Spring Park Lawyers

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...

Practicing education law on behalf of students for 29 years.

Matthew Schaap is a shareholder at Dougherty Molenda and serves on the firm's board of directors. He focuses on personal and business litigation, offering clients seasoned guidance in and out of the courtroom. Starting his career as a Judicial Law Clerk to Judge Elizabeth Hayden in Minnesota, Matthew supported judicial decision-making with crucial research and writing. He gained valuable experience assisting in jury trials across criminal and civil contexts, observing winning trial techniques firsthand. Joining Dougherty Molenda in 2004 post-clerkship, Matthew dedicated his practice to litigation and trial advocacy. He aims to be a zealous advocate, ensuring thorough research on all pertinent...

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...