Going into law school, I envisioned myself doing corporate work, rather than real estate. But after I graduated, I got hired by a small firm in Denver, and the first transaction that I worked on was the Denver Broncos’ new stadium. I got to work on so many real estate issues in that one project – development issues, financing issues, leasing and subleasing concerns, concession agreements, and more. I had a wonderful mentor who made sure I attended all the meetings, big conferences with firms from the East Coast and Chicago, and then had the trust in me to get it done, despite the vertical learning curve – and I have been hooked on real estate development and transactions ever since.
My Approach
Over my career, through all the variety of types and complexity of deals I have worked on, the thing that keeps me going is the satisfaction I get from helping to bring people together to accomplish deals that make sense for each and further their business goals. I always take a pragmatic approach by considering what’s market and the business goals of both sides, to make sure we’re advancing the deal, not obstructing it. Because I have seen so many transactions – including ways they can go wrong – I am able to help steer my clients around any potential issues with efficiency toward closing.
Some of my favorite projects are the development deals – I appreciate working with clients who are entrepreneurial and creative, who can look at vacant land or a dilapidated building and consider the future it could have, and then use the depth of my experience to help make it a reality.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time on the lakes up north with my family, cooking and entertaining with friends, and yoga. I’ve also been learning to play golf … for several decades.
A Groundbreaking Moment in My Career
Practice Areas
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Real Estate Development & Transactions
Bold Perspectives
Federal District Court Vacates FinCEN’s Residential Real Estate Rule
03.26.26
FinCEN Reporting for Residential Real Estate Transactions Begins March 1, 2026
03.03.26
Duluth Right to Repair Ordinance
12.03.25
Honors & Awards
Best Lawyers in America®
Real Estate Law, 2018-2026
Minnesota Lawyer
POWER 30 Real Estate and Construction, 2023, 2024, 2025
MSBA North Star Lawyer
Pro Bono Service, 2021
Minnesota Super Lawyers®
Rising Star, 2011
Associations & Memberships
MSBA Real Property Law Specialist Certification
Board Member, 2016-present
Minnesota Commercial Real Estate Women
Member and past Board Member, 2007-present
NAIOP
Member
Member, Public Policy Committee
Hennepin County Bar Association
Past Chairperson, Real Property Section
Past Member, Board of Directors