MINNEAPOLIS – June 23, 2025 – Winthrop & Weinstine, P.A., has been named a “Best Legacy Law Firms” by Minnesota Lawyer. This recognition, part of the publication’s inaugural In the Lead series, celebrates Minnesota law firms that have been continually operating for more than 25 years with demonstrated, prolonged success, both professionally and among the communities they serve.

Since Winthrop’s founding in 1979, the firm has grown from six attorneys to 185+ lawyers, making Winthrop one of the largest law firms in the state. Yet, despite this growth, the entrepreneurial spirit that motivated Winthrop’s founders to create the firm remains as strong as it did in 1979. Winthrop is committed to delivering comprehensive and innovative solutions rivaling the sophistication and expertise of large, multinational firms, but with a hustle and responsiveness commensurate with the firm’s current size.

The full list of firms featured in Minnesota Lawyer’s inaugural In the Lead: Best Legacy Law Firm can be viewed here.

MINNEAPOLIS – June 16, 2025 – Winthrop & Weinstine is proud to announce our recognition as one of the 2025 Best Places to Work by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal. This rating was based upon the results of employee surveys conducted by Quantum Workplace, an Omaha-based pioneer of employee engagement and performance technology, which analyzed employee satisfaction benchmarks across a broad spectrum of categories, including career development opportunities and leadership. Results of the survey landed Winthrop as one of 15 Minnesota honorees in the large employer category (100-499 Minnesota employees).

This is the 27^th annual edition of Best Places to Work, the longest-running employee engagement awards program in the Twin Cities. Winthrop prides itself on maintaining a culture of creativity, support, and enthusiasm for the work we do and for our clients, and we’re grateful to all of our team members for helping to make this recognition possible.

The full list of the 2025 Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal’s Best Places to Work honorees can be found here.

MINNEAPOLIS – June 11, 2025 – Winthrop & Weinstine is proud to announce that 24 attorneys from the firm have been named “North Star Lawyers” by the Minnesota State Bar Association (MSBA). Those recognized each contributed at least 50 hours of pro bono legal services in 2024. The North Star Lawyer program seeks to change lives through donations of time, talent, and resources to help achieve justice for those who otherwise could not afford it.

The provision of pro bono services is a core tenant of Winthrop’s culture, and our attorneys are encouraged to engage in pro bono opportunities that align with their strengths and values. In 2024, Winthrop attorneys dedicated over 1950 hours of pro bono services to organizations throughout the community.

Winthrop & Weinstine’s 2024 North Star Lawyers are:

• Sarah Bauer
• Eleanor (“Elle”) Borden
• Tom Boyd
• Bill Burdett
• Olivia Cooper
• Tammera (“Tami”) Diehm
• Peter Economou
• Robert Grimsley
• Cianna Halloran
• Beth Harper
• Devon Holstad
• Christopher Hussey
• Katherine (“Katie”) Johnson
• Kyle Kroll
• Colton Messer
• Alyssa Namken
• Mike Petschel
• Max Shapiro
• Tim Sitzmann
• Michele Vaillancourt
• Nick Valle
• Jeremy Walls
• Alexandra (“Alex”) Wilkie
• Jessica Willes

To learn more about the MSBA North Star Lawyers program, visit the MSBA website here.

MINNEAPOLIS — June 10, 2025. Winthrop & Weinstine, P.A., is pleased to announce that Michael T. Olsen, shareholder in the firm’s Intellectual Property practice, has been recognized as an “IP Star” in the 2025 guide published by Managing IP magazine. Michael was named a “Trademark Star” in both Minnesota and the United States (National).

Managing IP has been researching and publishing legal guides for more than 30 years. IP STARS rankings cover a variety of intellectual property practice areas in more than 80 jurisdictions and are based on review of information collected through market feedback, publicly available information, and firm submissions.

