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Kyle R. Kroll

I study the landscape, anticipate every angle, and move with purpose.

My Approach

I am passionate about advocating for clients in high-stakes business disputes, in both trials and appeals. My practice spans many industries, and I particularly enjoy cases involving intellectual property and unfair competition. In all of my cases, I strategize to minimize risk, maximize opportunity, and achieve client goals. I make it a priority to clearly and timely communicate with clients, ensuring they are always informed and supported.

Drawing on my clerkship with The Honorable Joan N. Ericksen, U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota, I have honed my skill in analyzing legal arguments and presenting them persuasively. This experience constantly informs my advocacy, helping me craft compelling themes that resonate with judges, juries, and other key decision-makers.

In my practice to-date, I’ve amassed substantial litigation and appellate experience, leading cases at trial and arguing before high appellate courts— including the Minnesota Supreme Court and Eighth Circuit. I’ve first-chaired three trials and participated in several more. Along the way, I’ve been honored by jurists for “excellent” advocacy and the “care and effort” I bring to my cases. These experiences reflect my commitment to the highest standards of professionalism.

Outside the courtroom, I am a leader in my community, including in both state and national bar associations. I enjoy wine tasting, golfing, biking, hiking, and traveling.

Groundbreaking Moments in My Career

One of my proudest moments came early in my career, when I led a pro bono case defending First Amendment rights. I represented an individual whose access to the public library was unjustly restricted. We developed a creative case strategy, overcame significant procedural challenges, and ultimately secured a favorable settlement that met our client’s goals.

I’ve also had the privilege to represent a large public utility in Minnesota’s first appeal involving electric vehicles, defending the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission’s approval of pilot programs for electric vehicle infrastructure. Our team crafted innovative legal arguments that the Minnesota Court of Appeals upheld, enhancing access to EV charging in the state.

Honors & Awards

The Best Lawyers in America® Ones to Watch

Appellate Practice, 2023-2026
Commercial Litigation, 2023-2026

Benchmark Litigation

40 & Under, 2024-2025

Minnesota Super Lawyers®

Rising Stars, 2022-2026

Minnesota Monthly Top Lawyers in Minnesota

Appellate Law, 2024, 2026

The Legal 500

Minneapolis Elite - Commercial Disputes, 2026
Minneapolis Elite - Intellectual Property, 2026

Minnesota State Bar Association (MSBA)

North Star Lawyer, Pro Bono Service, 2019-2025
New Lawyers Section, Committee Leader of the Year, 2020 & 2021
Outstanding New Lawyer of the Year, 2020

American Bar Association

Young Lawyers Division, On The Rise – Top 40 Young Lawyer, 2023
Young Lawyers Division, Star of the Quarter, 2021

Federal Bar Association

FBA StepUp Pro Bono Challenge Honoree, Pro Bono Service, 2020

Hennepin County Bar Association

HCBA Centennial Pro Bono Challenge Honoree, Pro Bono Service, 2020

Twin Cities Business

Notable Emerging Star in Law, 2022

Minnesota Lawyer

Up & Coming Attorney, 2021

JD Supra Readers’ Choice Awards

Top Author - Trademarks, 2019

University of Minnesota

President’s Student Leadership and Service Award, 2015 & 2016

Associations & Memberships

Minnesota State Bar Association

Chair, Civil Litigation Section, 2026-present
Chair, Appellate Practice Section, 2025-2026
Institute Chair, Appellate Practice Institute, 2025
Assembly Representative, 2022-2025
New Lawyers Section, Networking & Engagement Committee, 2019-2023
Mentorship Program, Mentor, 2023-present

Federal Bar Association

National Council Delegate, Minnesota Chapter, 2024-present
Co-chair, National Convention Committee, 2023-2025
Co-chair, Monthly Luncheons, 2023-2024
Treasurer, 2021-2023
Co-chair, Newer Lawyers Committee, 2018-2020
Intellectual Property Committee, 2020-present
Golf Tournament Committee, 2021-2024
Mentorship Program, Mentor, 2020-2021

American Bar Association

Minnesota’s Young Lawyer to the House of Delegates, 2021-2023
Resolutions Team, Young Lawyers Division, 2023-2024
Assembly Representative, Young Lawyers Division, 2020-2023
National Conferences Team, Young Lawyers Division, 2021-2022
Membership Board, Young Lawyers Division, 2020-2021

Minnesota Supreme Court

Advisory Committee on the Rules of Civil Appellate Procedure, 2025-present

Minnesota Branch of the Eighth Circuit Historical Society

Treasurer, 2022-present

Eighth Circuit Bar Association

Education Committee, 2020-present

University of Minnesota Student Legal Service Board of Directors

Hennepin County Representative, 2017-present

University of Minnesota Law School

Adjunct Professor, ABA Moot Court Team, 2021-2022
Adjunct Professor, Legal Writing, 2018-2021

The Minneapolis Club

Young Professionals Group, 2022-present
Member, 2019-present

Winthrop & Weinstine, P.A.

Artificial Intelligence Committee, 2024-present
Associate Review Committee, 2025-present
Cybersecurity Committee, 2022-2023
Pro Bono Committee 2022-2023
Technology Committee, 2020-2021

American Mock Trial Association

Volunteer Presiding Judge, 2013-present

City of Minneapolis Ethical Practices Board

Chair, 2021-2022
Vice Chair, 2021

Mission Ponds Home Owner Association

Treasurer, 2023-2025
Secretary, 2022-2023

Hennepin County Bar Association

Co-chair, Wine Club, 2018-2021

Minnesota Lavender Bar Association

Member