Rider Bennett, LLP
Industry: Law firm
DescriptionRider Bennett, LLP was a 47-year-old, Minneapolis-based law firm that closed in May 2007. It was founded in 1960 by Stu Rider, Gene Bennett and Bill Egan, all three of whom had attended the University of Minnesota Law School together. They were later joined by Chet Johnson and Ed Arundel. Founded: 1960 People also search for: Trevor Law Group, Tillinghast Licht,
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Rider Bennett, LLP Employees
Neve Webb, PLLC January 2011 - Present
Neve Law, PLLC 2002 - December 2010
Rider Bennett, LLP 1998 - 2002
Hessian & McKasy, P.A. 1996 - 1998
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Employment Litigation, Appeals, Civil Litigation, Mediation, Trials, Legal Issues, Employment Law, Personal Injury, Personal Injury..., Product Liability, Arbitration, Trial Practice, Alternative Dispute..., Torts
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1994 — 1997
Juris Doctorate, Law
Optum June 2015 - Present
Rels Valuation 2014 - 2015
Optum October 2009 - May 2014
Optum March 2007 - April 2010
CNA Insurance 2006 - 2007
Rider Bennett LLP 2002 - 2006
McCollum Crowley Law 2001 - 2002
Selmer and Associates P.A. 2000 - 2001
Skills
Corporate Law, Data Privacy, Corporate Governance, Medical Compliance, Intellectual Property, ERISA, Risk Management, Litigation, Legal Research, Litigation Management, Healthcare Operations, Healthcare Payment..., Legal Compliance, Healthcare, Vendor Contracts, Payment Cycle Management, Affordable Care Act, Intercompany..., Software Licensing, Non-disclosure..., Dodd-Frank, Due Diligence, FDCPA, CFPB, Revenue Cycle Management, Customer contracting, Employment Law, Mergers & Acquisitions, Legal Writing
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1997 — 2000
Doctor of Law (JD)
St. Olaf College 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and History, cum laude
RBC Capital Markets December 2008 - Present
Taylor Corporation January 2007 - December 2008
Northwest Airlines 2006 - 2006
Rider Bennett, LLP 2000 - 2006
Mackall, Crounse & Moore PLLP 1998 - 2000
Skills
Employment Law, Arbitration, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Legal Writing, Legal Compliance, Mediation, Civil Litigation, Corporate Governance, Employment..., Legal Research
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1995 — 1998
J.D., Law
St. Olaf College 1991 — 1995
B.A., American Studies, English, History
Moorhead H.S. 1987 — 1991
River Valley Paralegal Services LLC June 2012 - Present
City of Shakopee Planning Commission/Board of Adjustments and Appeals November 2014 - Present
Tarshish Cody, PLC 2015 - Present
Minnesota Judicial Branch August 2006 - June 2012
Rider Bennett, LLP March 2003 - December 2005
Nicklaus Braaten & Hollenhorst PLLC February 2000 - March 2003
Fredrikson & Byron February 1998 - December 1999
Skills
Alternative Dispute..., Family Law, Courts, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Probate, Trials, Litigation, Legal Documents, Legal Issues, Corporate Law, Litigation Support, Pleadings, Employment Law, Management, Public Speaking, Mediation
Education
Ashford University 2010 — 2011
Master's Degree, Organizational Management, 4.0
Ashford University 2008 — 2009
Bachelor's Degree, Organizational Management/Public Administration, 4.0
Hennepin Technical College 1990 — 1991
Diploma, Administrative Support Careers/Legal, 4.0
St. Norbert College 1989 — 1990
Elementary Education/Mathematics
Shakopee Senior High
Diploma - graduated with high honors
Ogletree Deakins Nash Smoak & Stewart, PC May 2015 - Present
Ford & Harrison LLP May 2007 - May 2015
Rider Bennett, LLP October 2000 - May 2007
Lapp, Libra, Thomson, Stoebner & Pusch September 1987 - October 2000
Minnesota Court of Appeals September 1986 - August 1987
Skills
Employment Law, Litigation, Employment..., Legal Advice, Trade Secrets, Employment Contracts, Discrimination, Commercial Litigation, Non-compete Agreements, Civil Litigation, Employment Law..., Appeals, Employee Relations, Employment Practices..., Employment Litigation, Employment Counseling, Legal Writing, Legal Research
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1983 — 1986
J.D., Law
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1979 — 1983
BS, Political Science
St. Louis Park High School 1977 — 1979
Faegre Baker Daniels LLP August 2014 - Present
Faegre Baker Daniels LLP February 2011 - August 2014
Faegre & Benson LLP September 2007 - February 2011
Rider Bennett, LLP July 2005 - September 2007
Faegre & Benson LLP November 2003 - July 2005
James J. Hill Reference Library November 2001 - November 2003
Skills
Knowledge Management, Legal Research, Library Management, Document Management, Taxonomy, Library, Information Management, Research, Content Management, Competitive Intelligence, Library Science, Online Research, SharePoint, Intranet, Enterprise Content..., CRM, IT Management, Libraries, Project Management, Management, Leadership, Litigation
Education
Dominican University 1998 — 2001
MLIS
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1991 — 1995
BA, English
Allegiant Travel Company May 2015 - Present
Travelers 2012 - November 2014
Best Buy 2009 - 2012
Delta Air Lines 2005 - 2009
Northwest Airlines 2003 - 2005
Seaton, Beck & Peters 2000 - 2003
Rider Bennett, LLP 1998 - 2000
Skills
Employee Relations, Labor Relations, Human Resources, Employment Law, Investigation, Union Avoidance, HR Policies, Conflict Resolution, Policy, Legal Compliance, Litigation, Mediation, Personnel Management, Arbitration, Employee Engagement, Interviews, Employee Benefits, Grievances, Collective Bargaining, Recruiting, Training, FMLA, Succession Planning, Union, Performance Management, Contract Negotiation, Workforce Planning, Workers Compensation, Negotiation, Deferred Compensation, Management, Employee Handbooks, Onboarding, Leadership Development, Private Investigations
Education
University of Baltimore School of Law
JD
St. Olaf College
Bachelor of Arts
Neve Webb PLLC May 2007 - Present
Rider Bennett LLP October 2002 - May 2007
Oppenheimer Wolff & Donnelly June 2001 - October 2002
Minnesota Attorney General September 1996 - June 2001
Skills
Identity Theft, Mortgage Fraud, Tax Evasion, Health Care Fraud, White Collar Criminal..., Defense, Criminal Defense Lawyer, Jury Trials, Health Care..., RICO, Insurance Fraud, Securities Fraud, Sex Crimes, Criminal Law, Criminal Defense, Civil Litigation, Trials, Trial Practice, Fraud, Corporate Law, Employment Law, Licensing, Prosecution, Intellectual Property, Litigation
Education
Boston University School of Law 1993 — 1996
JD
Drew University 1983 — 1987
Harvard-Westlake School 1979 — 1983
Stoel Rives LLP 2015 - Present
Moss & Barnett, P.A. April 2012 - December 2014
Lindquist & Vennum December 2010 - March 2012
Winthrop & Weinstine June 2004 - November 2010
Parsinen Kaplan Rosberg & Gotlieb June 2002 - May 2004
Rider Bennett, LLP September 2000 - May 2002
Skills
Estate Planning, Trusts, Wills, Estate Tax Planning, Gift Tax, Estate Administration, Business Formation, Powers of Attorney, Estate Law, Legal Advice, Guardianship, Succession Planning, Corporate Law
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1997 — 2000
JD, cum laude
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management
Masters Business Taxation (MBT), major degree requirements completed, Taxation
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
B.S., cum laude, CLA Honors College, Economics
Engelmeier & Umanah, P.A. January 2009 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP January 1999 - February 2006
Authur Andersen, LLP September 1997 - December 1998
Skills
Wills, Trusts, Estate Planning, Property Law, Powers of Attorney, Corporate Governance, Trials, Mediation, Corporate Law, Civil Litigation
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1994 — 1997
Doctor of Law (JD), Law
Saint Joseph's University 1990 — 1992
MBA, Accounting Management
Fafinski Mark & Johnson, P.A. May 2007 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP 1993 - 2007
Rider Bennett, LLP October 1989 - April 1993
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Employment Litigation, Litigation, Non-compete Agreements, Trade Secrets, Employment Law, Courts, Civil Litigation, Trademarks, Employment..., Business Litigation, Dispute, Business Transactions, Product Liability, Class Actions, Copyright Law
Education
Duke University 1983 — 1986
MA, Economics
Duke University School of Law 1983 — 1986
JD
University of Vermont 1979 — 1982
BA, Economics, Political Science
Builders Association of the Twin Cities April 2014 - Present
Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA) September 2012 - April 2014
Rust Consulting May 2007 - August 2012
Rider Bennett, LLP 2005 - 2007
Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal 2000 - 2005
C.I. Title/US Recordings, Inc. 1999 - 2000
Bowman and Brooke 1997 - 1999
Okabena Co. 1988 - 1997
KPMG US 1985 - 1987
Skills
Accounting, Forecasting, Budgets, Microsoft Excel, General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Leadership, Payroll, Internal Controls, Microsoft Office, SOX Compliancy, US GAAP, Team Leadership, Business Process..., Problem Solving, FRx Report Writer, FAS, Elite, Platinum, ADP Payroll, Risk Management, Financial Modeling, Management, Finance, Internal Audit, Vendor Management
Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato 1981 — 1985
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Accounting/CPA
Hennepin County Attorney's Office September 2013 - Present
Minnesota House of Representatives January 2005 - Present
Uniform Law Commission December 2011 - Present
John's Auto Parts January 2003 - January 2013
Free to Be, Inc. January 2003 - June 2012
Minneapolis 2020 Olympic Exploratory Committee 2005 - 2006
Rider Bennett, LLP July 2000 - May 2002
Melissa A. Hortman, Attorney at Law, P.A. December 1997 - June 2000
Central Minnesota Legal Services September 1996 - November 1997
Hennepin County Judge John J. Sommerville January 1996 - August 1996
Skills
Public Policy, Legislative Relations, Policy Analysis, Legislation, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Government, Policy, Non-profits, Mediation, Politics, Litigation, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Civil Litigation, Grassroots Organizing, Strategic Planning, Commercial Litigation, Legal Assistance, Research, Program Development, Political Campaigns, Nonprofits
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1992 — 1995
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Boston University 1988 — 1991
BA, Philosophy and Political Science
Nilan Johnson Lewis PA April 2007 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP September 2004 - April 2007
Harrington Langer & Associates 1999 - 2002
Skills
Civil Litigation, Product Liability, Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Appeals, Legal Research, Torts, Personal Injury, Courts, Class Actions, Trial Practice, Trials
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 2001 — 2004
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Magna Cum Laude, Class Rank 10/241
University of Minnesota-Duluth 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Accounting
Duluth East
University of Minnesota September 2007 - Present
Hamline University June 2006 - September 2007
Rider Bennett, LLP June 2001 - June 2006
Minneapolis Public Schools 1996 - 1999
Skills
Mediation, Legal Writing, Litigation, Legal Research, Consumer Law, Commercial Litigation, Legal Assistance, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Employment Law, Community Outreach
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1989 — 1992
J.D., Law
Stanford University 1983 — 1987
A.B., International Relations
Breck School
Manty & Associates, P.A. December 2007 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP May 2003 - December 2007
Blackwell Burke P.A. 1999 - May 2003
Robins, Kaplan, Miller & Ciresi L.L.P. 1993 - 1999
Skills
Legal Writing, Legal Research, Bankruptcy, Civil Litigation, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Breach Of Contract, Creditors' Rights, Debtors, Business Litigation, Consumer Law, Appeals, Document Review, Chapter 7, Chapter 11, Mediation, Courts
Education
William Mitchell College of Law
Doctor of Law (JD), Cum laude
Concordia University-St. Paul
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Terzich & Ort, LLP 2007 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP August 2001 - February 2007
---- 1999 - July 2001
Vermuelen Law Office June 1998 - July 2001
Minnesota's Third Judicial District August 1997 - May 1998
Skills
Family Law, Criminal Law, Juvenile Law, Child Support, Paternity, Domestic Relations, Alternative Dispute..., Divorce Law, Prenuptial Agreements, Collaborative Law, Business Litigation, Trial Practice
Education
William Mitchell College of Law
J.D. (Cum Laude), Law
University of Minnesota Duluth
B.A. (Cum Laude), Criminal Justice
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of St, Cloud August 2007 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP August 2000 - December 2004
The Saint Paul Hotel June 1999 - August 2000
Marquette Hotel March 1993 - June 1999
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Spreadsheets, Administrative..., Training, Administrative..., Software Documentation
Education
Anoka Ramsey Community College
Coon Rapids Senior High
State of Minnesota July 2007 - Present
Minnesota Attorney General's Office 2007 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP 2005 - 2007
Minnesota Court of Appeals 2003 - 2005
Skills
Appellate Practice, Criminal Law, Civil Litigation, Administrative Law, Health Law, Appeals, Courts, Legal Research, Legal Issues, Depositions
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 2000 — 2003
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sociology of Law, Criminology and Deviance
ServeMinnesota Action Network October 2012 - Present
Sholom Community Alliance March 2012 - September 2012
J&B Group May 2008 - February 2012
Rider Bennett, LLP May 2005 - January 2008
Spanlink Communications January 2004 - May 2005
Medtronic January 2003 - January 2004
Capella University January 2001 - December 2002
Rainforest Cafe January 1999 - December 2000
Grand Casinos, Inc. January 1996 - December 1998
Stein Industries Inc January 1995 - December 1996
Skills
Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Recruiting, HRIS, Personnel Management, Benefits Administration, Social Media, Microsoft Excel, Interviews, Onboarding
Education
Metropolitan State University
Liberal Arts
Minnesota School of Business
A.A.S., Business Administration
Silver Family Enterprises June 2007 - Present
4th Judicial District Attorney's Office July 2006 - June 2007
El Paso County Sheriff's Office November 2004 - July 2006
TESSA July 2004 - November 2004
Tubman Family Alliance August 2003 - May 2004
Rider Bennett, LLP February 2003 - July 2003
Liberty Mutual May 2000 - February 2003
Skills
Legal Research, Community Outreach, Legal Writing, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Grant Writing, Legal Assistance, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Volunteer Management, Outlook, Oral, Data Entry, Social Networking, Microsoft Word, Policy, Pleadings, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Courts, Criminal Law, Mediation, Trials, Government, Training, Insurance, Proofreading, Westlaw, Creative Writing, Administrative..., Event Planning, Research, Nonprofits, Editing, Leadership, Program Development
Education
Concordia College 1996 — 2000
Political Science
Self-Employed September 2014 - Present
C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. August 2011 - August 2014
Faegre & Benson LLP August 2009 - May 2011
Dell 2011 - 2011
Dorsey & Whitney LLP June 2008 - August 2009
Self-Employed September 2005 - June 2008
Rider Bennett, LLP June 2003 - September 2005
Gustavus Adolphus College August 2002 - June 2003
Braun Intertec Corporation May 2002 - August 2002
Children's Hospitals and Clinics May 2001 - August 2001
Skills
Internal Communications, Marketing Communications, Press Releases, Editing, Public Relations, Strategic Communications, Corporate Communications, Social Media, Blogging, Marketing, Business Development, Newsletters, Management, Strategic Planning, Fundraising, Leadership, Strategy, Writing, Project Management, Event Planning, Social Media Marketing
Education
International Association of Coaching
Certified Human Behavior Science Specialist, Human Behavior Science
Gustavus Adolphus College 1999 — 2003
B.A., Writing Intensive English
Melcrum
Black Belt 1 and 2, Internal Communication
Fredrikson & Byron July 2012 - Present
Mackenzie & Dornik, P.A. June 2006 - February 2012
Rider Bennett, LLP July 2001 - May 2006
Robins, Kaplan, Miller & Ciresi L.L.P. March 1988 - July 2001
Skills
Litigation, Civil Litigation, Litigation Support, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Product Liability, Eminent Domain, Real Estate, Commercial Litigation, Appeals, Courts, Mediation, Arbitration
Education
Ecole Superieure D'Affaires Et De La Secretariat
Diploma, Executive Secretarial - Bilingual
International School of Brussels
Diploma
KPMG LLP July 1995 - Present
Piper Jaffray September 1992 - July 1995
Rider Bennett, LLP September 1989 - September 1992
Skills
Administrative..., Spreadsheets, Calendars, Confidentiality, Outlook, Calendaring, Travel Arrangements, Expenses, Data Entry, Expense Management, Office Management, Lotus Notes, Time Management, Office Administration, Microsoft Word, Expense Reports, Administrative...
