Before joining Winthrop & Weinstine in 2000, I practiced, for several years, with a small general practice firm where I worked in many areas of the law, embracing the difficult undertakings of litigating large commercial cases, small personal injury matters, and everything in between. I’m grateful for the education and experience I gained in the smaller firm, because it’s where I learned how to issue-spot and get things done.
My Approach
I primarily represent financial institutions and other commercial enterprises with matters related to business disputes. The highlights of my workday come from listening to my clients as they share their problems and concerns with me, and then establishing the best approach for assisting them in meeting their objectives and goals. My clients trust my skills in navigating the legal system and its many nuances, allowing them to maintain focused on running and growing their business. In addition to my role as litigator, I serve as an advocate and trusted business advisor as outside general counsel to many clients. I value and appreciate the trust and confidence my clients have in me and appreciate every day the opportunity to play such an important role in the success of their businesses.
I have been recognized by several local and national attorneys rankings guides and directories, including Chambers USA (Minnesota, Litigation: General Commercial), Benchmark Litigation, Minnesota Super Lawyers® (Business Litigation), and The Best Lawyers in America® (Commercial Litigation).
When I’m not at work advocating for my clients, I enjoy spending time with my family.
A Groundbreaking Moment in My Career
Practice Areas
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Business & Commercial Litigation
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Financial Services Litigation

Bold Perspectives
IS YOUR BANK A TARGET?
11.26.24
The Power 30: Business Litigation
10.19.23
Honors & Awards
The Best Lawyers in America®
Commercial Litigation, 2023-2026
Minnesota Super Lawyers®
(formerly Minnesota Law & Politics)
2006-2025
"Top 100", 2011, 2013, 2025
Top 40 Business Litigation Attorneys, 2009
Rising Stars, 2000-2005
Chambers USA
Litigation: General Commercial, 2020-2025
Benchmark Litigation
Local Litigation Star, 2020-2025
AV Preeminent
LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell, Peer review ratings
Power 30
Minnesota Lawyer, 2023-2024
Associations & Memberships
Minnesota State Bar Association
Civil Litigation Section
Hennepin County Bar Association
Ramsey County Bar Association
Federal Bar Association
Grove Bank
Board Member, 2022-present
Children’s Cancer Research Fund
Former Board Member