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Matthew Yost
Woodbury, MN Family Law Lawyer
Free ConsultationFamily
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Matt is a knowledgeable attorney practicing in the area of family law. Matt blends empathy, practicality, diligence, and respect to advocate for outcomes that serve clients in the long term and defuse tension among families of all types. Matt favors a creative, collaborative, and results-focused practice style and is keenly aware that every case requires its own unique approach.
Prior to joining Messick Law, Matt worked as an attorney editor at Thomson Reuters, as an adjunct professor at Mitchell Hamline School of Law, and as a judicial law clerk to the Honorable Richelle M. Wahi in Dakota County. In addition to...
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Corwin Kruse
MINNEAPOLIS, MN Family Law Attorney with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
Corwin R. Kruse, Esq.
EDUCATION
J.D., William Mitchell College of Law, St. Paul, Minnesota, magna cum laude
Editor: William Mitchell Law Review
M.A., Pennsylvania State University, University Park, Pennsylvania
Major: Sociology
B.S., University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa
Honors: Dean's List
Major: Sociology
B.B.A., University of South Dakota, Vermillion, SD.
Honors: Dean's List
Major: Business Administration
BAR ADMISSIONS
Minnesota, 2004
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota, 2005
PRIOR EMPLOYMENT
Katz & Manka, Ltd., Family Law Attorney, 2010-2019
William Mitchell College of Law, Adjunct Professor, 2005-2016
Dorsey & Whitney LLP, Associate, 2005-2009
Minnesota Court of Appeals, Judicial Law Clerk to...
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Lisa Amundson
Boomington, MN Family Law Attorney with 37 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
Hamline University School of Law
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Roger Adams
Kenyon, MN Family Law Attorney
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
Roger is the owner and senior partner of MAA Legal. He is licensed to practice law under by the Supreme Court of Minnesota. Roger Adams has 20 years senior executive experience working with large corporations. Roger has expertise in technology law, contract review, conflicts of interest, and legal compliance. He has negotiated complex SaaS contracts with Large Dental Service Organizations and Associations, including: American Dental Association; Connecticut State Dental Association; Aspen Dental; Guardian; Cigna and UnitedConcordia.
As an instructor he as provided legal compliance training seminars to 56,000 heath care professionals. Roger has written...
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Kristy Mara
Minneapolis, MN Family Law Attorney with 26 years of experience
(612) 767-7300
333 South Seventh Street
Suite 2300
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Family and Divorce
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Kristy helps her family law clients achieve exceptional results by focusing on their needs and objectives. She thinks outside the box to tailor solutions with client goals. Kristy is a powerful negotiator and seasoned litigator. You can count on Kristy and her team to come through in a pinch and handle your issues in a professional and thorough manner. As Kristy says, “we got this.”
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Courtney J. Schneider
Edina, MN Family Law Attorney with 13 years of experience
Family and Divorce
University of St. Thomas, Minnesota School of Law
As a family law attorney, my primary focus is to support clients through the legal process so they may transition into the next chapter of their lives. Prior to representing clients, I worked as judicial law clerk in Hennepin County Family Court. Working side-by-side with judges, I gained an immense understanding of family court procedure, and how judges decide cases. I translate that experience to my practice every day, assisting clients in making the best decisions for their families. I have experience representing clients in all aspects of family law cases, including divorce proceeding, child custody and support matters,...
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Elizabeth Drotning Hartwell
Minneapolis, MN Family Law Attorney with 17 years of experience
Family and Divorce
University of St. Thomas, Minnesota School of Law
Elizabeth is an attorney at Best & Flanagan LLP in Minneapolis. Her practice is focused exclusively on family law, including divorce, child custody, child support, post-decree matters, international and domestic parental abduction, and third party custody.
Elizabeth serves as a compassionate and fierce advocate for her clients. A skilled writer and negotiator, she enjoys crafting creative solutions and is always prepared to advocate for her clients and their children both in and out of the courtroom.
Elizabeth graduated cum laude from St. Olaf College and earned her J.D. from the University of St. Thomas, where she was an editor of the Law...
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Anna Tobia
Minneapolis, MN Family Law Lawyer
Family, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Winona State University and Mitchell Hamline School of Law
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...
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Jennifer L. Thompson
Bloomington, MN Family Law Attorney with 8 years of experience
(952) 252-8619
8500 Normandale Lake Blvd.
Suite 350
Bloomington, MN 55437
Free ConsultationFamily, Appeals and Juvenile
William Mitchell College of Law
Jennifer L. Thompson is a Minnesota child protection attorney whose passion is to provide Family-Centered Advocacy for Every Season of Your Lifetime.SM Some seasons of life are full of joy – like adopting the children of your spouse or those who’ve been in foster care. Others are more stormy – especially when social services gets involved with your own children.