With more than 25 years of experience, Michael counsels clients in a variety of complex intellectual property transactions, including joint ventures and strategic alliances, software development, license and maintenance agreements, joint development agreements, patent licensing, trademark licensing, sales, distribution and reseller agreements, technology transfers, supply chain management and outsourcing agreements, and more. He also has extensive experience securing trademark registrations with the United States Patent and Trademark Office and managing global trademark portfolios, and he often works closely with clients to develop comprehensive trademark filing and enforcement strategies to obtain and protect trademarks rights throughout the world.

Six Attorneys Ranked as “Leaders in their Field”

MINNEAPOLIS – June 5, 2025. Chambers USA, one of the world’s leading guides to the legal profession, lists six Winthrop & Weinstine, P.A., attorneys and four practice groups as leaders in its 2025 edition. The London-based Chambers has become widely accepted in recent years as the standard for legal distinction, both in the U.S. and around the globe.

The firm was recognized in the following practice areas:

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• Energy & Natural Resources – Band 1
• Real Estate – Band 2
• Litigation: General Commercial – Band 2
• Corporate/M&A – Band 3

The Energy & Natural Resources team was recognized for its experience representing clients in complex legal matters, including “M&A, renewable project development and energy litigation, as well as regulatory matters.”

The Real Estate group “stands out for its robust lender-side real estate finance practice and its strong foothold in the local tax credit finance market.” The team was recognized for its “strengths in historic rehabilitation projects and also noted for its counsel on securitizations of housing portfolios.”

The Commercial Litigation team was recognized for its “strong bench” of trial lawyers who are “particularly adept at handling insurance coverage litigation, insurance coverage litigation, employment, construction and real estate disputes, creditors’ claims and antitrust matters, including on behalf of Fortune 100 companies.” Winthrop’s litigators were highlighted for their “mastery of litigation processes and strategies, as well as a demonstrated sensitivity to business outcomes that add value.”

The Corporate/M&A practice was recognized as a “noteworthy corporate practice,” and Chambers highlighted the team’s experience in the healthcare and medical device sectors, as well as franchise-related issues.

In addition, six Winthrop & Weinstine attorneys were recognized as “Leaders in Their Field” for their work in Minnesota, placing them at the top of their practice areas:

Timothy Barnett — Tim is corporate and transactional counsel to national, regional, and local companies in the construction, manufacturing, software development and licensing, real estate, quick service restaurants, and franchised business industries. Blending his legal and CPA backgrounds, he counsels on complex transactions, including acquisitions and sales, venture capital investments, strategic alliances, and debt and equity financings.

Thomas Boyd — Tom’s practice includes general business litigation, estate and trust matters, employment, eminent domain and land use, products liability, and insurance coverage disputes. He is recommended for his prominent appellate law practice, managing civil appeals at both the state and federal level. He is described as having “tremendous experience. He is a thoughtful, creative, well-rounded, and well-regarded lawyer” who is “respected in the market for his appearances in appellate courts.”

Tammera Diehm — Tami is Firm President and represents local and national clients of all sizes in relation to property transactions, including buying, selling, leasing, development, and financing. She frequently assists clients with multi-unit deals, including those involving the downstream energy, convenience store, and franchise quick-serve restaurant industries. She helps clients to navigate all the complicated aspects of owning or occupying real estate, including complicated zoning, land use, government approvals or regulatory compliance.

Matthew McBride — Matt focuses his practice on construction litigation and representing financial institutions and other commercial enterprises with matters related to business disputes. His general business and commercial litigation experience includes shareholder, contract, products liability, and employment disputes.

Eric Swanson — Eric represents clients before state and federal regulatory bodies, in the courts and at the legislature in the areas of energy and environmental law. His energy and environmental work has involved representing a wide variety of clients, including investor-owned utilities, independent power producers, wind energy developers and other renewable energy producers, and large industrial customers. In addition to representing clients in contested proceedings, Eric works extensively with clients to gain all necessary regulatory approvals and to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance.

Todd Urness — Todd advises owners, developers, investors, banks, syndicators, and other financial or lending institutions on complex real estate development and finance issues, including tax exempt bonds, tax increment financing, tax credits, joint venture and partnership matters, and governmental subsidies. He focuses on multifamily housing development and finance, including rental and for-sale housing, as well as commercial and mixed-use facilities. He “is held in high regard for his agency lending and tax credit financing work” and is described as “an expert on the development of housing.”

