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I am Charles Gerlach, a solo practitioner serving clients throughout Minnesota. With a background in criminal trial strategy, I have completed over 120 jury trials. My 25 years of experience as a prosecutor now significantly benefits my clients. My practice areas include domestic assault, sexual assault, child abuse, robbery, assault, and driving while impaired. Unlike many firms, Gerlach Law also takes on cases involving traffic citations. I transitioned from prosecution to private practice with a clear goal: to assist individuals in need. I am committed to providing personalized service to each of my clients. When you call my office, you will...

I was born and raised in Illinois and spent my undergraduate years at the University of Alabama. (Roll Tide!) I graduated in 2020 with a Bachelor’s in Political Science. Afterward, I moved back north to attend the University of Minnesota Law School, where I earned my degree in 2023. I am currently admitted to practice law in the state of Minnesota. During my time in law school, I served as the co-President of the University’s chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association. I was also involved with the Latinx Law Students Association (LLSA), OutLaw, and participated in clinics with the Binger...

Ryan D. Peterson is a Senior Associate at Consumer Justice Law Firm. He is a graduate of the University of Minnesota and the William Mitchell College of Law (now the Mitchell Hamline School of Law). Prior to joining Consumer Justice Law Firm, Ryan ran his own practice for ten years, suing companies under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and Fair Credit Reporting Act in federal court, and defending consumers sued for unsecured debts in state court. He is particularly proud of the decisions he secured finding that the FDCPA applies to attorneys in Minnesota who evict tenants for...

Robert Moshrefzadeh, J.D., Ph.D. is a Director and Assistant Chief IP Counsel at the 3M Company. Robert has been with 3M for some 38 years, the first 12 years as a scientist conducting research on displays and touch systems and the rest as a patent attorney working primarily on global patent prosecution and patent infringement litigation. Robert has a B.S. in Electrical Engineering, M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Optical Sciences, a Ph.D. in Optical Sciences, and a J.D. in Patent Law from William Mitchell School of Law. Robert is the father of three adult sons. His personal research...

Jason Kohlmeyer has spent the past 20+ years guiding families through some of life’s most difficult moments—divorce, custody battles, and high-conflict parenting disputes. Since moving to Southern Minnesota in 2000 to trade Fargo’s frozen tundra for warmer ground, Jason has become a trusted advocate for clients facing complex and emotionally charged family law issues. A veteran of the U.S. Army Reserve, Jason served in both military intelligence and as an infantryman. That discipline, focus, and strategic mindset now serve him well in the courtroom. Jason focuses exclusively on family law, with a niche in high-conflict divorce and custody cases—especially those involving significant...

VWLF focuses solely on family law. Attorney Amanda Van Wyhe has been providing compassionate and zealous advocacy since 2005, representing clients in all types of divorce, child custody and family law cases. VWLF has office locations in Rochester and Owatonna and serves clients in the surrounding areas in southern Minnesota and north central Iowa. At VWLF, we believe that " Your. Family. Matters. " We understand that the process of going through a divorce or any other family law matter is difficult, to say the least. VWLF is here to help. Call us today for a free 30 minute...

I have focused my practice exclusively on criminal defense. With experience in more than 30 jury trials, I have secured not guilty verdicts in cases ranging from assault, DWI, misdemeanor theft, felony theft, and domestic assault, to criminal sexual conduct, burglary, attempted murder, and criminal vehicular homicide.

Thomas B James (Thomas James attorney at law) is a private practice attorney with over 25 years experience at the Law Office of Tom James in Cokato, Minnesota. He focuses on copyright and trademark law. Thomas James is licensed to practice in Minnesota state and federal courts, the 8th and Federal Circuit Courts of Appeal; and the United States Supreme Court. He is authorized to represent client nationwide in U.S. trademark and copyright registration applications, and in Trademark Trials and Appeals Board (TTAB) and Copyright Claims Boards proceedings. In addition to practicing law, attorney Tom James is the author of "E-Commerce...

At McRoberts Law, PLLC, we are creating content directing Minnesotans to the resources available to them so they can take control of their legal journey. This is directly in line with our vision—which is to empower our clients, no matter where they find themselves on their hero’s journey. If you need help with the resources, or if you have a legal question that has been burning a hole in your brain, you can schedule a limited representation remote appointment with me and I’ll answer your legal question for a flat fee. I’ll tell you if I think you have a case,...