Whether your children have been removed from your home, you or your facility are under investigation by social services, or you are seeking to intervene in the child protection case of someone you care about, JLT’s effective, empathetic experience will help...
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Mary P. Mooney
Minneapolis, MN Family Law Lawyer with 44 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Estate Planning and Juvenile
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Many times in life each of us come to a crossroads or encounter an issue in which we need to get legal advice on how best to proceed forward. At such times it is important to obtain guidance from someone who can act like a beacon in a possible sea of doubt or confusion.
Mooney Law Office is committed to providing you with top notch legal representation. Mooney Law Office has represented hundreds of clients over the years in the ten county metropolitan area as well as out-state Minnesota. Every client is approached with a focus on integrity, advocacy and understanding....
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Allen Al-Zouhayli
Roseville, MN Family Law Attorney with 4 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily and Criminal Defense
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Attorney Allen L. Al-Zouhayli is a founding partner at RAM Law PLLC, located in Roseville, Minnesota. Allen practices criminal defense, firearms rights, family law, and defends licensed medical professionals against board investigations and discipline proceedings in the state of Minnesota.
As a litigator, Allen has a trial history of not guilty verdicts from misdemeanors to aggravated felonies, by implementing creative strategies and tactics. Allen is a natural in the courtroom and has mastered the power of persuasion. Allen accredits his results due to his care for his clients and their outcomes. As the owner of a Christmas tree farm, Allen...
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Joshua Franklin
Minneapolis, MN Family Law Attorney
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Tax
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
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...
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Kathleen E. Rusler O'Connor
Burnsville, MN Family Law Lawyer with 33 years of experience
(952) 529-1961
1500 McAndrews Road West
Suite 104
Burnsville, MN 55337
Free ConsultationFamily, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Hamline University School of Law
EXPERIENCED REPRESENTATION WITH PERSONAL CLIENT SERVICE
O’Connor Law and Mediation PLLC is a law practice in Burnsville, Minnesota providing legal counsel focusing on family law. Our attorney, Kathleen E. Rusler O’Connor has over 25 years of experience in family law handling cases such as divorce, custody, child support, mediation and protection orders from initial pleadings through to settlement or trial. One of her many strengths is considering each client and each case on an individual basis and giving each client her personal attention.
HELPING YOU FIND THE MOST APPROPRIATE SOLUTION
Attorney, Kathleen E. Rusler O’Connor is ready to help you find your way...
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Clarence Patterson III
St Paul, MN Family Law Lawyer
Family and Estate Planning
University of Arizona
Clarence Patterson III is the founding attorney of the Law Offices of Clarence Patterson III. The firm is rooted in the principle of “Protecting Rights & Improving Lives.”
The underlying premise of Mr. Patterson’s success is that he is not just “practicing” law, he is dedicated to obtaining results that clients need and expect.
Mr. Patterson recognizes that there is no such thing as a “small case.” Which is why he is dedicated to being by the side of his clients throughout the duration of their legal matter.
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John E. Roach
Roseville, MN Family Law Lawyer
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Landlord Tenant
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
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Cresston Gackle
Minneapolis, MN Family Law Lawyer with 7 years of experience
(612) 470-0529
310 South Fourth Avenue
Suite 5010
Minneapolis, MN 55415
Family and Juvenile
University of Minnesota Law School
Cresston Gackle started Cresston Law LLC after clerking for three years for a judge in Hennepin County in the Family, Civil, and Juvenile Divisions. As a clerk, Cresston researched Minnesota and federal law and legal rules, reviewed thousands of pages of filings, drafted hundreds of orders on petitions and motions, and filed thousands of documents. He communicated effectively with the public, including attorneys and self-represented parties, on difficult and emotional issues, and administered a busy court calendar, scheduling hearings and entering events. He also observed how counsel negotiate cases in the Family, Civil, and Juvenile Courts, and how judges and...
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Jennifer M Macaulay
St. Paul, MN Family Law Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Family, Appeals, Divorce and Domestic Violence
William Mitchell College of Law
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Jennifer Evans
Eagan, MN Family Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning and Probate
William Mitchell College of Law
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Stacey Keenan
Roseville, MN Family Law Attorney with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Elder
Howard University School of Law
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Jennifer J Roben
Woodbury, MN Family Law Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily and Estate Planning
Jennifer J. Roben is the owner/managing attorney at Roben Law, PLLC. She practices in the areas of family law, estates and trusts, and probate litigation. Ms. Roben focuses on practical, individualized solutions for her clients and their families. She has extensive experience in advising and representing clients regarding marital dissolution, custody and parenting time, child support, complex property valuation and division, business valuation and allocation pursuant to a divorce, spousal maintenance, and post-decree matters.
