New Brighton Lawyers

As the founding partner of the Caplan & Tamburino Law Firm, P.A., Twin Cities lawyer Allan Caplan represents people accused of criminal offenses. He has been licensed to practice law since the year 1974. Mr. Caplan has been selected for inclusion in the list of Minnesota Super Lawyers®. He received his Juris Doctorate degree from the William Mitchell College of Law. Presently, he practices in state and federal courts in multiple states. His firm offers free consultations to all potential clients—contact them today to get yours.

Joni champions the rights of employees in cases involving wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and whistleblower issues, fueled by a passion for giving a voice to the oppressed within the workplace. As an exceptional advocate for her clients is Joni consistently demonstrates her ability to truly understand her clients unique situations through authentic listening. Joni takes the time to truly understand each client’s unique situation and objectives, crafting personalized legal strategies that align with their specific goals, enabling her to advocate for them in the most impactful and effective manner possible. Her work as an attorney has included groundbreaking wins, that...

Nicholas DeMaris is passionate about protecting the rights of employees who have been discriminated against, retaliated against, or harassed in the workplace. During his time at the University of Iowa College of Law, Nicholas served as an Articles Editor on the Iowa Law Review and as a clinical law student in the Employment Law practice group representing workers in employment related disputes.

Keith is a partner at the firm. Since becoming an attorney, he has almost exclusively represented minor children injured as a result of obstetrical or neonatal malpractice. Keith is licensed to practice in Maryland, the District of Columbia and Minnesota. In 2012 and 2013, he was instrumental in the firm obtaining three of the four largest verdicts in medical malpractice cases in Maryland history – a $55 million dollar verdict against Johns Hopkins Hospital, a $21 million dollar verdict against Harbor Hospital, and a $15.6 million dollar verdict against a nurse midwife and a hospital in Prince George’s County, Maryland....

Robert Wilson opened his one-person Minneapolis law office in 1992. He is a recipient of the Minnesota Law and Politics "Rising Star of Minnesota" award as well as a recipient of the Medal of Valor. The Minnesota attorneys at Robert Wilson & Associates have been helping their clients receive maximum compensation for their cases for many years. The law firm's specialties include worker's compensation law and personal injury.

Andrew Parker, Founding Partner/Attorney, Parker Daniels Kibort.

Professional Experience:
• Founded Parker Daniels Kibort – 2017-present.
• Founded Parker Rosen – 2005-2017.
• Founded Smith Parker – 1995-2005.
• Shareholder Popham Haik Law Firm – 1988-1995.
• Selected by peers as top 5% of all lawyers in the State of Minnesota each year 1998 to present.
• Chair, 30 attorney Labor and Employment Practice Group, Popham Haik Law Firm.
• Lead trial counsel on numerous successful multi-million-dollar litigation matters involving civil rights violations, defamation, and contract and employment disputes.
• Represented some of largest employers in State of Minnesota, including University of Minnesota, City of Minneapolis and the Metropolitan Council as defendants and numerous senior executives and...

Meet Estate & Wealth Planning Attorney Lisa A. Haster, Esq., who maintains a fresh and different perspective on the practice of estate law. Lisa offers 15 years of courtroom litigation experience representing families, individuals and businesses. Her #1 priority is keeping clients' families out of conflict and out of probate court because she knows first-hand, the unpredictability of the courtroom. Lisa's practice includes Estate Planning, Wealth Planning, Business Succession Planning, Asset Protection, & Special Needs Planning and avoiding probate court. Lisa has acquired many accolades but is most proud of her 5-Star client satisfaction ratings. She has authored...

Pete Barry is an attorney admitted to practice in the State and Federal courts of Minnesota. He is also admitted in numerous other federal courts including the United States Supreme Court. He is the owner of The Barry Law Office, Ltd. His national practice is dedicated exclusively to protecting consumers against illegal debt collection activity and training lawyers on ethical strategies to sue debt collectors. He was twice-named by his peers as a Super Lawyer® by Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine. The National Association of Consumer Advocates named him its Consumer Lawyer of the Year in 2005.

Pete opened his law...

Minneapolis defense attorney Andrew C. Wilson won his first jury trial before graduating from law school. After his first year of practice, his name was cemented in Minnesota Supreme Court case law, and within five he’d been to the Eighth Circuit Federal Court of Appeals, won jury trials, won bench trials, won appeals, and had significant victories throughout Minnesota at the district courts. Wilson has dedicated his career to practicing criminal defense law and representing individuals accused to have committed crimes.

