Jessica Willes, an associate working on Winthrop & Weinstine Commercial Real Estate practice, was interviewed about her experience passing the exam for certification as a MSBA specialist in real property law.

She explains the journey she has taken from going to law school and eventually gaining this certification.

“There’s a lot of problem solving, there’s some strategy involved, a lot of risk management.” Willes said about the work she does.

Read more about her background, practice, and some interesting, lesser-known personal facts in the Minnesota Lawyer article here (Paywall): Breaking the Ice: Industry experience aided law certification bid

February 26, 2026