Clear Lake Lawyers

A Dakota County, Minnesota lawyer focusing on probate, estate planning, Wills, Trusts, family law, business law, and litigation.

Thomas Tuft, a native of the East Side of Saint Paul, is a shareholder at Tuft, Lach, Jerabek & O'Connell, PLLC practicing in all areas of family law, including complex divorce, child support, paternity, and child custody. He is a Rule 114 Qualified Neutral, a Social Early Neutral Evaluator (SENE) and a Financial Early Neutral Evaluator (FENE). He has been named among the list of Minnesota SuperLawyers® since 2002 and has been named one of the Top 40 Family Law SuperLawyers in Minnesota since 2004. He has been named to the list of Top 100 Superlawyers in Minnesota each year...

Jack is a nationally recognized and award winning criminal defense lawyer and founder of Jack Rice Defense. He received the Professional Excellence Award from the MSBA for 2020, the only lawyer to do so. He is a MSBA Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist. He is also a former Prosecutor and a former U.S. Federal Agent. This St. Paul Criminal Defense Lawyer has decades of experience representing thousands of clients in everything from Murder to Sexual Assault to other serious criminal charges.

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.

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Before starting my own law firm, I worked for law firms in New York City. I represented people and businesses in lawsuits in court. Other clients needed help with transactions for themselves or their businesses. Some of my favorite clients were young families and small business owners and working with them inspired me to start my own law firm in 2011.

WHAT I LEARNED

Starting my own business helped me understand the challenges and opportunities that confront business owners at all stages of their entrepreneurial journeys. I was immediately amazed at the creative and innovative ways that these businesses worked with their...

With over three decades of experience and an unwavering commitment to protecting the rights of his clients, attorney Paul Applebaum provides exceptional expertise in the areas of Criminal Defense and Civil Rights Law.

Ruth received her law degree from the University of Minnesota and has been helping injured and disabled clients since 1980. She practices in the following areas of law:

Workers Compensation:

Injured at Work
Denied Benefits
Social Security:

Social Security Disability Benefits Applications
Social Security Disability Appeals

Sometimes your injury or disability could involve more than one area of law and Ruth knows how these work together.

She knows what steps need to be taken to make sure your rights are not endangered. She is active in the Minnesota State Bar Association and past chair of the Civil Litigation Section.

Ruth has published articles in professional journals, including helping a...

PRACTICE AREAS
Civil Litigation, General Business, Contract Disputes, Appeals, Family Law, Employment Law, Construction Law

Mary Hahn has honed her skills in the courtroom over the last 25 years, specializing in civil litigation and appellate law, in particular multi-party business litigation, construction law, business contract disputes and divorce proceedings.

She practices in State District Courts and in Federal Court. She has substantial appellate law experience. She serves as the firm’s primary practitioner at the Minnesota Court of Appeals.

BACKGROUND AND EDUCATION

Prior to moving to Northfield in 2000, Hahn practiced law at the Atlanta construction law firm of Shapiro, Fussel, Wedge, Smotherman, Martin & Price.

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I truly enjoy the relationship I have with my valued clients. I have had the privilege over the last 10+ years of representing clients with a variety of legal matters. I enjoy advising a client with a complex transactional matter but also represent the same client in an argument before the court. My experience includes handling hundreds of real estate transactions, forming many business entities, assisting clients with the purchase and sale of businesses (M&A), drafting hundreds of estate plans, guiding fiduciaries through about a hundred probates and trust administrations, defending hundreds of clients charged with crimes from...

James Blumberg is a dedicated and skilled criminal defense attorney who has practiced law for more than a decade. Although his legal career began as a prosecutor, James now serves as an advocate for men, women and juveniles facing criminal charges. James has handled a variety of cases in Apple Valley and the surrounding areas in Minnesota. As a former prosecutor, James is able view his client's case with a different perspective. He understands how the prosecution works and what the other side will do to secure a conviction. This experience on both sides of the law allows him to...

Jenna Eisenmenger is the founder of Midwest Family Law. Born and raised in the Midwest, Jenna has over a decade of experience practicing in family law in order to offer the very best advice in specific areas of expertise. Jenna has committed her professional skills and experience to pursuing the best for Minnesota’s families. Her dedication to clients and their well-being has earned her their respect and praise. Jenna has represented hundreds of clients in the areas of divorce, custody, domestic abuse, grandparent visitation, and various other areas of family law. She knows how complex and overwhelming...

Jerry has devoted himself exclusively to the practice of divorce and family law in Minnesota since 1993. He practices in all areas of family law including divorce, custody, child support, paternity, grandparents' rights, mediation, appeals, and same sex cases. Jerry is particularly experienced in representing clients in interstate and international divorce and child custody, and frequently advises other attorneys on these issues. Jerry's practice includes collaborative law and alternative dispute resolution. He is the author of the first Minnesota divorce and family law blog in the state, a recurring author for the Minnesota Association for Justice Magazine, and...