Experienced trial attorney and criminal litigator;

Frequent guest lecturer on criminal matters at colleges, universities, and law schools throughout...

Attorney Ross Menk has been handling Minnesota Workers' Compensation cases exclusively since 2003.

I used to to work with Liberty Mutual Insurance Company as a insurance defense lawyer handling Workers' Compensation cases exclusively.

Working for the insurance company taught me exactly how the insurance industry works and taught me the tricks of the trade. That knowledge has served me well. I now use my insurance defense knowledge to fight for the injured worker. I always fight to maximize your recovery. My goal is to fight for the maximum settlement possible.

The insurance companies know when dealing with...

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...

For more than a decade, Chris Cadem has concentrated his practice on litigation matters in both criminal and civil cases in State and Federal Court. His experience includes more than 100 trials and roughly a dozen appeals, including multiple petitions to the Minnesota Supreme Court. He has successfully litigated cases spanning from simple speeding tickets to first degree murder and first degree criminal sexual conduct. His civil docket includes everything from contract disputes to complex multiparty, million-dollar financial matters. Chris’s clients include an Academy Award nominated actor, family members of court staff, a judge, and thousands of other Minnesotans.

Chris has...

Mr. Adkins is in his 32nd year in representing clients in the areas of probate and trust administration, will contests, estate planning, guardianships, conservatorships, residential and commercial real estate transactions, property title corrections, mechanic's liens, business formation, and the sale and purchase of small businesses.

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...

O’Dea Law Firm, LLC. is a law firm located in the St. Paul suburb of White Bear Lake, Minnesota. The firm practices primarily in the areas of personal injury, wrongful death, insurance claims, and general civil litigation, in St. Paul, Minneapolis, throughout the greater Minnesota area, and western Wisconsin. For injury claims, our representation is typically on a contingency fee basis, meaning that you do not pay any fees to us unless we make a monetary recovery on your behalf. Our goal is to provide you with quality representation and guidance, and the personal attention you...

As a criminal defense attorney in downtown Minneapolis, I have successfully assisted many clients in achieving positive outcomes in their criminal cases. I graduated with Cum Laude honors from Mitchell Hamline School of Law, ranking in the top third of my class. My journey in client representation began at the Dakota County Public Defender’s Office during my legal studies, where I gained practical experience and a deep understanding of the criminal justice system through mentorship and hands-on work. After earning my degree from Mitchell Hamline School of Law, I worked as a public defender in Scott County before moving into private...

Christopher T. Porter represents businesses and creative individuals in commercial litigation, intellectual property matters, sales representative litigation, and employment law matters. Christopher, a passionate litigator and intellectual property attorney, zealously advocates for his clients and provides practical guidance to help maximize each client's legal rights and recoveries. Since graduating from the University of Minnesota Law School, Christohper has worked as an attorney with Trepanier MacGillis Battina P.A. His experiences range from trademark applications and pre-trial motion practice to client engagement, mediation, and contract review and drafting.

If you are looking for a lawyer to help you through the fallout from an accident, call me. I am part of a 3 generation family of lawyers at Milavetz Law PA, and have been practicing for 37 years. We can Help you! Our phones are answered 24 hours a day. (763) 560-0000

Joseph Maternowski is a shareholder at the Hessian & McKasy firm in Minneapolis practicing in the areas of environmental, real estate and business law. Joe began his legal career in the Minnesota Attorney General's Office where he represented the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. Joe focuses his private practice on environmental matters arising in real estate and business transactions. Joe has extensive experience with site investigations and cleanups, vapor intrusion assessments, state Brownfields programs and with federal and state environmental agencies. Joe assists real estate and business lawyers and in house counsel on transactions where environmental issues arise....

Attorney Matthew J. Mankey consistently produces positive outcomes through diligent preparation, open communication and a thorough knowledge of the law. Our team understands the nuances and key points that can turn cases around. We will use expert investigators and independent laboratories to conduct our own tests, collect our own evidence and take a number of other important steps to bolster your defense.

We push the government to prove every aspect of its case. We demand complete disclosure, and we receive the utmost respect from prosecutors and investigators because of the strong reputation we have earned over the years. When we do...

Mr. Bittle is a cum laude graduate of William Mitchell College of Law, where he spent two years on the William Mitchell Law Review and took honors in Contracts, Insurance Law, and Labor Law. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Minnesota. With a dozen years inside the insurance industry, he will bring the insight and confidence necessary to any personal injury or insurance claim. The bulk of Mr. Bittle's career was spent in the insurance claims area handling personal injury liability claims in multiple U.S. jurisdictions. He has resolved thousands of claims, and negotiated dozens of mediations...