The selection by Chambers of top firms and attorneys is based on interviews with in-house law departments and attorneys from around the country, with final rankings made by a panel of national general counsel and legal practitioners. The rankings and editorial comments about attorneys are independent and objective.

To visit the Chambers USA website, visit www.chambers.com

MINNEAPOLIS — June 4, 2025. Winthrop & Weinstine, P.A., is pleased to announce that Kyle R. Kroll, shareholder in the firm’s Business & Commercial Litigation practice, has been elected as Chair of the Appellate Practice Section Council of the Minnesota State Bar Association (“MSBA”). Kyle has previously served in various roles on the Appellate Practice Section Council since 2022 including, most recently, as Vice Chair.

Kyle’s litigation practice runs the gamut from complex commercial to appellate matters. His experience includes class actions, antitrust and unfair competition, false advertising, intellectual property, and more. His appellate practice spans many industries, including energy, finance, manufacturing, and healthcare, and his appellate cases frequently address legal issues that have both specific business impacts and wide-reaching policy implications.

In addition to Kyle’s for-profit work, he is heavily involved in Winthrop’s pro bono efforts and is actively involved throughout the legal community, serving in leadership roles with the MSBA, Federal Bar Association, American Bar Association, Minnesota Branch of the Eighth Circuit Historical Society, and University of Minnesota Student Legal Service Board of Directors.

MINNEAPOLIS — June 3, 2025. Winthrop & Weinstine, P.A., is pleased to announce that attorney Mallory P. Nordberg has joined the firm as an Associate in our Business & Commercial Litigation practice.

Mallory P. Nordberg represents clients across a wide range of industries in contract, real estate, employment, education, personal injury and commercial disputes. With an emphasis on employment litigation, Mallory represents employers of all sizes in state and federal discrimination matters, including claims brought under Title VII and Title IX. She also advises clients on workplace policies, procedures, compliance issues and monitoring, and has experience creating and implementing corporate training programs.

Mallory earned her J.D., summa cum laude, from the University of New Mexico School of Law, where she was Editor in Chief of the New Mexico Law Review, Vol. 51, and a member of the Order of the Coif. She earned her B.A. in Communication and Spanish, magna cum laude, from the University of New Mexico.

MINNEAPOLIS — April 30, 2025. Winthrop & Weinstine, P.A. is pleased to welcome five new attorneys and professionals to the firm, with three joining our esteemed Corporate & Transactions practice.

Emily E. Davis joins the firm as a Paralegal in our Commercial Lending practice. Emily provides legal support to our attorneys and clients throughout the lifecycle of a transaction. She received her Paralegal Certification from North Hennepin Community College, her Master of Public Administration from Hamline University, and her B.A. from the University of Minnesota.

Jason A. Kise joins the firm as an Associate in our Corporate & Transactions practice. Jason represents investors, emerging and established companies, and non-profit clients on matters of corporate governance, commercial contracting, M&A transactions, venture capital investments, and non-profit-related matters. He received his J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center, and his B.S., with High Distinction, from the University of Minnesota.

Gabrielle J. Martone joins the firm as an Associate in our Corporate & Transactions practice. She represents entrepreneurs and closely-held businesses across a broad range of industries on matters of corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, securities inquiries, financing, restructuring, and other strategic transactions. Gabrielle received her J.D. from the University of St. Thomas School of Law, cum laude, and her B.S. from the University of Wisconsin – Madison.

Kevin A. Sandoval joins the firm as an Associate in our Commercial Lending and Real Estate Development & Financing practices. Kevin represents financial institutions, owners, developers, and others on matters of corporate diligence, real estate finance, and real estate development, with a particular focus on affordable housing development and finance. Kevin received his J.D. from The University of Iowa College of Law, and his B.A. from the University of Dallas.

Hannah M. Weber joins the firm as an Associate in our Corporate & Transactions practice. Hannah represents for-profit and non-profit businesses in matters of corporate governance, day-to-day business counsel, employment matters, mergers, acquisitions, sales, and other strategic ventures. She also counsels non-profit organizations on corporate structuring and obtaining and maintaining tax exempt status. Hannah received her J.D. from the University of St. Thomas School of Law, and her B.A. from the University of St. Thomas.

MINNEAPOLIS – April 7, 2025. Winthrop & Weinstine is proud to announce that Christianna L. Finnern, shareholder and Practice Chair of our Regulatory and Litigation practices, has been recognized as a 2025 “Notable Women in Law” honoree by Twin Cities Business. Twin Cities Business’ “Notable Women in Law” list highlights exemplary professionals who handle complex transactions and use their expertise to guide clients through a variety of obstacles. They also serve as mentors, do pro bono work for social and economic causes, and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.

Christianna has established herself as a local and national leader in health law, representing businesses and providers in regulatory investigations, audits, enforcement actions, and payer litigation. She is active in numerous industry organizations, including the American Health Law Association, MSBA Health Law and Administrative Law Sections, and Care Providers of MN, and she also serves on the Board of Directors of Accra Homecare.

Read Christianna’s profile in Twin Cities Business here, and see the full list of honorees here (the full article is available for Twin Cities Business subscribers only).

Please join us in congratulating Christianna for this well-deserved recognition!

 MINNEAPOLIS — March 26, 2025. Winthrop & Weinstine, P.A. is pleased to welcome six new attorneys and professionals to the firm.

Jack M. Atterberry joins the firm as an Associate in our Commercial Lending Practice. Jack represents financial institutions in commercial, construction, and real estate lending transactions, secured and unsecured financing, syndicated loans, and other banking and finance matters. He received his J.D. from the University of Minesota Law School, his MBA from the University of Minnesota, Carlson School of Management, and his B.A. from Carleton College.

Benjamin D. Gilchrist joins the firm as an Associate in our Business & Commercial Litigation practice. He represents clients across all industry types in matters of contractual and commercial litigation, including products liability litigation, construction litigation, insurance defense, and trusts & estates disputes. Ben received his J.D., cum laude, from the University of St. Thomas School of law, and his B.B.A. from the University of Minnesota – Duluth.

Candice G. Long joins the firm as a Specialty Tax Advisor in our Specialty Tax Credits & Incentives practice. Candice works with clients across a broad range of industries to optimize and substantiate their U.S. federal and state Research & Development (“R&D”) Tax Credits and federal Clean Energy Credits. Prior to joining the firm, she spent more than thirteen years across two Big 4 accounting firms. Candice received her Masters of Accountancy with a Specialization in Taxation and her B.B.A. from The University of Iowa. Candice is a Certified Public Accountant in Illinois and Colorado

Andrew K. Markland joins the firm as an Associate in our Commercial Lending Practice. Andrew represents a broad range of clients in commercial, construction, and real estate lending transactions, and mezzanine financing. He also has experience in loan sales, loan modification and restructuring transactions, and commercial property acquisitions and dispositions. Andrew received his J.D. from Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center, and his B.A. from North Dakota State University.

Sunčica Sejdinović joins the firm as an Associate in our Tax practice. Sunčica advises public and private companies of all sizes, including multi-national corporations, private equity funds, healthcare providers, and insurance companies, on the corporate and partnership tax implications of domestic and cross-border M&A transactions. Prior to joining the firm, she was a senior associate at a Big 4 accounting firm. Sunčica received her Master of Business Taxation from the University of Minnesota, Carlson School of Management, her J.D. from William Mitchell College of Law, and her B.A. from Winona State University.

Kevin W. Weber joins the firm as Counsel in our Intellectual Property practice. Drawing upon his extensive in-house experience as Intellectual Property counsel for a Fortune 500 company, Kevin counsels clients on patents, trade secrets, copyrights, trademarks, as well as intellectual property issues relating to acquisitions, divestitures, new product introductions, licensing opportunities, infringement allegations, and litigation. Kevin received his J.D., magna cum laude, from the University of Minesota Law School, and his B.S. in Biomedical Engineering from Northwestern University.