MINNEAPOLIS – September 8, 2016. Winthrop & Weinstine is pleased to announce that the firm has been named “Best Law Firm” by Twin Cities Business magazine’s Best of Business awards. Rated by local executives and business decision makers, the publication recognizes Winthrop& Weinstine for its “combination of professional excellence, intense commitment to clients and a strong sense of community.” The firm is proud to be part of the thriving Twin Cities business community, and is committed to supporting and guiding clients  in almost every area of law for business.

For more information or to view all the Best of Business award winners, please click here.

Winthrop & Weinstine is pleased to announce that John Knapp, shareholder and chair of the Legislative and Regulatory Practice group, has been elected to the Board of Directors of the Guthrie Theater. The Board provides direction and oversight to maximize the theater’s ability to achieve its mission.

For more information or to read the full press release from the Guthrie Theater, please click here.

MINNEAPOLIS, September 8, 2016 — Winthrop & Weinstine, P.A., is pleased to announce that shareholder Holly Stocker has been selected as one of Finance & Commerce’s Top Women in Finance for 2016, and is among those recognized for making significant contributions to their professions, communities and society.

As a shareholder and leader of Winthrop & Weinstine’s work in commercial lending and real estate, Holly uses her broad financial and lending experience to assist lenders, investors and developers in commercial loan transactions. Holly has a special focus on low income housing tax credits, federal and state historic tax credits and new market tax credits, making Holly’s experience specialized and unique to the industry not just in Minnesota, but across the country. Her expertise on these financial matters have quickly set her apart in the eyes of others.

“Whether it is representing lenders and developers on projects in underserved communities, or helping to provide food and resources to her local neighbors, Holly walks the talk when it comes to building stronger communities where everyone can thrive,” says Scott Dongoske, Firm President.

Holly’s commitment to improving communities and supporting women and diversity extends beyond her job and her efforts to enhance and improve the local community extend into her personal time as well, though her volunteering with Habitat for Humanity Minnesota and Interfaith Outreach and Community Partners.

Stocker and other honorees will be celebrated November 17, 2016 during a special awards event at The Hyatt Regency in downtown Minneapolis.