Attorney Jacob Rhein represents people who have been harmed by the negligence, dishonesty, or incompetence of lawyers and other fiduciaries. He also represents individuals who have suffered serious personal injuries, including in slip and fall and auto accident cases. Rhein has a reputation among his peers for novel legal argument and fierce loyalty to his clients. These abilities are best demonstrated in his results as a “second lawyer.” Rhein frequently spots issues in the law that other lawyers have missed, and is able to craft these issues into effective advocacy at trial, in post-judgment proceedings, and on appeal. Rhein's main...

Paul Dahlberg’s practice has always focused on serving the injured. Recent notable cases include the bus crash near Austin, MN that killed 2 and injured 22; the explosions caused by a CNG gas leaks in Dodge Center and Mankato MN; and a number of serious crashes resulting in life changing brain injuries in Rochester, MN. Dahlberg argued the landmark case of Montemayor v. Sebright in the Minnesota Supreme Court, winning one of the most often cited cases supporting plaintiff’s facing summary judgment. He is proud to have helped hundreds of families see their day in court because of this ground-breaking...

Attorney James Teigland is a Moorhead native who graduated from Park Christian High School of Moorhead in 2006 and attended Minnesota State University Moorhead where he studied Economics until he graduated in 2010. Mr. Teigland attended William Mitchell College of Law from 2010-2013, and is licensed to practice in Minnesota and North Dakota. While attending law school, Mr. Teigland volunteered as a Law Clerk at the Council on Crime and Justice, clerked for Judge John P. Smith, Externed at Merrill Corporation, and was a Legal Assistant at the Sortland Law Office. After law school Mr. Teigland started...

I like to call myself a "military brat from Northwest Florida" as I moved there with my family at the age of six and lived there until leaving for college. I now live in Minnesota after moving up here to be closer to my wife's family. I obtained my Bachelor's degree from a small Christian college in Clearwater, Florida, and my Law and MBA degrees from Stetson University. I have a broad range of experience from a short time as a prosecutor, then as a personal injury attorney, and several years serving in administration, compliance, and executive roles in what is...

Attorney Kelly Klun is successful because she listens to her client’s needs and objectives. She practices primarily in the areas of real estate, estate planning, business law, and probate. Her practice covers a broad range of commercial and residential real estate transactions, with particular focus on commercial leasing, land use, and related development agreements. As for estate planning, she works with families and individuals to ensure that their wishes are achieved and that the estate plan, whether it be a will or trust, is properly carried out. In addition, Kelly routinely prepares health care directives, financial powers...

PRACTICE AREAS
Civil Litigation, General Business, Contract Disputes, Appeals, Family Law, Employment Law, Construction Law

Mary Hahn has honed her skills in the courtroom over the last 25 years, specializing in civil litigation and appellate law, in particular multi-party business litigation, construction law, business contract disputes and divorce proceedings.

She practices in State District Courts and in Federal Court. She has substantial appellate law experience. She serves as the firm’s primary practitioner at the Minnesota Court of Appeals.

BACKGROUND AND EDUCATION

Prior to moving to Northfield in 2000, Hahn practiced law at the Atlanta construction law firm of Shapiro, Fussel, Wedge, Smotherman, Martin & Price.

Hahn...

Kurt J. Knuesel is a Winona, Minnesota native who has been practicing law in Southeast Minnesota for over twenty years. He is a graduate of the University of Minnesota Law School whose practice is focused on criminal defense, including all levels of offenses, from DWI to homicide. Knuesel Law Firm has represented thousands of clients, including several in high profile cases, with excellent results. The Firm strives to provide aggressive representation to achieve the best possible results for our clients. Serving clients in the counties of Winona, Houston, Wabasha, Fillmore, Olmsted, and throughout Minnesota, Kurt J. Knuesel has the experience...

Specialties: Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Administration; Contested Trust & Estate Litigation; General Litigation; Business Planning, Real Estate, Tax

Attorney Scott J. Curtis, a shareholder with the firm, practices in the areas of probate estates & trusts, general business law, estate planning, litigation, business formation & administration, business succession planning, estate and trust litigation, real estate, non-profit organizations, professional practices, estate planning, and general litigation.

Proficient in comprehensive estate planning, Mr. Curtis structures succession and estate plans for owners of family businesses engaged in numerous industries. In the field of probate and trust administration, Mr. Curtis has a reputation for success handling...

