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Associate

Michael (Mike) J. Fadden

When getting a deal done, there’s a lot of blocking and tackling, but I never lose sight of the end goal.

My Approach

Before going to law school, I worked in tech sales for a number of years – understanding the economics of a deal, the ROI for a potential organization, and getting comfortable with being told “no” were par for the course. Today, I use my business acumen, creative problem solving skills, and resilience to help my clients navigate potentially business-altering transactions. I also appreciate that these transactions, while transformative, don’t necessarily define a business.

For me, the story behind the business drives the work I do – whether that business is the culmination of 50+ years of hard work and passion or a brand new startup on the cusp of a big break. I never lose sight of the “why” behind my clients’ objectives and work to find solutions that make sense, not just those that are easy.

Outside of work, I spend as much time as possible with my family and our closeknit group of friends. It feels like everyone around us is starting a family of their own, and my wife and I love seeing our son grow and interact with our friends’ children. With any remaining free time, I also enjoy golfing, watching the Vikings or Wild play, and checking out local breweries.

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