Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Surety Bonds and Commercial Insurance Solutions in Minneapolis
The Patrick J Thomas Agency has served as a trusted leader in surety bonds and commercial insurance since 1961. As a fourth-generation family business, we combine over 50 years of industry expertise with a commitment to personalized service. Our team specializes in crafting tailored solutions for clients across Minnesota and multiple states, leveraging long-standing relationships with top-tier sureties and insurers. With in-house authority and streamlined processes, we deliver fast, efficient service while maintaining a focus on quality over quick fixes. Our deep understanding of court bonds, fiduciary obligations, and commercial risk management positions us to address complex client needs.Backed by decades of experience, we prioritize transparency, reliability, and client education to ensure informed decision-making. Our staff includes seasoned professionals recognized for their technical knowledge and dedication to client satisfaction. From construction surety bonds to professional liability coverage, we provide comprehensive protection aligned with industry standards. Our legacy of trust and operational excellence continues to distinguish us in the insurance marketplace.
Services
Surety Bonds
Commercial Insurance
Fiduciary Bonds
Court Bonds
Professional Liability Insurance
Appeal Bonds
Probate Bonds
Construction Surety Bonds
License Bonds
Cyber Liability Insurance
Details
- Year established: 1961
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of specialized expertise in surety bonds and commercial insurance.
- Our fourth-generation family business maintains exclusive relationships with top-tier sureties.
- We provide in-house underwriting authority for faster bond approvals.
- Our team includes certified professionals with deep court bond experience.
- We deliver personalized service with a focus on long-term client relationships.
Services
Surety Bonds
Surety bonds guarantee contractual obligations between principals, obligees, and sureties. We specialize in court bonds, fiduciary bonds, and construction bonds. Our expertise ensures compliance with legal requirements while protecting all parties involved.
Commercial Insurance
Customized commercial insurance packages protect businesses from operational risks. We offer builders risk, cyber liability, workers compensation, and umbrella policies tailored to specific industry needs and regulatory standards.
Fiduciary Bonds
Fiduciary bonds ensure proper management of estates and trusts. We provide conservatorship, guardianship, and representative payee bonds with expert guidance through complex legal requirements.
Court Bonds
Court bonds secure legal proceedings and judgments. Our offerings include injunction bonds, appeal bonds, and replevin bonds to meet court-mandated financial guarantees and procedural requirements.
Professional Liability Insurance
Professional liability coverage protects service providers against negligence claims. We offer specialized policies for accountants, attorneys, engineers, and medical professionals to mitigate professional risks.
People
Matt Davies
President
Fourth-generation insurance professional with decades of surety bond expertise. Leads strategic operations and client relations at Patrick J Thomas Agency.
Ric Davies
Vice President
Specializes in commercial insurance solutions and risk management strategies. Brings extensive industry knowledge to client advisory services.
Jon Davies
Bond Specialist
Focuses on court and fiduciary bond placements. Provides technical expertise for complex surety requirements.
Patty Zaske
Insurance Agent
Handles commercial insurance policy design and client service operations. Ensures comprehensive coverage solutions for business clients.
Barb Parker
Customer Service Manager
Coordinates client communications and policy administration. Maintains high service standards for all agency operations.
Questions
What types of surety bonds do you offer?
We provide court bonds, fiduciary bonds, appeal bonds, license bonds, and construction surety bonds for businesses and individuals.
Do you handle commercial insurance for startups?
Yes, we offer tailored commercial insurance packages including liability coverage and business interruption insurance for new businesses.
How quickly can I obtain a surety bond?
Our streamlined process typically secures bonds within 1-3 business days through our established surety relationships.
What professional liability coverage options exist?
We offer specialized liability insurance for accountants, attorneys, engineers, medical professionals, and other service providers.
Are you licensed outside Minnesota?
Yes, we are licensed to provide surety bonds and insurance in multiple states across the US.
How do fiduciary bonds work?
Fiduciary bonds guarantee proper management of estates or trusts. We provide these bonds for conservators, guardians, and representative payees.
Reviews (1)
Eric P.
Feb 17, 2015
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We would like to write a reference for the compassionate way Jon helped us through our recent final accounting in a conservatorship hearing. His insight was invaluable and we are so thankful for the professional way they handle things there. They kept us in the loop and put our needs at the top of their priorities. They are really good guys who went the extra mile for us when they didn't have to do it. Eric and Kristy