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Administrative Staff Certificate
Minnesota School of Business 1985 — 1986
1 year certificate, Legal Secretarial
Law Office of Janice K. O'Grady January 2008 - Present
Bowman and Brooke May 1985 - December 2007
Rider Bennett, LLP June 1980 - May 1985
Skills
Trials, Civil Litigation, Product Liability, Business Litigation, Contract Negotiation, Nonprofits, Legal Writing, Appeals, Personal Injury, Courts, Torts
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1977 — 1980
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Emphasis in litigation, Graduated Cum Laude
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1971 — 1973
Bachelor's Degree, Business, Graduated with High Distinction
Rust Consulting, Inc. April 2006 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP March 2005 - February 2006
Stephenson & Sanford June 2000 - February 2005
Skills
Legal Research, Westlaw, Litigation, Legal Writing, Mediation, Courts, Legal Assistance, Civil Litigation, Document Review, Litigation Support, Bankruptcy
Education
Normandale Community College 1994 — 1996
2 year, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
North Adams State College 1992 — 1994
Westford Academy 1989 — 1992
Stoel Rives LLP April 2008 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP October 1998 - February 2006
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Litigation, Trade Secrets, Legal Advice, Unfair Competition, Breach Of Contract, Trials, Defamation, Arbitration, Class Actions, Appeals, Non-compete Agreements
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1995 — 1998
JD
Carleton College 1989 — 1993
BA, History
Lindquist & Vennum, P.L.L.P. May 2007 - Present
University of St. Thomas Law School August 2008 - Present
Hennepin County Probate Court September 2011 - September 2012
Rider Bennett, LLP 1999 - 2007
Minnesota Court of Appeals August 1998 - March 1999
Skills
Litigation, Trusts, Wills, Estate Planning, Estate Administration, Estate Tax Planning, Guardianship, Conservatorships, Revocable Trusts, Gift Tax, Estate Law, Powers of Attorney, Wealth
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1995 — 1998
J.D., Law
Marquette University 1991 — 1995
B.A.
Fargo North High
Federated Mutual Insurance Company March 2015 - Present
Bassford Remele 2007 - February 2015
Rider Bennett, LLP 2004 - 2007
Rider Bennett, LLP 2003 - 2004
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 2001 — 2004
Nilan Johnson Lewis PA May 2010 - Present
UnitedHealthcare 2009 - 2010
Halleland Lewis Nilan & Johnson 2003 - 2009
Minnesota Attorney General's Office 1997 - 2003
Rider Bennett, LLP 1991 - 1997
Education
University of Wisconsin Law School 1988 — 1991
J.D.
Grinnell College 1984 — 1988
City House June 2015 - Present
Bateson Consulting LLC 2008 - Present
Lind, Jensen, Sullivan & Peterson, P.A. June 2013 - Present
University of St. Thomas September 2012 - Present
National Legal Mentoring Consortium February 2010 - Present
University of St. Thomas School of Law August 2005 - May 2014
University of St. Thomas School of Law February 2011 - May 2013
University of St. Thomas School of Law April 2005 - February 2011
Rider Bennett, LLP September 2000 - April 2005
Gislason & Hunter LLP 1999 - 2000
Skills
Legal Research, Public Speaking, Mentoring, Marketing, Career Counseling, Higher Education, Leadership, Public Relations, Program Development, Corporate Communications, Time Management, Recruiting, Strategy, Staff Development, Fundraising, Teaching, Student Affairs, Community Outreach, Workers Compensation..., Workers' Compensation..., Research, Leadership Development, Workers Compensation, Policy, Volunteer Management, Curriculum Design, Editing, Conflict Resolution, Event Planning, Project Planning, Grant Writing, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Organizational..., Resume Writing, Career Development, Training, Workshop Facilitation, Critical Thinking, Student Development, Admissions, Alumni Relations, Team Leadership, Philanthropy, Professional Mentoring, Relationship Building, Building Effective..., Community Connections, Building Connections
Education
University of Saint Thomas - School of Business 2009 — 2013
Certificate, Master of Business Communications
University of Minnesota Law School 1997 — 2000
J.D.
