Laura Helgeson

Laura Helgeson is an associate attorney in Vogel Law Firm’s Fargo office and a member of the firm’s Business Practice Group. She works with business owners, entrepreneurs, financial institutions, and public entities on a variety of business and transactional matters, including commercial real estate transactions, business formation and governance, contract drafting and negotiation, cooperative law, and business succession planning. 

Laura takes a practical, thoughtful approach to her practice, recognizing that every legal matter is connected to the day-to-day realities of running a business. She enjoys getting to know her clients, understanding how their businesses operate, and learning what they hope to accomplish. Whether helping a business navigate a transaction, working through a contract, or addressing a governance issue, Laura focuses on finding practical solutions that allow her clients to make informed decisions and move forward with confidence. In addition to her transactional practice, Laura provides litigation support to attorneys throughout the firm, assisting with a range of matters involving commercial disputes, contract issues, construction claims, and other business-related litigation. 

Before pursuing a career in law, Laura spent eight years working in the mortgage industry. That experience gave her valuable insight into financial services, real estate transactions, and the importance of building strong client relationships. Laura earned her Juris Doctor from the University of North Dakota School of Law. During law school, she served as a Teaching Assistant for first year Lawyering Skills courses, was an Associate Editor of the North Dakota Law Review, and completed a judicial externship with the Honorable Alice Senechal of the U.S. District Court for the District of North Dakota. Laura earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Minnesota State University Moorhead. 

A North Dakota native, Laura grew up in Walhalla and now calls Fargo home, where she lives with her family. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, working out, spending time outdoors, and supporting her daughter in her many activities. She also enjoys making time for family and friends and spending time at the lake. 

ADMITTED TO PRACTICE //  

• North Dakota 
• Minnesota 
• U.S. District Courts – North Dakota and Minnesota 
• U.S. Bankruptcy Courts – North Dakota and Minnesota 

MEMBERSHIPS //  

• State Bar Association of North Dakota 
• Minnesota State Bar Association 
• Cass County Bar Association 
• Ronald N. Davies Inn of Court 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE //  

• University of North Dakota School of Law, magna cum laude – Order of the Coif and North Dakota Law Review 
• Minnesota State University Moorhead, summa cum laude 
• Judicial Extern to the Honorable Alice Senechal of the U.S. District Court for the District of North Dakota