Katelyn Bounds has dedicated her practice to workers' compensation litigation as well as short term and long term disability disputes. She has experience representing injured employees in mediation, administrative conferences, hearings before a Compensation Judge and the Minnesota Supreme Court. She also focuses a portion of her practice on representing employees in ERISA and non-ERISA private disability appeals. Katelyn enjoys connecting with her clients and advocating for the benefits they deserve. She finds a collaborative approach and open communication keys to effective representation.

Stephen is passionate about preventing his clients from being taken advantage of by large insurance companies. Workers' compensation is not a handout or welfare - it is the result of a compromise whereby employers avoid paying multi-million-dollar judgments due to negligence. Stephen takes his clients' entitlement to these benefits very seriously. He takes the time to understand each client's situation, present their options, and move forward with the client's best interests and wishes in mind. In addition to Workers' Compensation and Long Term Disability, Stephen has a strong background in employment law, employee benefits, health law, and insurance. Because his clients...

I devote my practice to the aggressive, thorough representation of clients charged with DWI and other crimes in Minnesota. Minnesota's DWI laws have become increasingly complex. The interplay between criminal and civil penalties (loss of driving privileges, license plate impoundment, and vehicle forfeiture) often require an experienced advocate to protect one's interests. I offer all prospective clients a free, in-depth consultation. If you've been charged with DWI or other offense, you're welcome to call me anytime to discuss whether you need, and can benefit from, a private attorney. I charge fixed, reasonable fees that...

Rajin Singh Olson is a registered Patent Attorney with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office who advises and represents clients on patent, copyright, and trade secret matters. Rajin has worked with teams of experienced lawyers to litigate complex technology disputes both against and on behalf of some of the largest companies in the world. He has experience with matters involving a variety of technologies, including mobile communications, semiconductors, IT network management, video streaming, and powder coating. Rajin’s primary goal is collaboratively achieving optimal business solutions for his clients—whether that means resolving disputes outside formal judicial processes, litigating a case all...

From low-income families, to high net-worth individuals and small/medium sized businesses, Attorney Franklin prides himself in providing the same high-quality representation to all clients. Having practiced at both AM100 law firms, boutique law firms and working at various states Attorney's Offices, Mr. Franklin confidently addresses the complex aspects of all legal affairs. Additionally, Attorney Franklin deeply understands the relation between client’s corporate, investment, and entrepreneurial interests when assisting clients with legal strategy. As a leader and educator, regularly contributes to industry discussions, participates in regulatory initiatives, and advocates for favorable legal frameworks that promote fairness and justice. Individuals, business...

Walter G. Lehmann is managing partner of the art, entertainment and museum law firm LEHMANN PLC (formerly Lehmann Strobel PC). An attorney and business consultant for over 25 years, he has focused on helping individuals, businesses and nonprofit organizations manage their intellectual property assets. He has represented independent producers, artists, writers, as well as museums and nonprofit arts and cultural organizations on a wide range of legal and business matters including business organization, financing, intellectual property management, board governance, nonprofit administration, and museum collections management, policies and ethics. Lehmann’s education includes a BA in English (Williams College)...

Coley Grostyan is a criminal defense attorney committed to providing high quality, cost effective, and result oriented representation to his clients. Mr. Grostyan prides himself on working passionately and tirelessly for his clients to ensure the best possible outcome is attained. Coley Grostyan practices in the area of criminal defense and represents clients facing a variety of criminal charges such as DWI or DUI, serious felonies, drug charges, theft, assault, appeals, homicide, and more. Coley Grostyan's assertive and passionate approach to the practice of law has successfully resolved a variety of criminal cases for his clients. In addition to vigorously defending...

Christa Groshek has excellent experience litigating cases to both judges and juries. She has an exceptional trial record, even getting some cases dismissed on constitutional grounds before trial. She has developed a solid reputation as a Minnesota trial attorney for successfully defending clients against a wide range of charges in criminal court. Christa Groshek graduated Cum Laude from William Mitchell College of Law. During law school, Christa was a law clerk for the Washington County Public Defender's Office where she received her first criminal defense experience. Christa later took a position as the law clerk for the Honorable Thomas Armstrong, Washington County...

Anna graduated from Winona State University with a degree in Law and Society. She then went on to pursue her degree in Paralegal Studies and began working as a litigation secretary. After working in the legal field for 2 years, she went on to pursue her law degree. Anna obtained her law degree from Mitchell Hamline School of Law. During law school, Anna clerked as a certified student attorney for the Washington County Public Defender's Office where she represented clients in bail hearings. After she left Washington County, Anna spent her final year of law school as a law clerk at...