University of St. Thomas 1993 — 1997
B.A., Philosophy & Political Science
Totino Grace
Schenck SC February 2013 - Present
Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c. December 2010 - February 2013
Gray Plant Mooty March 2008 - January 2011
Rider Bennett, LLP June 2000 - December 2003
Herrick & Hart, et al. October 1997 - April 1998
Bowman and Brooke July 1990 - June 1997
Skills
Trademarks, Trademark Infringement, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Product Liability, Trials, Intellectual Property, Estate Planning, Contract Law, Legal Assistance
Education
University of Phoenix 2009 — 2011
BSB, Business, Entrepreneurship
Phoenix College 1992 — 1995
AAS, Legal Assisting
Simpler Life Cleaning Service May 2007 - Present
previous cleaning company October 2004 - May 2007
Messerli & Kramer October 2002 - January 2005
Rider Bennett, LLP 1998 - 2001
Skills
Management, Customer Service, Cleaning, QuickBooks, Small Business, Outlook, iTunes, Home Cleaning, Maid Service, Team Building, Leadership, Marketing, Professional Cleaning, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Public Speaking, Time Management, Advertising, Team Leadership, Residential Homes, Sales, Customer Satisfaction
Education
St. Catherine University 1990 — 1992
Generals
Forest Lake Senior High 1985 — 1988
Diploma
Optum (a UnitedHealth Group company) May 2010 - Present
UnitedHealthcare (a UnitedHealth Group company) June 2007 - May 2010
Rider Bennett, LLP August 2005 - June 2007
Gregerson Rosow Johnson & Nilan October 2001 - August 2005
Skills
Contract Negotiation, Healthcare, Mergers, Corporate Law, Executive Management, Banking, Corporate Governance, Strategy, Procurement, Privacy Law, Policy, Licensing, Insurance, Financial Services, Litigation Management, Legal Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Software Licensing, Licensing Agreements, SaaS, Producer Licensing, Strategic Partnerships, Department Budgeting, Social Media, Board of Directors, Mergers & Acquisitions
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1998 — 2001
JD
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1996 — 1998
B.A., Political Science
Hamline University August 2008 - Present
Hamline University September 2009 - August 2014
Hamline University September 2011 - June 2013
Minnesota School of Business 2006 - April 2008
Leech Lake Realty 2004 - 2006
Rider Bennett, LLP 1998 - 2004
Skills
Legal Education, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Westlaw, Employment Law, Litigation Support, Mediation, Alternative Dispute..., Legal Issues, Research, Trials, Courts
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1996 — 1999
JD, cum laude, Law
Concordia College 1992 — 1995
BA, cum laude, Political Science
ABB-Enterprise Software March 2015 - Present
Ventyx October 2013 - March 2015
First Data Corporation October 2009 - November 2012
First Data Corporation September 2009 - March 2011
UnitedHealth Group October 1998 - February 2009
Rider Bennett, LLP April 1995 - October 1998
Littler Mendelson August 1990 - April 1995
Skills
Learning Management, Corporate University, Global Management, IT Management, Talent Management, Employee Relations, Employee Engagement, HR Strategy, HR Transformation, Global Strategy, Executive Compensation, Executive Coaching, Benefits Design, Succession Planning, Performance Management, Employment Law, Employer Branding, Workforce Planning, Organizational Design, Strategy, Leadership, Mergers & Acquisitions, Personnel Management, Change Management, Leadership Development, Performance Improvement, Deferred Compensation, Executive Pay, Onboarding, Strategic Planning, Organizational..., Employee Benefits, Program Management, Talent Acquisition, Organizational..., Career Development, Team Building, Human Resources, Executive Management, Management, Process Improvement, HRIS, Team Management, HR Consulting, Culture Change, Outsourcing
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1987 — 1990
JD, Employment Law
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1983 — 1987
BA, Economics
Accenture June 2015 - Present
Accenture December 1997 - June 2015
Rider Bennett, LLP March 1995 - December 1997
Rinke Noonan Law Firm May 1994 - March 1995
Skills
Legal Assistance, Privacy Law, Corporate Governance, Intellectual Property, Corporate Law, Licensing, Data Privacy, Mergers, Joint Ventures, Software Licensing, Employment Law, Due Diligence, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Advice, Corporate Development, Legal Compliance, FCPA, Acquisition Integration, Contract Negotiation, Management Consulting, Governance, M&A experience, Negotiation, Legal Research, Divestitures, Outsourcing, International Law, Dispute Resolution, Mergers & Acquisitions, Legal Writing, Mediation, Patents, Restructuring, IT law, IT Law
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1991 — 1994
Juris Doctor, Law
St. Olaf College 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Arts, Economics and English
Larson King, LLP 2005 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP 2001 - 2004
Minnesota Court of Appeals 1998 - 2001
Arthur Chapman 1991 - 1998
Skills
Appellate Advocacy, Malpractice Defense, Insurance Coverage..., Litigation, Appeals, Appellate Practice, Professional Malpractice, Civil Litigation, Trials, Insurance, Personal Injury, Arbitration, Business Litigation, Dispute Resolution, Insurance Law, Legal Research, Torts, Alternative Dispute..., Product Liability
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1988 — 1991
JD, magna cum laude, law
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1983 — 1988
B.A., cum laude, history
Robins Kaplan LLP September 2013 - Present
Briggs and Morgan, P.A. 2010 - August 2013
Minnesota Supreme Court June 2008 - July 2010
State Canvassing Board for United States Senate Election 2008 - 2008
State Commission on Judicial Selection 2003 - 2008
Rider Bennett, LLP June 1977 - May 2007
Eighth Circuit Bar Association 2002 - 2003
American Academy of Appellate Lawyers 1998 - 1998
ABA Appellate Practice Committee of the Section on Litigation 1995 - 1996
ABA Appellate Advocacy Committee of the Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section 1992 - 1994
Skills
Appeals, Litigation, Business Litigation, Appellate Practice, Legal Research, Commercial Litigation, Trade Secrets, Civil Litigation, Product Liability, Trials, Constitutional Law, Personal Injury
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1972 — 1976
JD
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1968 — 1972
BA History
University of Michigan 1968 — 1969
Franzen Law & Policy Group, LLC (formerly Franzen & Associates, LLC.) April 2007 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP January 2001 - April 2007
Skills
Legislative Relations, Government, Legal Research, Legislation, Legal Writing, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Public Speaking, Policy, Nonprofits, Policy Analysis, Politics, Community Outreach, Political Campaigns, Grassroots Organizing, Mediation, Public Policy, Administrative Law, Political Consulting, Speech Writing, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications, Economic Development, Community Development, Local Government, Crisis Communications, Community Engagement, Coalitions, Media Relations, Message Development, Fundraising, Reputation Management, Community Organizing, Grassroots
Education
London School of Economics and Political Science 1989 — 1991
Graduate Research Program
Willim Mitchell College of Law 1975 — 1979
J.D.
Yale Divinity School
Ford & Harrison LLP May 2007 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP 1997 - 2007
Minnesota Court of Appeals 1996 - 1997
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1993 — 1996
J.D.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
B.S., Political Science & Southeast Asian Studies
Fairview Health Services December 2012 - Present
Lurie Besikof Lapidus & Company, LLP June 2010 - December 2012
North American Membership Group, Inc. August 2008 - June 2010
Rider Bennett, LLP April 2006 - June 2009
Faegre & Benson LLP June 2007 - August 2008
Dorsey & Whitney LLP January 2000 - March 2006
Entegris 2006 - 2006
Dorsey 1999 - 2006
Park Nicollet Health Services 1995 - 2000
Best Buy 1987 - 1993
Skills
Computer Forensics, ITIL, IT Management, IT Strategy, IT Service Management, IT Audit, IT Governance, ISA Server, Microsoft, Linux, Litigation Support, Legal Support, SLA, OLA, Information Management, Information Technology, Information Architecture, Information Security, Information Systems, Business Planning, Strategic Planning, Asset Managment, Customer Service, DNS, DHCP, Data Center, Litigation, Leadership, Quality Management, Contract Negotiation, Network Administration, Network Security, Network Engineering, Network Architecture
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1993 — 1996
Essentia Health December 2013 - Present
Essentia Health January 2012 - December 2013
Meagher & Geer, PLLP April 2009 - December 2011
Borkon Law Offices August 2007 - March 2009
Rider Bennett, LLP January 2007 - June 2007
Matonich & Persson, Chartered June 2003 - December 2006
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 2002 — 2005
University of Minnesota Duluth 2000 — 2002
M.S., Biological Chemistry
University of Minnesota Duluth 1997 — 2000
B.S., Cell Biology & Biochemistry/Molecular Biology
University of Minnesota October 2004 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP June 2002 - October 2004
Oppenheimer Wolff & Donnelly July 2000 - June 2002
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2007 — 2009
M.Ed.
Junior Achievement of the Upper Midwest January 2014 - Present
Junior Achievement of the Upper Midwest November 2011 - January 2014
Fraser October 1998 - November 2011
Special Olympics Minnesota January 1998 - June 1998
Tewksbury, Kerfeld, Zimmer June 1995 - October 1997
Rider Bennett, LLP April 1994 - May 1995
Skills
Project Management, Fundraising, Marketing, Event Planning, Event Management, Program Management, Social Media, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Volunteer Management, Nonprofits, Leadership, Graphic Design, Editing, Microsoft Office, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Non-profits, Media Relations
Education
Carleton College 1985 — 1989
B.A.
