Madelia Lawyers

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...

Richard Stermer has practiced law in Western Minnesota for the past 24 years. Mr. Stermer has extensive experience in handling a variety of cases in both State and Federal Courts. Mr. Stermer focuses his practice on bankruptcy, and complicated litigation and appeals.

Bob graduated from the University of Minnesota Law School (cum laude) in 1974 and has been a trial lawyer for 40 years. Since law school, he has practiced as a lawyer in Minnesota and throughout the country on trial and appellate levels in the state and federal courts. Bob was an associate attorney and then partner with the law firm of Carlsen, Greiner & Law from 1974 to 1986 where he handled complex construction, personal injury, employment, commercial and product liability litigation. In 1994 Bob completed the Ultimate Trial Advocacy College in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, which was a one-week intensive trial...

Guy E. Mattson is a trial lawyer who has been working in personal injury law since 2004. His practice is focused solely on protecting the rights of those injured in accidents or helping those who have lost loved ones due to the carelessness of others. Guy has represented injured clients nationwide, successfully recovering millions of dollars on their behalf. Guy’s core philosophy that every client is somebody’s mother or father, son or daughter, distinguishes him from many other personal injury lawyers who lose sight of the personal loss suffered by clients. Often described by clients as someone who “gets it,” Guy...

Mr. McDonald has established himself as a distinguished attorney in the legal community as the owner and operator of the Law Office of Jerry A. McDonald PLC since 2002. Bringing over two decades of experience to his practice, he specializes in family law, business law, estate planning, probate, and criminal law. His expertise in these areas is a testament to his dedication and comprehensive understanding of the legal system. Besides founding his Minnesota law firm, Mr. McDonald garnered success as a business consultant for over five years, where he honed his skills in strategic planning and client advisement. However, his...

My practice is focused on Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy case for individuals and small business in Minnesota. I have over 20 years of experience representing my clients in a personal and professional manner.

Retired

B.S. University of Minnesota, 1984
J.D., Washington University in St. Louis School of Law, 1992

Mr. Swift is a Minnesota Lawyer practicing primarily in Criminal Defense and Juvenile Defense.

I created TarioLegal to help individuals and businesses recover and thrive during this Great Recession. I believe appropriate and thoughtful use of the law is the most effective way to improve our community and our country as the recession drags on. With experience in the Federal courts and a passion for financial matters, I am uniquely qualified to serve clients in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy, financial restructures, business reorganizations, business contracts, and civil litigation.

Shannon Cook is an attorney with the Minneapolis-based business law firm Bernick Lifson. Her areas of focus include tax law, collections, and creditors remedies. She received her Juris Doctor from William Mitchell College of Law, along with a Law and Business certification. As a student, she was head of the school's Tax Law Society. Before attending William Mitchell College of Law, she earned her Bachelor of Science from University of Minnesota.

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Brooke C. Nelson is an attorney at Minneapolis-based law firm Bernick Lifson. At the partnership, she specializes in legal issues related to commercial litigation, real estate, land use, and creditors’ remedies. She received her J.D. from University of St. Thomas in 2007, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude. She is a member of Minnesota Women Lawyers, the Minnesota State Bar Association, the Hennepin County Bar Association, and the Volunteer Lawyers Network.

As a dedicated family law attorney, and recent nominee as a Super Lawyer - Rising Star in 2024, I am committed to providing compassionate legal representation. I am a Minnesota native. I received my law degree from Mitchell Hamline School of Law in St. Paul, Minnesota. In years prior, I lived in California, where I earned a Master's in Public Policy focusing on Economics from Pepperdine University. I strive to meet the unique needs of each client. Whether through settlement discussion, mediation, or trial, I am committed to advocating for my clients' rights and interests. With this goal in mind, I...

I have been representing individuals with their contacts with the legal system for over 47 years. I try to help my clients make informed decisions so that they have the information necessary to make their decisions based upon the best information available. No lawyer should make decisions for the client but enable the client to start the decision making process from the beginning and not become dependent on the attorney but know how to make future decisions in these areas without stress with a new found strength.