Nerstrand Lawyers

Boyd Johnson's practice focuses on probate and trust administration and related tax work. He is well-acquainted with Minnesota's probate and trust administration procedures and can help families navigate the difficult time when loved ones pass away. Additionally, Boyd assists individuals and families with estate planning, probate prevention, and estate tax management. Since every perso's situation is different, he tailors each estate plan with appropriate planning techniques to meet the client's unique objectives. Boyd enjoys spending time with his wife, a nurse at a local clinic. They live in Wayzata and can frequently be found visiting the area's lakes and parks. Boyd was...

I joined the Government Law department at Barna, Guzy & Steffen in June 2023. With a solid background in criminal law and trial advocacy, I have developed a comprehensive understanding of the legal field through various roles. Prior to my current position, I served as an Assistant Public Defender and a Judge Advocate with the Minnesota Army National Guard for several years. My professional journey also includes several years in private practice, where I represented clients in criminal, civil, and business law matters. In addition to practicing law, I have been an adjunct faculty member at St. Cloud State University, teaching...

Attorney Chris Brevik has been practicing law for over 18 years, representing clients dealing with criminal defense, family law, and personal injury cases. His goal as an Anoka County attorney is to make sure that each client gets personalized attention and a solution tailored to fit their exact needs. Attorney Brevik’s experience has allowed him to gain a deep understanding of the legal system and how to approach each situation, no matter how difficult it may seem. To ensure that each client can obtain cost-effective legal representation, Mr. Brevik offers a free initial consultation for those interested in retaining his...

For the past 36 years, I have served as a general practice attorney, representing thousands of individuals across various legal fields including Real Estate, Evictions, Bankruptcy, Family Law, Wills, Trusts and Estates, Municipal Law, Criminal Defense, Business Law, Contracts, and Personal Injury. I am committed to handling each case with compassion and dedication, while vigorously pursuing the most effective legal strategies for my clients. My background as a former city and township attorney and prosecutor allows me to leverage my accumulated knowledge and experience to advocate for my clients' best interests effectively. My client base spans the State of Minnesota, particularly...

I have focused my practice exclusively on criminal defense. With experience in more than 30 jury trials, I have secured not guilty verdicts in cases ranging from assault, DWI, misdemeanor theft, felony theft, and domestic assault, to criminal sexual conduct, burglary, attempted murder, and criminal vehicular homicide.

Attorney James Teigland is a Moorhead native who graduated from Park Christian High School of Moorhead in 2006 and attended Minnesota State University Moorhead where he studied Economics until he graduated in 2010. Mr. Teigland attended William Mitchell College of Law from 2010-2013, and is licensed to practice in Minnesota and North Dakota. While attending law school, Mr. Teigland volunteered as a Law Clerk at the Council on Crime and Justice, clerked for Judge John P. Smith, Externed at Merrill Corporation, and was a Legal Assistant at the Sortland Law Office. After law school Mr. Teigland started...

Attorney Kelly Klun is successful because she listens to her client’s needs and objectives. She practices primarily in the areas of real estate, estate planning, business law, and probate. Her practice covers a broad range of commercial and residential real estate transactions, with particular focus on commercial leasing, land use, and related development agreements. As for estate planning, she works with families and individuals to ensure that their wishes are achieved and that the estate plan, whether it be a will or trust, is properly carried out. In addition, Kelly routinely prepares health care directives, financial powers...