Henson & Efron, P.A. June 2007 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP December 1985 - May 2007
U.S. Bankruptcy Court 1984 - 1985
Skills
Corporate Finance, Commercial Litigation, Property Law, Banking, Wills, Commercial Real Estate, Finance, Real Estate Development, Real Estate, Corporate Law, Loans, Leases, Trusts, Negotiation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Litigation, Legal Advice
Education
Hamline University School of Law
JD Law
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelor of Arts, English
Best Buy May 2013 - Present
Best Buy September 2012 - May 2013
Best Buy August 2011 - September 2012
Augeo Affinity Marketing July 2009 - July 2011
AirClic August 2006 - June 2009
Gearworks November 2004 - July 2006
Rider Bennett, LLP May 2001 - May 2004
Skills
Competitive Analysis, Marketing Strategy, Product Launch, Project Management, Product Requirements, Sales Operations, Pricing, Customer Service, Inbound Marketing, Price, Product Management, Mobile Devices, Product Marketing, SaaS, Mobile Technology, Enterprise Software, Cross-functional Team..., Solution Selling, Mobile Applications, Product Development
Education
Metropolitan State University 2002 — 2004
Masters
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1996 — 1999
B.A.
Seaman High School
Center for Diagnostic Imaging 2013 - Present
Larkin Hoffman 2012 - 2013
Lindquist & Vennum 2007 - 2011
Rider Bennett, LLP 2006 - 2007
Skills
Spanish (written/spoken), Contract Negotiation, Litigation
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 2004 — 2007
J.D.
Washington University in St. Louis 1999 — 2003
B.A., Philosophy and Spanish
Saint Paul Academy
OneBeacon Insurance January 2013 - June 2015
Maslon Edelman Borman & Brand, LLP May 2007 - January 2013
Rider Bennett, LLP July 2000 - May 2007
Jackson Lewis LLP August 1997 - June 2000
The McKnight Foundation 1993 - 1997
The McKnight Foundation 1993 - 1997
Skills
Legal Writing, Litigation Support, Pleadings, DeltaView, Time Matters, Non-compete Agreements
Education
Scott Lewis School of Cosmetology 1993 — 1995
Cosmetology
Minneapolis Community and Technical College 1989 — 1991
Basics
Patrick Henry 1986 — 1990
University of St. Thomas School of Law September 2010 - Present
Briggs & Morgan July 2006 - September 2009
Rider Bennett, LLP March 2001 - July 2006
Gremar and Colonial Apartments January 1999 - January 2001
Norwest Bank / Wells Fargo Bank January 1995 - January 1999
Skills
Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Research, Budgets, Nonprofits, Outlook, Microsoft Office, Program Management, Supervisory Experience, Marketing, Event Planning, Events Coordination
Education
Augsburg College 2002 — 2010
MAJOR:Business Management, International Business; MINOR:Management Information Systems, Religion
Law Office of Piper L. Kenney, PLLC April 2011 - Present
Law Office of William J. Mauzy August 2007 - April 2011
Rider Bennett, LLP 2000 - 2006
Rider Bennett 2000 - 2006
Minnesota Office of the Attorney General 1997 - 2000
Skills
Litigation, Non-compete Agreements, Appeals, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Trials
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1994 — 1997
J.D.
Apollo Senior High School 1985 — 1992
Apollo Senior High School 1986 — 1990
Pfaffly Law February 2011 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP 2001 - 2007
Robins, Kaplan, Miller & Ciresi L.L.P. 1993 - 2000
Moss & Barnett, P.A. 1977 - 1993
Skills
Mediation, Arbitration, Alternative Dispute..., Trials, Wrongful Death, Medical Malpractice, Product Liability, Class Actions, Civil Litigation, Litigation, Personal Injury..., Defense, Personal Injury, Attorneys, Construction Law, Public Liability, Business Litigation, Breach Of Contract, Torts, Trial Practice, Discrimination, Non-compete Agreements, Automobile Accidents, Toxic Tort, Trade Secrets, Insurance Law, Appeals, Professional Malpractice
Education
Duke University School of Law 1970 — 1973
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Drake University 1966 — 1970
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History, philosophy, speech, political science
Stoel Rives LLP June 2007 - Present
Lindquist & Vennum October 2000 - June 2007
Rider Bennett, LLP October 1998 - October 2000
Ramsey County Attorney's Office January 1994 - November 1994
Skills
Trade Secrets, Patentability, Civil Litigation, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Appeals, Legal Research, Corporate Governance, Corporate Law, Intellectual Property, Arbitration, Courts, Mergers & Acquisitions, Trial Practice, Product Liability, Legal Writing, Class Actions, Trademark Infringement, Mediation, Business Litigation, Securities Regulation
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1990 — 1994
Juris Doctor, Law
St. Olaf College 1986 — 1990
B.A., Philosophy, Political Science
Meaney & Patrin, PA January 2005 - Present
Gerald Miller & Associates August 2001 - December 2004
Rider Bennett, LLP December 1998 - September 2000
Kalina, Wills, Gisvold & Clark, P.L.L.P. June 1998 - December 1998
Jackson Lewis LLP February 1998 - June 1998
Skills
Criminal Defense, Criminal Law, Appeals, Litigation, White Collar Criminal..., Motions, DUI Defense, Drunk Driving, Courts, Trials, Attorneys, Legal Research, Depositions, Arbitration, Personal Injury...
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1996 — 1998
Juris Doctor
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1991 — 1996
Bachelor of Arts, Chinese Language, International Relations
Wolk Financial, Inc., An Independent Firm November 2012 - Present
Wolk Financial Inc., An independent firm January 2012 - November 2012
Rudolph, Fine, Porter & Johnson, LLP August 2010 - September 2011
CCA Global Partners: ProSource Wholesale Floorcoverings and Magnus Anderson divisions October 2008 - August 2010
Encompass Advertising and Marketing January 2005 - October 2008
Osborn & Barr Communications November 2003 - January 2005
Rider Bennett LLP October 2001 - July 2003
Skills
Investments, Retirement Planning, Life & Health Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, Marketing Communications, Public Relations
Education
Indiana State University 1993 — 1998
BS, Public Relations
Harrison High School 1989 — 1993
Goetz & Eckland P.A. January 2002 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP June 1998 - January 2002
Skills
Litigation, Civil Litigation
Education
Minnesota School of Business 1997 — 1998
Bassford Remele LLC May 2007 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP 1989 - 2007
Skills
Litigation, Civil Litigation, Product Liability, Personal Injury, Commercial Litigation, Wrongful Death, Mediation, Arbitration, Public Liability, Medical Malpractice, Alternative Dispute..., Courts, Trials, Legal Research, Trial Practice, Class Actions, Family Law, Construction Law, Insurance Law, Legal Writing, Personal Injury..., Torts, Depositions, Appeals, Automobile Accidents, Toxic Tort, Business Litigation, Non-compete Agreements, Legal Issues, Jury Trials, Employment..., Appellate Practice, Discrimination
Education
Hamline University School of Law 1974 — 1977
JD
LA Fitness May 2009 - Present
Tara Thorenson Design August 2007 - Present
Company Name Withheld June 2007 - Present
BridgeWater Consulting, LLC April 2009 - April 2010
Professional Services Marketing, Inc. October 2007 - December 2009
Rider Bennett, LLP August 2005 - May 2007
Image Arrangers Inc. — now known as Cenveo Creative December 2003 - May 2005
Skills
Packaging, Print Production, Posters, Graphics, Graphic Design, InDesign, Adobe Acrobat, Illustrator, Photoshop, Logo Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Brochures, Layout, Newsletters, QuarkXPress, Dreamweaver, Mac, Art, Corporate Identity, Retouching, Microsoft Office, Promotions, Business Cards, Invitations, Image Manipulation, Art Direction
Education
Minneapolis Community and Technical College 2015 — 2015
Certificate, Web Design
Perspectives on the World Christian Movement 2012 — 2012
Certificate, Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
University of Northwestern - St. Paul 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Ministry, 3.85 GPA
The Art Institutes International, MN 2000 — 2003
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Graphic Design, Magna Cum Laude
Barnes & Thornburg LLP August 2010 - Present
Ford & Harrison 2007 - September 2010
Rider Bennett, LLP 2000 - 2007
Hinshaw & Culbertson 1999 - 2000
Skills
Employment Law, Non-compete Agreements, Litigation, Discrimination, Employment Law..., Trade Secrets, Trials, Employment..., Retaliation, Employment Contracts, Alternative Dispute..., Arbitration, Wage & Hour, Human Resources, Deferred Compensation, FMLA, Collective Bargaining
Education
Hamline University School of Law 1991 — 1994
JD Law
Indiana State University 1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Science, Political Science
US Department of Homeland Security September 2009 - Present
Northwest Airlines 2000 - October 2009
Sandra M. Curry Investigations LLC January 2005 - September 2009
Rider Bennett, LLP 1996 - 2000
Reinhart & Anderson 1992 - 1996
Skills
