Witz Law Firm P.A.
DBA Witz Law

Rochester, Minnesota | Licensed in Minnesota, Florida, and Michigan

Allan Witz is an attorney based in Rochester, Minnesota, with a career spanning over 38 years. His professional journey is marked by a dedication to excellence in business law, estate planning, and immigration law. He is licensed to practice in Minnesota, Florida, and Michigan.

Early Life and Education:

Allan earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Cape Town and his Bachelor of Laws from Rhodes University. He further pursued advanced legal studies at the University of Cape Town, earning a Master of Laws in Commercial Law with a focus on Company Law and Income Tax. Allan continued his education in the United States at Hamline University School of Law, where he completed a Master of Laws for International Lawyers with a GPA of 4.00 and a Juris Doctor, graduating Magna Cum Laude with a class rank of 7th out of 197.

Professional Career:

Allan’s legal career began in South Africa, where he practiced from 1986 until 2001, when he immigrated to the US. Allan’s law practice includes business law, estate planning, and immigration law. He has experience in navigating complex domestic and international business transactions and has provided strategic guidance on intricate legal matters. 

Contributions and Achievements:

In 2016, Allan was appointed to the Lawyers Professional Responsibility Board by the Minnesota Supreme Court. He served until January 2023, when he received an award from the Justices of the Minnesota Supreme Court for his professionalism, dedication, and service to the citizens of the State of Minnesota.

He holds a Certificate in Dispute Resolution from Hamline Law School’s Dispute Resolution Institute and received a CALI Award for Excellence in Dispute Resolution. He was an Early Neutral Evaluator (SENE/FENE) and a qualified neutral under Rule 114 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice. Additionally, Allan has served as an arbitrator for the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA).

Leadership and Community Engagement:

Allan’s commitment to community service is evident through his leadership roles. He has been the President of Mediation & Conflict Solutions, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing mediation services. Other past leadership roles include Chair of the Rochester Police Policy Oversight Commission and Vice-Chair of the Olmsted County Human Rights Commission. Allan has also served as President of both the Third District Bar Association and the Olmsted County Bar Association. His previous experience includes the Minnesota State Bar Assembly and various committees focused on ethics, alternative dispute resolution, and fee dispute resolution.

Teaching and Public Speaking:

An advocate for education and knowledge sharing, Allan has taught law, business, and ethics as an adjunct instructor in the United States and has conducted workshops internationally. He has presented on international business and international business law in China, Vietnam, and Mexico. Allan has also been a guest speaker and moderator at the University of Minnesota Rochester UMR Connects lecture series and other public forums, addressing significant issues such as voter ID amendments and police policy.

Personal Experience:

As an immigrant to the USA, Allan has firsthand experience of the challenges and opportunities of the immigration process. He is committed to legal excellence, community service, and dedication to his clients.