local governments in matters ranging from everyday legal needs to high-stakes litigation. Our attorneys handle cases involving business law, civil litigation, employment law, family law, estate planning, probate, real estate law, personal injury, municipal law, criminal prosecution, and appeals.

We are based in Apple Valley, but our work extends across Minnesota and beyond. Whether a client needs courtroom advocacy, risk management, transaction support, dispute resolution, or long-term legal guidance, our firm has the experience and resources to help. We’re large enough to serve you, and small enough to know you.

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To speak with one of our attorneys or schedule a consultation, please call952-432-3136 or contact us online.

Strategic legal services in Apple Valley, Minnesota, for businesses, individuals, families, and municipalities throughout the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota.

Dougherty, Molenda, Solfest, Hills & Bauer P.A. is a full-service law firm located in Apple Valley, Minnesota. Since 1986, our attorneys have provided practical, responsive, and strategic legal representation to clients throughout Dakota County, the South Metro, the Twin Cities, and greater Minnesota.

Our lawyers help clients navigate legal disputes, business decisions, personal matters, family transitions, estate planning, real estate issues, municipal matters, and complex litigation. We work closely with each client to understand their goals, explain their legal options, and develop a course of action tailored to the matter.

Our approach is personal, collaborative, and efficient. Attorneys and staff work in teams scaled to the size and complexity of each case, using technology, experience, and practical judgment to deliver effective legal services. Many of our attorneys have been recognized by Minnesota Super Lawyers and Rising Stars, reflecting our commitment to professional excellence and client service.

Tested in Trial. Trusted in Crisis.

For nearly 40 years, Dougherty, Molenda, Solfest, Hills & Bauer P.A. has represented businesses, individuals, families, and local governments in matters ranging from everyday legal needs to high-stakes disputes. Our attorneys handle cases involving business law, civil litigation, employment law, family law, estate planning, probate, real estate law, personal injury, municipal law, criminal prosecution, and appeals.

We are based in Apple Valley, but our work extends across Minnesota and beyond. Whether a client needs courtroom advocacy, risk management, transaction support, dispute resolution, or long-term legal guidance, our firm has the experience and resources to help.

Learn More

To speak with one of our attorneys or schedule a consultation, please call