Labor Relations, Employee Relations, EEO, FMLA, Employment Law, Affirmative Action, Training, Conflict Resolution, Human Resources, Interviews, Organizational..., Analysis, Arbitration, Investigation, Civil Litigation, Program Management, Union, Mediation, Leadership, Internal Investigations, Litigation, Private Investigations, Process Improvement
Education
Hamline University
BA, Legal Studies
Lindquist & Vennum July 2014 - Present
Old Dominion Freight Line October 2013 - June 2014
Lindquist & Vennum May 2007 - September 2013
Rider Bennett, LLP 2000 - 2007
Skills
Real Estate, Title Insurance, Commercial Real Estate, Leases, Real Estate Transactions
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1982 — 1985
JD, Law
University of Nebraska-Lincoln 1979 — 1982
Portland State University 1977 — 1978
Lake Oswego High School 1973 — 1977
Messerli & Kramer 2007 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP 2000 - 2007
Skills
Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Business Litigation, Torts, Licensing, Legal Writing, Litigation Support, Mediation, Shareholder, Trials, Appeals, Equipment Leasing, Creditors Remedies, Legal Research, Contract Law
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1997 — 2000
JD
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1993 — 1997
BA, International Relations
Hopkins High School
Associated Financial Group December 2010 - Present
Associated Bank December 2010 - Present
Twin Cities EEO Consulting, P.C. June 2009 - December 2010
Larson King LLP 2006 - 2009
US Bank 2003 - 2006
Minnesota Attorney General's Office 2001 - 2003
Rider Bennett, LLP 1998 - 2001
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1995 — 1998
J.D., cum laude
University of California, Riverside 1987 — 1991
B.A., Political Science
Fredrikson & Byron April 2007 - Present
Leonard, O'Brien February 2004 - January 2007
Rider Bennett, LLP 2007 - 2007
Larkin, Hoffman, Daly & Lindgren June 1999 - May 2003
Messerli & Kramer 1997 - 1999
Skills
Corporate Finance, Securities Offerings, Private Placements, Corporate Law, Corporate Governance, Securities, Mergers & Acquisitions, Contract Negotiation, Licensing, Entrepreneurship, Energy Technology, Due Diligence, Leadership, Securities Regulation, Joint Ventures, Cyberlaw, Sustainability, Crowdfunding, Renewable Energy, Cleantech, Risk Analysis, Biomaterials, Clean Technology, Energy, Venture Capital, IPO, Alternative Energy, Start-ups, Technology Transfer, SEC filings, Venture Financing, Corporate Sustainability, SEC reporting
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1996 — 1998
J.D., Law
University of St. Thomas 1988 — 1992
B.A., Political Science/History
Fourth Judicial District September 2014 - Present
Briggs and Morgan, P.A. May 2007 - August 2014
Rider Bennett LLP January 2001 - April 2007
Fetterly & Gordon October 1987 - December 2000
Skills
Appellate Advocacy, Business Litigation, Liability
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1984 — 1987
J.D. cum laude, Law
Macalester College 1977 — 1981
B.A., Political Science, Journalism
LOGIS June 2012 - Present
Exact May 2007 - May 2012
Rider Bennett, LLP January 2006 - March 2007
Skills
DNS, VMware, IIS, Microsoft SQL Server, Cisco UCS, Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange, Citrix, DHCP, Servers, VMware Infrastructure, Data Center, VPN, Virtualization, SQL, Troubleshooting, VMware ESX, High Availability..., Disaster Recovery, Storage Management, F5 BigIP, Compellent, Group Policy, System Administration, 2008 R2, Operating Systems, CommVault, Linux System...
Education
Middle Georgia Technical College 1998 — 2000
CIS
Donna Law Firm September 2015 - Present
Hunegs, LeNeave and Kvas January 2013 - September 2015
Rossi Vucinovich Flaskamp PC 2004 - December 2012
Rider Bennett, LLP 2002 - 2004
Yaeger, Jungbauer, Barczak and Roe 1992 - 2002
Hunegs, Stone, Koenig and Reid 1990 - 1992
Skills
Trial Attorney, Litigation Attorney, Automobile Accidents, Litigation, Torts, Civil Litigation, Criminal Defense, Wrongful Death, Public Liability, Courts, Trial Practice, Personal Injury..., Product Liability, Personal Injury, Jury Trials, Trials, Toxic Tort
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1987 — 1990
JD, Law
Arizona State University 1980 — 1982
BS, Marketing/Transportation
SUPERVALU July 2009 - Present
Crow Wing County Jail August 2008 - July 2009
Crow Wing County Sheriff's Office - Civil Process Division March 2007 - August 2008
SUPERVALU December 2005 - March 2007
Rider Bennett, LLP October 2005 - December 2005
Tharaldson Companies July 2004 - October 2005
Skills
Real Estate, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Database Administration, SharePoint, Crystal Reports, Property Management, Accounting
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2001 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (BS), Paralegal
North Dakota State University 1999 — 2001
Lindquist & Vennum February 2012 - Present
Woods Fuller Shultz & Smith January 2004 - February 2012
Rider Bennett, LLP September 2001 - December 2003
YRC Logistics April 1995 - April 1998
Macy's 1989 - 1994
Skills
Trusts, Estate Planning, Estate Administration, Guardianship, Legal Advice, Conservatorships, Litigation, Legal Research, Wills, Tax Law, Corporate Law, Legal Writing, Prenuptial Agreements, Business Formation, Special Needs Trusts, Civil Litigation, Gift Tax, Asset Protection, Business Litigation, Estate Tax Planning, Tax, High Net Worth..., Appeals, Family Law, Powers of Attorney, Trial Practice, Trust Services, Courts, Special Needs Planning, Elder Law, Inheritance Tax Planning, Fiduciary, Business Transactions, Probate, Living Trusts, Living Wills, Income Tax, Tax Controversy, Cross-border Estate..., Domestic Trusts for..., International Estate..., Trust Company Formation, Captive Insurance, Private Placement Life..., Probation, Estate Law
Education
The University of South Dakota School of Law 1998 — 2001
J.D., Law
South Dakota State University 1994 — 1998
M.A., English
South Dakota State University 1988 — 1994
B.A., English
Parker, SD 1976 — 1988
Bye, Goff & Rohde, Ltd. January 2015 - Present
William Mitchell College of Law 2012 - Present
Reding & Pilney, PLLP April 2012 - December 2014
Lockridge Grindal Nauen April 2011 - August 2011
Lind Jensen Sullivan & Peterson August 2008 - December 2010
Minesota Court of Appeals August 2007 - August 2008
Central Minnesota Legal Services 2007 - 2007
Rider Bennett, LLP 2006 - 2007
Kennedy and Graven Chartered 2005 - 2006
Skills
Litigation, Appeals, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Product Liability, Commercial Litigation, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Premises Liability, Employment Law, Dispute Resolution, Trials
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 2004 — 2007
Juris Doctor
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater 1995 — 1998
BSE, Secondary Education, Social Studies, English
Mathews Law PLLC January 2015 - Present
Lindquist & Vennum, PLLP May 2007 - May 2014
Rider Bennett, LLP October 1990 - April 2007
Skills
Product Liability, Real Estate, Dispute, Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Commercial Litigation
Education
Hamline University School of Law 1982 — 1985
J.D., Law
Hamline University 1976 — 1980
BA, Communications and Business Administration
Briggs and Morgan January 2007 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP 2003 - January 2007
Dorsey & Whitney LLP 2001 - 2003
Lathrop & Gage LLP 1998 - 2001
Skills
Litigation, Non-compete Agreements, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, Appeals, Civil Litigation, Corporate Law, Criminal Law, Personal Injury
Education
Georgetown University Law Center 1994 — 1997
Defense Language Institute 1992 — 1993
Russian, Russian Language
Creighton University 1987 — 1991
B.A., Political Science
Briggs and Morgan, P.A. March 2015 - Present
Best & Flanagan March 2014 - Present
Foley & Mansfield December 2013 - March 2014
Leonard, Street and Deinard June 2008 - June 2013
Rider Bennett, LLP March 2006 - June 2008
Aerotek September 2004 - March 2006
Skills
FCRA, Outlook, Finance, File Management, Administrative..., Accounts Payable, Payroll, Accounts Receivable, Invoicing, General Ledger, Invoice Processing, Spreadsheets, Management, QuickBooks, Office Management, Wordperfect, Telephone Skills, Records Management, Confidentiality, Data Entry, Administrative Work, Travel Arrangements, Legal Documents, Filing, Calendaring, Expenses, Access, Notary Public, Document Review, Electronic Filing, Fax, Document Drafting, Pleadings, Administrative..., Administration
Education
Minnesota School of Business
Associate's degree, Legal Secretary
Prime Therapeutics November 2014 - Present
Barnes & Thornburg LLP December 2010 - November 2014
Faegre & Benson May 2007 - December 2010
Rider Bennett, LLP April 2004 - May 2007
C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. 1996 - 2004
Skills
Retaliation, Discrimination, Compliance, FMLA, FLSA, Employment Law, Employee Relations, Employment Litigation, Litigation, Policy, EEOC, Human Resources, Americans with..., Training, Employment Contracts, Employment..., Non-compete Agreements
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 2000 — 2004
J.D.