Ms. Roben is a graduate of Bradley University, summa cum laude, and William Mitchell College of Law. She is a qualified mediation and arbitration...
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Kevin Leiran
Saint Paul, MN Family Law Attorney with 20 years of experience
(651) 379-3007
155 South Wabasha Street
Suite 100
Saint Paul, MN 55107
Free ConsultationFamily, Bankruptcy, Business and Estate Planning
William Mitchell College of Law
Kevin Leiran is a skilled, aggressive attorney practicing in the areas of Bankruptcy, civil litigation, probate and estate planning. Call Kevin today for quote.
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Anna Prettyman
Eagan, MN Family Law Attorney
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
With offices in Eagan, Minnesota, the law office of Prettyman Law provides clients throughout Minnesota with exceptional legal services in all aspects of family law. The firm’s areas of expertise include divorce issues; marital property characterization, valuation, and division; spousal and child support, child custody cases; paternity matters; and marital settlement agreements. Since founding the firm in 2011, Anna Prettyman has established a reputation for handling even the most complex and contentious disputes with the utmost discretion. She understands the sensitive nature of difficult family law matters, and is dedicated to maintaining the privacy of each client....
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Matthew J Gilbert
Burnsville, MN Family Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Business, Divorce and Employment
In 2012 and 2015, Minnesota Super Lawyers recognized Matt as a “Rising Star,” which is an honor that less than three percent of Minnesota’s young attorneys earn. In 2014, the National Trial Lawyers recognized Matt as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer for his exemplary leadership, reputation, influence, stature and profile as civil trial lawyer.
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Peggy S. Rockow
Albert Lea, MN Family Law Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Divorce
Hamline University School of Law
For over 20 years I have been defending people charged with criminal offenses. I defend cases ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies. I also practice family law, mainly divorce cases. I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Iowa and my Juris Doctorate from Hamline University School of Law in St. Paul MN. In 2014 I was selected for Membership in the National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 Trial Lawyers for Criminal Defense. In 2000 and 2003 was selected for inclusion in MN Super Lawyers Editions. I have had many trials during my career....
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Stephanie J. Hill
Edina, MN Family Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Family and Divorce
University of St. Thomas, Minnesota School of Law and Hamline University
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John P. Guzik
Roseville, MN Family Law Lawyer with 41 years of experience
Family, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Domestic Violence
William Mitchell College of Law
John Guzik has been a practicing attorney in the Twin Cities area, representing individual clients – not banks, corporations or the government, for over 30 years. His philosophy is to help solve legal problems by applying creative solutions to what are often times difficult and complex legal issues and problems. He works hard to provide his clients with competent, thorough and professional legal advice and representation. If you would like to learn more information about him, and the services his office provides, please call (651) 636-2600 to schedule an initial consultation, at no cost or obligation.
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James CW Bock
Minneapolis, MN Family Law Attorney
1225 LaSalle Ave.
Suite 1105
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Family, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Domestic Violence
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Lee Hacklander
Savage, MN Family Law Attorney with 27 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Hamline University
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Tori M. Appelhof
Oakdale , MN Family Law Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
William Mitchell College of Law
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Kristin Huston
Edina, MN Family Law Attorney with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
Hamline University School of Law
I have 17 years of experience, and have been practicing in the area of family law since 2004. I have represented hundreds of clients (mothers, fathers, wives and husbands) in complex and simple divorce actions, custody/parenting time actions, child support proceedings, grandparent visitation actions, and a myriad of other family law actions. I am a zealous advocate for my clients, but I also provide my clients with knowledgeable legal advice about their options so that my client can make an informed decision about how he or she wants to proceed. I do my best to resolve my cases outside of...
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Marcus P. Beyer
Edina, MN Family Law Lawyer
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Marc Beyer practices in all areas of family law. He assists clients in resolving matters related to child custody, parenting time, child support, spousal maintenance, and property division. Marc’s philosophy is to negotiate the best settlement possible, but he is prepared to go to trial when necessary. Recognizing that every situation is unique, Marc takes pride in listening to his client’s concerns, and creates goals, expectations, and case strategy for the client accordingly. Marc has been recognized as a Rising Star by Minnesota Law & Politics, as one of the Nation’s Top One Percent by the National Association of...
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Colin S Colby
Minneapolis, MN Family Law Lawyer
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense and Divorce
I take deep care to get to know my clients, their background and story, and their values so that when moments to negotiate, settle, or go to trial arise, I am properly informed to use the tools of law and advocacy to bring about the best outcome for my client. I provide the most efficient and effective representation possible for my clients. I am adaptable, learn on my feet, and have extensive knowledge in family, divorce, and criminal matters. I incorporate my knowledge of the law with the deep knowledge I come to have of my clients to provide top...
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Ashley Beard
Apple Valley, MN Family Law Lawyer with 2 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Ashley M. Beard is a dedicated attorney with a strong background in family law and litigation matters. She is known for her unwavering commitment to advocating for her clients and providing them with personalized and strategic legal representation. Ashley's experience spans across various legal settings, including private law firms, a self-help clinic, and as a certified student attorney, showcasing her versatility and adaptability in handling diverse legal matters.
Ashley has successfully handled family law-related matters, such as dissolution, child custody, child support, and parenting time, and provided representation in ex parte proceedings involving allegations of abuse or neglect. Ashley's strategic approach...
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Obi E Chukwu
Minneapolis, MN Family Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Immigration
University of St. Thomas, Minnesota School of Law
I believe that family is at the core of our communities. In that respect my practice of family law and contracts emphasizes respect for the family, protection for children and fair & balanced treatment of individuals. Without sacrificing zealous client advocacy I strive to find solutions that benefit clients from the start with limited expense.
We are a community of immigrants and are stronger because of it. I believe our immigration laws should work for us not against us and my office endeavors to find ways to make immigration laws most effective for our clients.
I have extensive...
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Jay Tentinger
Apple Valley, MN Family Law Attorney with 44 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
Hamline University School of Law
Jay has been a licensed attorney since 1980. He began his career as a public defender before transitioning into insurance defense work where he gained valuable experience and knowledge of the insurance industry and insurance practices. After founding Tentinger Law Firm in 1997, Jay practiced in family law as well as continuing his insurance defense work. Today, Jay focuses his time to working with small businesses and their litigation needs. Jay is a member of the Minnesota, Iowa, and Nebraska State Bar Associations and a no-fault arbitrator for the American Arbitration Association. He is admitted to practice before the...
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Brian Chmielewski
Woodbury, MN Family Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Estate Planning
University of Illinois - Chicago John Marshall Law School
Brian has experience in divorce and family law matters. He has prosecuted and defended all types of contested issues, including the legal custody and physical custody of children; restrictions on parenting time and other placement related issues; current and past due child support; child care and day care expenses; education and employment-related issues; spousal support including initiating, limiting, modifying and terminating spousal maintenance; complex property division; digital currency and virtual accounts; concealed assets and dissipation of marital assets; allocating marital interests in closely-held businesses and professional firms; non-marital property claims; and distribution of property through negotiation or litigation.
Brian can...
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Ignatius Udeani
Bloomington, MN Family Law Attorney
Family, Criminal Defense and Immigration
William Mitchell College of Law
Udeani Law Office is a legal firm devoted to helping Minneapolis residents with their various matters relating to criminal defense, family law, and immigration law. The team recognizes that these can be some of the most complex legal fields to work through, which is why every client is treated with respect and honesty. No two cases are alike, and when you retain the firms representation, you can be confident that you will be working with an attorney who is genuinely passionate about helping you obtain your goals. You'll never be left in the dark about the status of your case,...
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Lyndsay Howard
Eagan, MN Family Law Attorney with 20 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Elder
Specializing exclusively in areas related to Family Law.
Call to schedule a free 30 minute consultation (952)224-9410
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Eva Cheney-Hatcher
Apple Valley, MN Family Law Attorney with 33 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation and Divorce
Eva Cheney Hatcher is a respected Family Law Attorney and Qualified Rule 114 Neutral with 19 years of experience. She graduated from Sioux Falls University in South Dakota, Summa Cum Laude, with degrees in English and Business. She was a member of the Honors Society, and named as an Outstanding College Student of America. She attended the University of South Dakota School of Law where she earned her Juris Doctorate, was awarded the American Jurisprudence Award for Legal Research and Writing, a Law School Foundation Academic Scholarship, and was recognized by the Who's Who Among American Law Students.
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Robert Kane
Eagan, MN Family Law Attorney with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
General practitioner who provides exemplary consultation and representation for families and businesses in Minnesota and California. Unbundled legal services available.
Business attorney who provides superior legal leadership for established companies, as well as startup endeavors. Institutes policies and procedures to ensure compliance with municipal, state and federal laws and regulations. Clients include medical service providers, security firms, restaurants, local organizations (not for profit,) home improvement contractors, etc. I pride myself on understanding a business’ needs and responding promptly, efficiently and effectively.
Family attorney who provides compassionate legal guidance for empty nesters, as well as young couples. Focuses on ensuring a benevolent...