Jeff has been a lawyer for 34 years, practicing family law exclusively for 28 years. For the first six years of his career he was a staff attorney at the Minnesota Court of Appeals. He has handled hundreds of cases and has the experience dealing with substantial marital estates in the millions and has tried and litigated many cases, including lengthy custody matters. He is also a trained mediator and ADR neutral on the Minnesota State Roster and is a FENE and SENE neutral in Ramsey County, Anoka County, Washington County, Scott County, Carver County, Pine County, Chisago County, Isanti...

Isaac Tyroler has represented injured people since he began practicing law. After graduating cum laude from William Mitchell College of Law in 2009, Isaac clerked for the Honorable David R. Battey, where he gained valuable experience in the civil court system. After the clerkship, Isaac began representing injured victims in 2011 and has not stopped fighting for them since.

Isaac has been chosen as a Super Lawyers Rising Star from 2017-2019 for his work representing injured people. He is on the elected Board of Governors of the Minnesota Association of Justice, the top personal injury lawyers group in Minnesota, and has...

Adam Blahnik is a Minnesota divorce attorney and law partner at Blahnik, Prchal & Stoll PLLC, a law firm based out of Prior Lake, Minnesota (in Scott County). Adam practices in all areas of family law, including divorce, child custody, child support, spousal maintenance, property division, prenuptial agreements, paternity, Orders for Protection (OFP) and Harassment Restraining Orders (HRO). Adam also practices in tribal court, and frequently represents clients at the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC) and Prairie Island Tribal Court.

Adam received his juris doctor degree from William Mitchell College of Law in 2005, and was admitted to practice...

Blaschko Law Firm is dedicated to long term clients and assisting them in all aspects of their business and personal lives. We advise and assist our clients in their daily lives including Estate Planning, Powers of Attorney, Health Care Directives, Contracts, Real Estate, LLC and Company formation, Corporate Governance, and operations, exit strategies, Bankruptcy, and Elder Law as they age. We provide remote consultations via Phone or Video conferences during business hours and nights or weekends if necessary to accommodate our client's schedules. Your attorney works directly with you regarding your issues and your case. We offer flat fees, contingent...

John grew up in Bloomington, MN and graduated from Jefferson High School in 1985. He attended Mankato State University on a football scholarship before attending Indiana University School of Law and receiving his JD with honors in 1992. He moved his office to Burnsville, MN in 1994 and has remained in the same location for over 20 years. At Burns Law Office our practice is limited to family law matters such as divorce/separation, child custody, child support, father's rights, alimony/spousal maintenance, prenuptials and related matters. John is one of the most respected and experienced attorneys in...

Eric J. Olson has dedicated his career exclusively to criminal law, with a focus on DWI defense. For the past 20 years he has been defending people charged with all types of crimes. A trial lawyer with considerable courtroom experience in state and federal courts, Mr. Olson has received acquittals in many serious felony trials including first-degree murder, drug crimes, DWI, criminal sexual conduct and assault cases.

Licensed in the State of Minnesota, Attorney Olson is experienced in both prosecution and defense. He previously served as the assistant county attorney for the Olmsted County Attorney's Office where he handled criminal...

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...

You shouldn’t have to worry about the financial or legal mess that could leave your family in disarray. Stone Arch Law Office can help ensure that your family is cared for and secure with proper planning. We provide legal services in all areas of estate planning, including wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, trustee representation, and more. Make sure your loved ones are taken care of by contacting us today! Don’t let them go through the same stress you did while trying to figure out what needs to get done after you die. Trust us with all aspects of estate planning so...

Attorney Camry Fielders was born and raised in Southern Maryland but moved to Minnesota in 2020 in part to enjoy the Minnesota cold, experience a good snowstorm, and practice law. Camry received her Bachelor of Arts from St. Mary’s College of Maryland in 2015 and her law degree from the University of Baltimore School of Law in 2018. Camry arrives at Stone Arch Law Office with a background in advising clients on estate planning and probate administration. She enjoys walking her clients through the different estate plans and finding which plan best suits her clients’ needs and circumstances. Similarly, through...

Bankruptcy in both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13, has been my exclusive professional focus for over 20 years, which I have represented debtors from 1990 to date, from our orignal office in Chaska, to the new office in Shakopee. For over 23 years, attorney Paul Elliot Ross has helped clients throughout the Southwest Twin Cities Metro area who are struggling to pay off their debts. From the Shakopee law office of Ross & Associates, P.A., Mr. Ross assists individuals in understanding their consumer bankruptcy options, including both Chapter 7 liquidations and Chapter 13 reorganizations.

Rory Morse is a transplant from California to Minnesota and is thrilled to be a member of the Stone Arch Law team. A background education in Philosophy at San Francisco State University created a deep interest in logic, sound argumentation, and critical thinking that drew Rory towards the study and practice of Law at Santa Clara University School of Law. Rory’s professional focus is putting his client’s minds at ease — whether that means creating an estate plan for their family and legacy or guiding them through the administration of the estate of a loved one. With a background in advising...

Bill Maddix helps people who have been harmed by medical malpractice. He has practiced law in Minnesota for over 25 years and has handled medical negligence cases against all of the major healthcare systems in the Twin Cities and Greater Minnesota. Bill devotes 100% of his practice to medical malpractice and has obtained case results that are consistently recognized as among the top personal injury recoveries in Minnesota.