St. Thomas University 1992 — 1997
MBA, Human Resources
Iowa State University 1982 — 1985
B.S.
HealthPartners April 2015 - Present
University of Minnesota Law School August 2007 - Present
Ogletree Deakins June 2010 - March 2015
Sajai Foundation June 2011 - September 2013
Ford & Harrison May 2007 - May 2010
Jacob Wetterling Resource Center 2009 - 2010
Rider Bennett, LLP 2006 - 2007
Skills
Employee Training, Employment..., Employment Law, Dispute, Legal Writing, Civil Litigation, Litigation, Civil Rights, Legal Research, Mediation, Commercial Litigation, Appeals, Courts
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 2003 — 2006
J.D.
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2000 — 2003
B.A., Sociology and Political Science
Oppenheimer Wolff & Donnelly January 2006 - Present
William J. Egan, PLC January 1999 - December 2005
Rider Bennett, LLP September 1987 - January 1999
United States Court of Appeals, 8th Circuit August 1986 - July 1987
Minnesota Supreme Court August 1985 - July 1986
Hennepin County District Court February 1984 - June 1985
Skills
Employment Law, Employment Contracts, Non-compete Agreements, Employment Litigation, Occupational Crime, Corporate Governance, Risk Management, Compliance, Employee Relations, Employee Management, Trade Secrets, Intellectual Property, Dispute Resolution, Discrimination, Employment Practices..., Litigation, Civil Litigation, Courts, Trials, Arbitration
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1982 — 1985
Juris Doctor, Law
University of Notre Dame 1978 — 1982
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), American Studies
STA
STA
DRI - The Voice of the Defense Bar 2009 - Present
Bassford Remele June 2007 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP October 1989 - June 2007
Skills
Wrongful Death, Product Liability, Litigation, Torts, Civil Litigation, Trials, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Trial Practice, Appeals, Arbitration, Long-term Care, Sexual Torts Defense
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1986 — 1989
J.D.
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1981 — 1985
B.A., Political Science, Philosophy
Ryan Companies US, Inc. December 2011 - Present
Jeremiah Program December 2013 - Present
Trusight December 2009 - December 2011
Clare Scott Consulting March 2009 - December 2009
Fredrikson & Byron 1998 - 2009
Planned Parenthood of Minnesota 2004 - 2008
American Express Tax & Business Services July 1997 - July 1998
Rider Bennett, LLP 1992 - 1994
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Event Planning, Social Media, Market Research, Business Development, Market Planning, Project Management, Public Speaking, Recruiting, Cross-functional Team..., Negotiation, Advertising, Leadership, Strategic Communications, Strategy, Management, Account Management, SEO, Sales, Newsletters
Education
University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business 2001 — 2003
MBA, Management
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 1981 — 1986
B.S., Business - Marketing
Engelmeier & Umanah, P.A. February 2009 - Present
Moss & Barnett, P.A. May 2007 - February 2009
Rider Bennett, LLP February 2000 - May 2007
Mackall, Crounse & Moore 1988 - 2000
Skills
Employment Law, Training, Mediation, Executive Compensation..., Contract Negotiation, employment litigation, Employment Law..., Shareholder, Executive Pay, Litigation, Discrimination, Alternative Dispute..., Performance Management, Employment..., Employee Benefits, Civil Litigation, Non-compete Agreements, Courts, Legal Writing, Class Actions, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Intellectual Property, Arbitration, Business Litigation, Trials, Employment Contracts, Appeals, Legal Compliance, Breach Of Contract, Wage & Hour, Retaliation, Torts, Severance
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1983 — 1986
J.D.
Hamline University 1979 — 1982
B.A., Political Science and Middle Eastern Studies
Grace High School 1975 — 1979
Delta Dental of Minnesota 2001 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP 2000 - 2001
Minnesota Attorney General's Office 1994 - 2000
LeVander, Gillen & Miller, P.A. 1993 - 1994
Skills
Strategic Planning, Insurance, Mergers, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Product Liability, Litigation, Public Relations, Litigation Management, Government, Marketing Strategy, Policy, Fundraising, Public Policy, Mergers & Acquisitions, Employment Law, Leadership, Community Outreach, Legal Writing, New Business Development, Nonprofits, Policy Analysis, Legislative Relations, Management, Civil Litigation, Mediation, Media Relations, Legal Research, Legislation, Strategic Communications, Speech Writing, Grassroots Organizing, Political Campaigns, Crisis Communications, Politics, Public Affairs, Message Development, Coalitions, Spokesperson, Community Development, Press Releases, Claim, Internal Communications, State Government, Corporate Communications, Reputation Management, Political Consulting, Crisis Management, Newsletters, Liability
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1989 — 1992
JD, Law
University of St. Thomas 1982 — 1986
BA, Political Science
St. Thomas Academy 1978 — 1982
High School, General
Gray Plant Mooty May 2007 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP June 1983 - May 2007
KPMG Peat Marwick June 1978 - September 1980
Minneapolis Star August 1963 - June 1966
Skills
Shareholder Disputes, Tax Law, Corporate Finance, Corporate Governance, Mergers, Corporate Law, Executive Compensation, Business Transactions, Mergers & Acquisitions, Tax, Shareholder, Securities Regulation, Civil Litigation, Trusts, Bankruptcy, Joint Ventures, Securities, Private Equity, Executive Pay, Legal Writing, Commercial Litigation, LLC, Intellectual Property, Legal Advice, Legal Research, Estate Tax Planning, Arbitration, Litigation, Estate Planning, Licensing, Estate Law, Courts, Business Formation, Family Law, Mediation, Wills
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1980 — 1983
JD, Law
University of Southern California 1976 — 1978
MBA, Business Administration - Emphasis in Accounting
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1971 — 1975
BA, Psychology
Inrelex Law Group, PLLC November 2006 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP 1999 - 2001
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1995 — 1996
Marquette University Law School 1993 — 1995
J.D.