Attending the University of Minnesota, Duluth, Katherine was immediately drawn to the field of criminal justice. After obtaining her Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology from the University of Minnesota, Duluth, Katherine set her mind on becoming an attorney. Wasting no time, Katherine obtained her law degree from the Mitchell Hamline School of Law. While in law school, Katherine became intrigued with the various aspects of criminal law and the shortcomings of the criminal justice system. She gained valuable knowledge and experience as a certified student attorney at the Anoka Public Defender's Office where she represented clients with misdemeanor and gross...

I sue debt collectors who harass and abuse consumers, violate consumers rights, and invade consumers privacy. I also help consumers with student loan issues---from collection calls to figuring out your best repayment options. I also defend consumers who have been sued by debt collectors, debt buyers, and original creditors.

James C. MacGillis is a business attorney focusing on the corporate, employment, and litigation needs of entrepreneurs and growing businesses. Jim prides himself on exceeding his clients’ expectations by addressing their legal concerns promptly, efficiently, and effectively. His responsiveness, creativity, and ability to efficiently evaluate, advise, and advocate for his clients has earned him the respect of his peers, as Jim was named a 2006, 2009 and 2010 Rising Star by Minnesota Super Lawyers magazine. Jim graduated from the University of Minnesota Law School in 1997, where he was a managing editor for the Minnesota Law Review. Jim earned a...

Melvin R. Welch was born and raised in a small farm town in Minnesota. Following graduation, Melvin attended college at the University of Minnesota, Duluth, before joining the United States Navy in 1996. As a sailor, Melvin learned Russian and served aboard submarines. During his time in service, Melvin finished college and then worked as a translator in the NATO peacekeeping mission to Kosovo, translating for the United States Army and the Russian 13th Tactical Group in Kamenica, Kosovo.

Melvin R. Welch attended the University of Minnesota Law School and graduated in 2007. Melvin's first employ was with...

Bryan R. Battina represents businesses and individuals in commercial litigation, real estate litigation, and employment law matters. Bryan, a seasoned litigator and trial attorney, brings passion, tenacity and hard earned wisdom to his advocacy for clients. He is results driven and seeks to efficiently and effectively resolve disputes for his clients. After graduating from William Mitchell College of Law, Bryan worked as an associate in-house counsel with the Beltmann Group Incorporated before becoming a sole practitioner to pursue his passion for trial work. Bryan co-founded Bock & Battina, LLP and later founded Battina Law, PLLC before joining Trepanier MacGillis...

I am a Minnesota employment law attorney (V. John Ella) practicing in the areas of employment defense, executive law, non-compete and trade secret litigation, breach of duty of loyalty litigation, tortious interference, executive compensation, stock options, defamation, employment contracts, employment agreements, handbooks, drug testing law, privacy law, commission claims, fraud, sexual harassment claims, employment and housing discrimination, ERISA benefits litigation, public accommodations under Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act and state law, wage and hour compliance, whistleblower and Sarbanes-Oxley claims, professional licensing issues, appeals, manufacturer sales representative contracts, and closely-held corporation and partnership disputes. I am also...

I graduated from law school in 1977 and was a prosecutor for the next five years. Since 1982, I have practiced exclusively in the area of criminal and DWI defense. I was the 1998-99 President of the Minnesota Society for Criminal Justice. I am a member of the National Association for Criminal Defense Lawyers and have been elected to the National College for DWI Defense. I currently serve on the Board of Directors of the Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. I am the 2013-14 President of the MACDL and I also serve as the chairman of the MACDL...

As a partner at SiebenCarey, Mike has earned a reputation for being a strong advocate for the rights of injured workers. He has achieved success in the areas of workers' compensation, personal injury, and auto accident insurance litigation.

Mike graduated from Hamline University School of Law after working for more than 15 years with government, nonprofit and education organizations. Mike was admitted to the Minnesota State Bar in 1997, the Federal District Court in 2004, and is qualified as a mediator by the Minnesota Supreme Court.

Every year since 2014, Mike has been selected as a Minnesota Super...

Founder and Attorney John Meyer found his passion while deployed with the Minnesota Army National Guard in 2011. Working with unemployed soldiers before returning home, John worked hard to help those who wished to start their own businesses chart a path toward success. He carried that passion and focus from the sands of Kuwait and Iraq, through law school, into private practice.