Duffy Defense was founded with one thing in mind, the client. Founder Alec Duffy grew up in a small town where access to attorneys was limited. The number of cases outpaced the means of the public defender, and private attorneys were few and far between. This backlog served to impact one class of people — the criminal defendant. But this is not just a small town phenomena that happened years ago. It is a current issue to communities all around the country. With limited time, defendants are unable to make informed decisions about their cases, and attorneys are unable to...

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.

Dan is a founding partner of RAM Law, and focuses his practice on family law, criminal defense, and landlord-tenant law. He received his law degree, cum laude, from Mitchell Hamline School of Law, where he made the Dean’s List multiple times, contributed to the Mitchell Hamline Law Review journal, co-taught a contracts class, and was honored with the CALI Excellence for the Future Award—an award given to the highest scoring student in each course. During his time at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, where he received a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Dan interned for the Wisconsin State Public Defender’s Office....

Paul Lelii has been a legal advisor to his community since 2004. Mr. Lelii is able to offer legal services for a wide variety of cases; however, Mr. Lelii’s primary focus is on employer WAGE THEFT and employment discrimination. Additionally, Mr. Lelii represents victims that have suffered severe personal injuries as a result of the negligence of others. Mr. Lelii knows your time is valuable and that your case is important, which is why he is committed to getting you results as quickly as possible but maximizing your recovery.

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...

A practitioner in the areas of estate planning, estate administration, and elder law including long term care planning. I work with individuals and families to plan for the unknown, prepare any necessary documents, and to inform my clients of all of the options available to them in the event long term care is needed.

Chris is a 1994 graduate of University of Jamestown (Summa Cum Laude) and a 1997 graduate of Michell Hamline School of Law (Magna Cum Laude).

He has spent his entire career helping disabled or injured individuals.

When practicing Workers Compensation law, Chris only represents injured workers and never represents insurance companies or employers.

Chris uses his knowledge and experience to guide you through each step taken on your case and inform you of all available options. He is a strong and well-respected advocate who is a leading attorney in the fields of Workers Compensation and Social Security.

He is member of the Sixth District...

I practice in the areas of real estate, business law, and legal planning. My practice focuses on assisting individuals and businesses with a variety of legal needs, including real estate transactions, commercial transactions, business disputes, and succession planning. My goal is to provide both legal expertise and practical advice to my clients.

Patrick Casey focuses his practice on criminal defense, family law and civil litigation. He provides client-centered representation and is sensitive to his clients’ needs. Patrick is an award winning trial attorney. He was Minnesota Attorney of the Year in 2019. Most recently the Mankato Free Press named Patrick the Best Attorney for 2023.

Joseph Gangi is a Mankato-area trial and appellate lawyer. Give Joseph a call today: 507-625-2525.

Christopher (Chris) Huether joined the firm in October of 2007 and he became a partner in July of 2011. His practice focuses in the areas of estate planning, real estate, consumer bankruptcy, and family law.

He received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Minnesota Morris in 2004, and welcomed the opportunity to return to West-Central Minnesota.

Chris is a member of the Alexandria Sertoma Club and the Alexandria City Planning Commission. In his spare time, Chris enjoys hiking Minnesota’s state parks, volunteering with civic groups, reading all types of books, playing basketball, and spending time with his wife,...

Ryan received his Juris Doctor from the University of Minnesota in 2017. While attending law school, Ryan was involved in the school's bankruptcy clinic program, where he represented low-income individuals in bankruptcy filings and proceedings. Ryan also competed in the Maynard Pirsig Moot Court program and went on to be a student director in the program.

Prior to joining the firm, Ryan clerked for a Hennepin County judge working on civil and family law matters. Ryan focuses his practice in the areas of bankruptcy and social security cases in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Ryan is admitted to practice law in the state...

Richard Schreiber has been practicing bankruptcy law for over 20 years. He is a member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, and has an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. Call or email for a free consultation.

As a recognized trial attorney in the Twin Cities and across the State of Minnesota, Mr. Cotter achieves results for his clients. Focusing on criminal law and injury law, Mr. Cotter does whatever it takes to win these life-changing cases for his clients. As a former prosecuting attorney for the cities of Eagan, Burnsville and Mendota Heights, Mr. Cotter litigated hundreds of cases. Mr. Cotters peers have consistently nominated him as a "Rising Star" and "Super Lawyer" attorney, an honor bestowed on only 2.5% of attorneys. Mr. Cotter is certified as a specialist in criminal 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...

Zachary A. Wiegand is a Burnsville estate planning and probate attorney who counsels clients on estate planning, probate, and trust administration matters. Zach helps families preserve and protect their hard-earned assets by drafting comprehensive and protective estate plans including wills, trusts, health care directives and powers of attorney. Following the death of a loved one, Zach also helps navigate families through the probate or trust administration process.

By working closely with his clients and listening intently to their concerns, Zach is better able to understand the goals and wishes of each individual and family he represents. Once each client’s goals are...