In 2016, our team represented the Mayo Clinic to amend state law to allow a world-renowned fetal surgeon to join Mayo’s staff. We worked with our client to draft legislation providing for a new form of licensure in Minnesota, which allows highly skilled, foreign-trained physicians to practice in Minnesota under certain circumstances. The legislation was brought forward with 10 days remaining in the 2016 legislative session and passed on the final day of the session. This doctor is an amazing individual, working miracles and giving expectant mothers hope when they have been told there are no other options. I’m proud of the work I did giving him, and others like him, the ability to practice in our country.
My Approach
I represent clients by advocating for their interests with legislators and regulators. I am passionate about the idea that, if you pay taxes, you contribute to the economy, and you are part of keeping society running, it seems obvious you should petition your government when you are being affected by the decisions they make. Regardless of your political stripe, people should have the right to advocate for their interests. I do my best to offer clients sound, quality representation that takes advantage of the process, strategic thinking and planning to use time and political capital efficiently.
In my free time, I like to hang out with my wife and two kids at our home in St. Paul, play music, and play ice hockey, even though I’m old and slow.
A Groundbreaking Moment in My Career
Practice Areas
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Advocacy & Lobbying

Bold Perspectives
Legislative Top 5: May 24, 2022
05.24.22
Legislative Top 5: May 13, 2022
05.13.22
Legislative Top 5: May 6, 2022
05.06.22
Associations & Memberships
Saint Paul Planning Commission, St. Paul, MN
Member, 2017-2018
Neighborhood Sales Tax Revitalization (STAR) Board, City of St. Paul
Member, 2010-2014
St. Paul Chamber of Commerce Public Policy Committee
Member
Head Coach, St. Paul Capitals Youth Hockey Association
2021-2022
Assistant Coach, St. Paul Capitals Youth Hockey Association
2020-2021
Assistant Coach, St. Paul Highland Ball Youth Baseball Association
2020