Ruth received her law degree from the University of Minnesota and has been helping injured and disabled clients since 1980. She practices in the following areas of law:

Workers Compensation:

Injured at Work
Denied Benefits
Social Security:

Social Security Disability Benefits Applications
Social Security Disability Appeals

Sometimes your injury or disability could involve more than one area of law and Ruth knows how these work together.

She knows what steps need to be taken to make sure your rights are not endangered. She is active in the Minnesota State Bar Association and past chair of the Civil Litigation Section.

Ruth has published articles in professional journals, including helping a...

John grew up in Bloomington, MN and graduated from Jefferson High School in 1985. He attended Mankato State University on a football scholarship before attending Indiana University School of Law and receiving his JD with honors in 1992. He moved his office to Burnsville, MN in 1994 and has remained in the same location for over 20 years. At Burns Law Office our practice is limited to family law matters such as divorce/separation, child custody, child support, father's rights, alimony/spousal maintenance, prenuptials and related matters. John is one of the most respected and experienced attorneys in...

I truly enjoy the relationship I have with my valued clients. I have had the privilege over the last 10+ years of representing clients with a variety of legal matters. I enjoy advising a client with a complex transactional matter but also represent the same client in an argument before the court. My experience includes handling hundreds of real estate transactions, forming many business entities, assisting clients with the purchase and sale of businesses (M&A), drafting hundreds of estate plans, guiding fiduciaries through about a hundred probates and trust administrations, defending hundreds of clients charged with crimes from...

Adam Blahnik is a Minnesota divorce attorney and law partner at Blahnik, Prchal & Stoll PLLC, a law firm based out of Prior Lake, Minnesota (in Scott County). Adam practices in all areas of family law, including divorce, child custody, child support, spousal maintenance, property division, prenuptial agreements, paternity, Orders for Protection (OFP) and Harassment Restraining Orders (HRO). Adam also practices in tribal court, and frequently represents clients at the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC) and Prairie Island Tribal Court.

Adam received his juris doctor degree from William Mitchell College of Law in 2005, and was admitted to practice...

Bankruptcy in both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13, has been my exclusive professional focus for over 20 years, which I have represented debtors from 1990 to date, from our orignal office in Chaska, to the new office in Shakopee. For over 23 years, attorney Paul Elliot Ross has helped clients throughout the Southwest Twin Cities Metro area who are struggling to pay off their debts. From the Shakopee law office of Ross & Associates, P.A., Mr. Ross assists individuals in understanding their consumer bankruptcy options, including both Chapter 7 liquidations and Chapter 13 reorganizations.

James Blumberg is a dedicated and skilled criminal defense attorney who has practiced law for more than a decade. Although his legal career began as a prosecutor, James now serves as an advocate for men, women and juveniles facing criminal charges. James has handled a variety of cases in Apple Valley and the surrounding areas in Minnesota. As a former prosecutor, James is able view his client's case with a different perspective. He understands how the prosecution works and what the other side will do to secure a conviction. This experience on both sides of the law allows him to...

Chris is a 1994 graduate of University of Jamestown (Summa Cum Laude) and a 1997 graduate of Michell Hamline School of Law (Magna Cum Laude).

He has spent his entire career helping disabled or injured individuals.

When practicing Workers Compensation law, Chris only represents injured workers and never represents insurance companies or employers.

Chris uses his knowledge and experience to guide you through each step taken on your case and inform you of all available options. He is a strong and well-respected advocate who is a leading attorney in the fields of Workers Compensation and Social Security.

He is member of the Sixth District...

Richmond H. McCluer, Jr. is a trial lawyer. Richmond is certified by the Minnesota State Bar Association as a Criminal Law Specialist. He is a Winona native and attended Winona Senior High School, Winona State University and the University of Minnesota Law School. He practiced with a national law firm in Minneapolis for several years before returning to Winona in 1988 and joining the law firm of Darby, Delano and Price. While with the firm, he tried a number of major felony cases, including robbery, narcotics, burglary, assault and criminal sexual conduct. In addition, he successfully represented many injured persons...

I practice in the areas of real estate, business law, and legal planning. My practice focuses on assisting individuals and businesses with a variety of legal needs, including real estate transactions, commercial transactions, business disputes, and succession planning. My goal is to provide both legal expertise and practical advice to my clients.