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1987 — 1992
Taylor Corporation January 2007 - Present
Northwest Airlines April 2006 - January 2007
Rider Bennett, LLP April 2000 - March 2006
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1995 — 1998
J.D., Law
St. Olaf College 1991 — 1995
Moorhead Senior High School 1987 — 1991
High School
Ostrom & Peterson, LLC June 2015 - Present
Ostrom Law Office, LLC January 2009 - Present
Analysts International May 2004 - January 2009
Tuft & Arnold, PLLP May 2003 - May 2004
Rider Bennett, LLP September 1999 - May 2003
Minnesota Court of Appeals 1998 - 1999
Skills
Immigration Law, Immigration Issues, Adjustment Of Status, Citizenship, Visas, PERM, TN, H-1B, L-1A/L-1B, Fiance Visa, National Interest Waiver, E-2 visa, Outstanding Professor..., Multinational Manager..., Legal Issues, I-9 Compliance, Legal Advice, Waivers, Employment-based..., Legal Writing, E-2, Trials
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1994 — 1997
J.D., cum laude
Carleton College 1988 — 1992
B.A., History, cum laude
Bassford Remele, P.A. August 2008 - Present
Augsburg College 2009 - Present
United States District Court, District of Minnesota 2007 - 2008
Rider Bennett, LLP 2005 - 2007
Minnesota Supreme Court 2004 - 2005
St. Paul Pioneer Press 1998 - 2003
Duluth News Tribune 1992 - 1998
Duluth News Tribune (Knight Ridder) 1992 - 1998
Chicago Tribune Media Group June 1992 - September 1992
Fort Dodge Messenger 1989 - 1991
Skills
Intellectual Property, Legal Assistance, Commercial Litigation, Business Litigation, Nonprofit Law, Appellate Practice, First Amendment, Communications Law, Corporate Law, Construction Law, Trials, Legal Issues, Family Law, Mediation, Appeals, Hearings, Arbitration, Writing, Document Review, Nonprofits, Torts, Trial Practice, Public Liability, Class Actions, Litigation Support, Alternative Dispute..., Wrongful Death, Newspapers, Product Liability, Personal Injury, Singing, Dispute Resolution, Employment Law, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury...
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 2000 — 2004
Doctor of Law (JD), Law
Northwestern University 1991 — 1992
Master of Science in Journalism, Journalism-Newswriting
Augsburg College 1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Arts, Communication (minors: English, music, political science)
Le Sueur High School
Kennedy & Graven, Chartered April 2005 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP January 2001 - March 2005
Knutson, Flynn, Deans & Olsen, P.A. January 1993 - December 2000
Bronson, Bronson & McKinnon, LLP August 1985 - December 1992
Republic Airlines, Inc. July 1983 - July 1985
Robins, Kaplan, Miller & Ciresi L.L.P. June 1981 - July 1983
Skills
Litigation, Civil Litigation, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Commercial Litigation, Local Government, Mediation, Employment..., Arbitration, Discrimination, Employment Law, Labor Relations, Trials, Appeals, Corporate Law, Courts
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1978 — 1981
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1974 — 1978
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism, magna cum laude
Minneapolis City Attorney July 2000 - Present
City of Minneapolis 2000 - Present
Minneapolis Convention Center 2000 - Present
City Of Minneapolis, City Attorney's Office 2000 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP February 2000 - July 2000
Hessian & McKasy May 1996 - February 2000
Skills
Litigation, Arbitration, Mediation, Employment Law, Commercial Litigation, Trials, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Courts, Criminal Justice, Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, Westlaw, Alternative Dispute..., Legal Assistance, Investigation
Education
Minnesota Legal Assistant Institute 1998 — 1998
Paralegal Cert, Paralegal
Normandale Community College 1978 — 1980
AA, general
Maslon Edelman Borman & Brand, LLP August 2013 - Present
Dell September 2006 - August 2013
Rider Bennett, LLP 1997 - 2006
Skills
Product Marketing, Professional Services, Pricing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Business Analysis, Business Case, Storage Virtualization, Storage, Business Alliances, Virtualization
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management
MBA, Marketing & Strategic Management
Adams Grumbles, LLP April 2011 - Present
MOJO Minnesota October 2008 - Present
Merchant & Gould August 2004 - April 2011
Oppenheimer Wolff & Donnelly 1999 - 2003
Rider Bennett, LLP June 1997 - August 1999
Skills
Intellectual Property, Trade Secrets, Trademarks, Litigation, Licensing, Patent Prosecution, Patents, Patent Litigation, Copyright Law, Trademark Infringement, Early-stage Startups, Business Development, Corporate Finance, Economic Development, Business Formation, Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial Finance, Strategy, Prosecution, Patentability, Unfair Competition, Start-ups, Technology, Joint Ventures, Corporate Law, Non-compete Agreements
Education
University of Wisconsin Law School 1992 — 1995
J.D., Law
Boston College 1985 — 1989
B.A., Political Science
@Legal Discovery LLC August 2013 - Present
Energy, Pilates, Fitness & Yoga January 2008 - Present
Falcon Discovery December 2012 - April 2013
Merrill Corporation January 2010 - December 2012
International Institute for Women Entrepreneurs, St. Catherine University September 2006 - September 2008
Wells Fargo 2004 - 2006
Key Professional Media - Law & Politics Magazines 1994 - 1998
Rider Bennett, LLP 1991 - 1994
Skills
Strategy, Litigation Support, Management, Leadership, Strategic Partnerships, Business Development, Litigation, Strategic Planning, CRM, Commercial Litigation, Entrepreneurship
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1988 — 1991
Juris Doctorate, Law
Université Paris-Sorbonne 1989 — 1990
foreign studies, international law, comparative law
L'Institut pour les Etrangers, Aix-en-Provence, France 1982 — 1983
foreign studies
St. Catherine University
B.A., English and French
Boulay October 2013 - Present
Johnston Law Group September 2007 - Present
Intuit November 2011 - April 2013
Rider Bennett, LLP April 2000 - December 2004
Skills
Estate Planning, Legal Research, Income Tax, Powers of Attorney, Tax, Wills, Trusts, Estate Administration, Legal Writing, Tax Research, Estate Law, Business Formation, Estate Tax Planning, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Qualified Retirement...
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 1997 — 2000
MBT, Business Taxation
University of Iowa College of Law 1991 — 1994
J.D., Business and Tax Law
University of Iowa
BBA, Accounting
Minnesota School of Business December 2008 - Present
Howse and Thompson December 2004 - November 2008
Rider Bennett, LLP September 2001 - June 2003
Skills
PowerPoint, Westlaw, Legal Research, Research, Litigation, Higher Education, Teaching, Criminal Law, Legal Writing, Community Outreach, Curriculum Development, Public Speaking
Education
Hamline University School of Law 1997 — 2000
Doctor of Law (JD)
Western Washington University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Law and Diversity
Advantus Capital Management, Inc. June 2014 - Present
Advantus Capital Management, Inc. November 2005 - June 2014
Rider Bennett, LLP 2001 - 2005
Skills
Private Placements, Real Estate Transactions, Commercial Real Estate, Private Equity, Corporate Finance, Commercial Litigation, Mortgage Lending, Foreclosures, Contract Negotiation, Title Insurance, Real Estate Financing, Commercial Leasing, Eminent Domain, