Becker Lawyers

I am passionate about helping people, especially when it relates to the burdens of debt and getting a fresh financial start. I began specializing in bankruptcy in 2014. When I am not practicing law, I enjoy spending time with my family. Currently, the majority of my free time is spent chasing my toddler around, but I also enjoy photography and crafting.

As a member of the Smith, Paulson, O’Donnell and Associates team, I work with highly skilled attorneys, including a certified real property specialist and a certified labor and employment specialists, to provide comprehensive care to the needs of my clients. I am a seasoned trial lawyer with over a decade of courtroom experience. I welcome complex family law matters including, but not limited to, divorce, child custody, child protection and child support. As a former prosecutor I offer my criminal defense clients aggressive, and highly competent, protection of their constitutional and statutory rights.

Michael Hall, III, is the president of Hall Law Personal Injury Attorneys, and is the firm’s senior trial lawyer. He specializes in personal injury cases, including: • Car accidents • Brain injuries • Sexual abuse • Farm Injuries • Dog bites • And more Michael has won multiple legal awards, including being honored as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers organization; being twice recognized as one of the top 100 litigation lawyers in the state of Minnesota; and earning the Martindale-Hubbell Client Distinction Award. But Michael’s proudest accomplishments are the settlements he has recovered for his clients. He has earned several of the...

I have extensive experience in three practice areas:
1. Bankruptcy. Both chapter 7 and chapter 13 bankruptcies, chapter 7 cases include business and personal bankruptcy. Please contact me sooner to either help avoid bankruptcy or to properly plan for it to maximize the benefit.
2. Family Law. Divorce, custody, child support, orders for protection, grandparent's rights, father's rights, mother's rights. We believe that settling is best for everyone but not every case settles. We are not afraid to take a case to trial if necessary.
3. Business Law. Extensive experience drafting and negotiating complex contracts, non-compete...

Kate Hockin is a skilled trial lawyer who has recovered millions of dollars in compensation for accident and assault victims. Kate has immense experience handling auto accidents, personal injuries, and domestic assaults. Prior to joining Hall Law Personal Injury Lawyers, Kate clerked for the Honorable Cynthia L. McCollum in the Dakota County District Court. She also gained valuable experience clerking for a personal injury law firm and completing an externship with a medical malpractice firm. Kate earned a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Society, and the Environment from the University of Minnesota. She graduated cum laude with her Juris Doctor...

Mara Brust is an experienced trial lawyer who has helped accident victims recover millions of dollars in compensation. Mara has extensive experience in the areas of personal injury, product liability, and medical malpractice. She has tried numerous cases. Mara attended North Dakota State University, where she graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, Broadcasting & Mass Communication Technologies. She earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Virginia School of Law. While in law school, Mara served on the editorial board and article review board of the Virginia Journal of Social Policy and the Law. She...

Mike was born in St. Cloud, MN. He is a graduate of St. John's University and William Mitchell College of Law. He has over 34 years of legal experience, including 31 of those years being in the St. Cloud area. Mike brings a broad range of legal experience, including personal injury, trust and estate, eminent domain, business and employment matters. Mike also has past experience in Family and Criminal Law. He's argued numerous cases in the Minnesota Court of Appeals and was successful in two Minnesota Supreme Court cases; Northern States Power Co v. Aleckson, et al. and Great River...

Mr. Sackett decided to become an attorney due to his desire to help others in a meaningful way. Since being admitted to practice law in Minnesota in 2014, Mr. Sackett has been successful in protecting his clients’ interests through foresight, preparation and zealous advocacy. Mr. Sackett has experience in a wide range of civil litigation practice areas including family law, breach of contract, breach of warranty, negligence claims, products liability, construction defect, insurance defense and insurance subrogation. Outside of his law practice, Mr. Sackett enjoys bicycling, golfing, watching movies and reading. He also enjoys taking long walks with...

I'm Dave Kelly, a Twin Cities area Minnesota bankruptcy attorney. I've been practicing law in the Twin Cities Minneapolis and St. Paul area quite a while - learning this business really does take a long time. If you would like to talk things over, I would be glad to discuss your situation. In about half an hour or so I can do a screening over the phone that would give us a fairly good idea as to whether a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy is a good idea for you. I don't charge for those screenings. You might already...

Randy Knutson brings more than 30 years of extensive experience handling numerous personal injury claims on behalf of his clients and their families. He also handles vaccine injury claims and bicycle cases across the United States, demonstrating his comprehensive knowledge of both medical and legal matters. Randy has also played a significant role in several prominent data privacy cases in Minnesota, which have had a profound and wide-ranging impact. He is a certified civil trial specialist, having handled more than 100 trials for his clients. He is licensed in Minnesota, Iowa, and Texas, and admitted to federal court and the...

Mark Arneson's background as a former prosecutor makes him uniquely qualified to handle criminal defense cases and makes him one of the top criminal defense lawyers in Minnesota. He has had great success in gaining acquittals and dismissals for numerous clients throughout his career. Mr. Arneson practices exclusively in Criminal Defense and DWI/DUI Law. As would be expected, Mr. Arneson's work has earned numerous honors, including being named as a Top 10 Criminal Defense Lawyer, a Top 100 Trial Lawyer and a Rising Star by Minneapolis Super Lawyers. Attorney Arneson firmly believes that every person is entitled to the best...

I handle all types of Minnesota workers compensation claims along with personal injury cases and social security disability. I do not recover unless you recover. Insurance companies try to pay as little as possible for your claims. As such, you need someone experienced and knowledgeable to fight for the benefits you deserve. Since 2003 I have been practicing as a Minnesota workers compensation attorney. Feel free to contact me for a free initial consultation.

Thomas B James (Thomas James attorney at law) is a private practice attorney with over 25 years experience at the Law Office of Tom James in Cokato, Minnesota. He focuses on copyright and trademark law. Thomas James is licensed to practice in Minnesota state and federal courts, the 8th and Federal Circuit Courts of Appeal; and the United States Supreme Court. He is authorized to represent client nationwide in U.S. trademark and copyright registration applications, and in Trademark Trials and Appeals Board (TTAB) and Copyright Claims Boards proceedings. In addition to practicing law, attorney Tom James is the author of "E-Commerce...

Catherine practices exclusively criminal defense in the Twin Cities Metro area in state and federal court. She has tried over 40 jury trials and conducted hundreds of evidentiary hearings. She worked as a state public defender in multiple counties and has represented thousands of people in matters from Misdemeanor traffic tickets to felony drugs, criminal sexual conduct, domestic assault, fraud, weapons, murder and federal conspiracy cases. Catherine is an MSBA Certified Criminal Law Specialist and trained trial attorney from the National Criminal Defense College Trial Practice Institute. She has also advocated for criminal justice reform in front of the Minnesota...

Douglas Kans has been repeatedly selected as a "Top 100 Trial Lawyer" by The National Trial Lawyers Association. He is a highly respected Minneapolis Minnesota DWI DUI Attorney with over 25 years of exclusive criminal defense experience. He has successfully represented numerous individuals charged with all levels of DWI/DUI and criminal offenses at both the State and Federal level throughout Minneapolis and the entire state of Minnesota. This includes Drug Offenses, Assault, Theft crimes and Drunk Driving related offenses such as DWI/DUI. He is a member of both the prestigious organizations of The National College of DUI Defense...

PHIL CARDIS - FOUNDER/MANAGING PARTNER CARDIS LAW GROUP With offices in Mesa, Arizona, Madison, Wisconsin and Bloomington, Minnesota Quality, Trusted, Experienced Counsel in Estate Planning, Bankruptcy and Business matters. Cardis Law Group can provide our clients with exceptional, pragmatic counsel. Cardis Law Group is a dedicated and highly skilled law firm with deep experience in legal advisement and representation. We are exceptional, powerful negotiators and diligent advocates, and we will be your proactive partner to help you navigate through your legal...

I represent individuals that have been harmed by the wrongdoing of others. I have taken many cases to trial and have an exceptionally high success rate. Outside of practicing law, I coach Special Olympics, play baseball, and enjoy traveling.

We help Healthcare professionals, entrepreneurs and businesses.

Politics, public policy and solving problems have always been interesting to me. I like debates on important issues in our world. I think that is what led me to study law. The skill of presenting evidence to persuade others to agree with your view is at the core of being a good lawyer. Nearly 30 years of practicing family law has sharpened this skill for me. I don't mind the intense emotions that often accompany divorce and child custody matters. My firm handles many contested cases each year but we always strive to resolve conflicts outside of court....

Robert H. Ambrose is a Criminal Defense Attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He represents clients throughout Minnesota in a wide range of criminal cases, such as DWIs, Assaults, and Drug Crimes. Attorney Ambrose has been named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers for the past six years. For the past seven years, the National Trial Lawyers Organization named him a Top 40 Under 40 Trial Lawyer for Criminal Defense. Mr. Ambrose has also received awards in client satisfaction and takes pride in defending his clients.

Client Testimonial: "I never needed a lawyer before. Adam Johnson was highly recommended to me by a family friend, I'm so happy he did. Adam was always very friendly and was available to answer my questions no matter the time or day of the week. The work he put in to my case went far above and beyond what I ever expected. He achieved the best possible outcome for my case, I didn't have much hope that could happen. He was amazing to watch in court, a true pro. I would recommend Adam Johnson to anyone with a similar problem in...

I provide aggressive DWI/DUI defense for my clients so they can get back on the road ASAP. My clients get detailed guidance and experienced representation for their DWI criminal charges, license revocations, and more.

Recently selected to the Top 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers by Law & Politics Magazine, and voted by his peers as a Minnesota Super Lawyer, Tim Webb defends corporate and individual clients in all federal and state criminal investigations and prosecutions.

Mr. Webb's clients have included a police chief, politicians, corporate executives, physicians, lawyers, clergy, certified public accountants, and other professionals.

Before launching his own firm in 2007, Mr. Webb was a partner at a top ten Minnesota law firm and had also served as an Assistant Attorney General. He has successfully represented clients in numerous cases ranging from health...

Benjamin Nicolet focuses his practice on Personal Injury and representing clients who have been injured as a result of another’s negligence. He is admitted to practice law in the state courts of Minnesota and Wisconsin; as well as the federal courts of the District of Minnesota and Western District of Wisconsin. Ben has handled the gamut of injury cases, from life-altering 18-wheeler accidents, to vicious dogs terrorizing neighborhoods, and family camping trips ending in tragic boating accidents. Ben says, “Clients generally come to us when they feel like their lives have been turned upside down; whether it’s from a car accident...

Sarah Gad is a founding partner of Gad & Gad Law Offices in Minneapolis, Minnesota, which specializes in criminal defense, wrongful convictions, and immigration advocacy. Sarah is known nationally for her commitment to fighting for justice — and seeing justice prevail in courtrooms across the country. Before relocating to her home state of Minnesota, Sarah worked for celebrity attorney Kathleen Zellner in Chicago. She played a pivotal role in several high-profile cases, including Mario Casciaro's exoneration and Steven Avery's appeal from the Netflix series Making a Murderer. In 2019. Sarah also represented Lil Durk's brother in a drug-related matter and...

At the Law Office of Barbara J. Gislason, clients receive individual attention and legal advice customized to their unique needs. Based on more than 30 years of experience, Barbara has developed a highly effective approach to working with her clients. Her honesty and straightforward nature benefits clients facing a diverse range of legal issues.

Barbara was an undergraduate psychology major at Carleton College, and she has a true desire to understand why parties seek to advance certain positions. Due to her extensive experience, Barbara can help you understand what the party on the other side of the table is thinking and...

A well-known Minnesota employment lawyer and civil rights attorney, Joshua Newville is the litigation leader at Halunen Law, where he litigates employment cases on behalf of employees. Mr. Newville has successfully litigated high-profile disputes and obtained favorable recoveries for his clients. His achievements include winning marriage equality in South Dakota and securing precedent-setting legal protection for undocumented Minnesotans. He has also served as outside general counsel, officer, and board member at a multi-state manufacturing business. A Rule 114 Qualified Neutral, Mr. Newville mediates cases, conducts internal investigations, and resolves workplace disputes. In addition to teaching, he contributes to the legal profession by...

Dan Koewler is a defense attorney who focuses on DWI defense, in the state, appellate, and even federal courts. He is a well-known author, presenter, and blogger regarding issues and hot topics in the realm of DWI defense, and is particularly known for raising scientific challenges to DWI tests on behalf of his clients.

Royee has experience in a wide array of legal transactional matters which he combines with his business experience. Mr. Vlodaver has over a decade of experience wherein, he has handled business transactions of all sizes and types. His clients include large corporations, small businesses as well as individuals. Royee’s primary area of focus are: Acquisition work (M&A), commercial real estate, and business/corporate work related to procurement (indirect and direct), licensing, and MSA’s. He has worked in corporate America for a Fortune 100 company in their in-house legal division as well as for a well known litigation firm in their Minnesota...

Mark K. Thompson has been practicing business law and litigation since 1999. His business litigation experience is broad and in addition he has extensive experience in closely held businesses with ownership disputes. Mark founded his law firm, MKT Law, PLC, in 2012 after over a decade with a larger downtown law firm.

MKT Law’s clients include businesses and individuals in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro, throughout greater Minnesota, across the nation and even around the globe. MKT Law is focused on representing small and mid-sized businesses in litigation. MKT Law represents a broad array of professionals, contractors, oil and biofuel companies, real...

I work with businesses and individuals developing and exploiting their trademark and copyright assets, through registrations, licensing and enforcement of rights. I value personalized service and I take the time to really get to know about each client and their unique legal needs. My goal is to make sure to help clients understand the legal issues for themselves. By providing legal services in an informative and personal manner, I hope to empower my clients with the the information they need to make the best decisions possible for their businesses and families. Representative services include: Trademark...

Christopher Keyser is an MSBA Certified Criminal Law Specialist, a distinction less than 3% of Minnesota lawyers hold. He has earned dismissals, not guilty verdicts, and reduced charges for clients accused of homicide, criminal sexual conduct, robbery, burglary, assault, DWI, and other serious offenses. Attorney Keyser has earned the respect of judges and prosecutors throughout the state and has a reputation for being straightforward, honest, professional, and aggressively defending his clients. He is also a Major and Judge Advocate in the U.S. Army Reserve.

Aaron R. Gott focuses on challenges to government conduct, business and competition litigation, and appeals.

Lauren Campoli is a certified criminal law specialist recognized by the MN State Bar Association and licensed in three states. She represents adults and juveniles charged with State and Federal crimes with compassion and creativity. She handles misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor, and felony cases.

Ms. Campoli has tried over 50 jury trials for the defense with an extremely high success rate. Ms. Campoli was an invited guest speaker to the statewide defender conference in Colorado on the topic of sex offenses and the defense of them. She is a passionate advocate for her clients and believes...

William M. Bailey practices in all areas of criminal defense at the trial court level including DWI, Drug Sale and Possession, Criminal Sexual Conduct, Vehicle Forfeiture, and Immigration. He has experience defending misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor, and felony cases throughout the state of Minnesota. Additionally, Mr. Bailey has experience handling appeals before the Minnesota Court of Appeals. He is licensed in Minnesota State Courts, the Federal District of North Dakota, and Immigration Courts nationwide.

Mr. Bailey attended the University of North Dakota where he obtained Bachelor of Science degrees in Psychology and Criminal Justice Studies and went on to earn his J.D.....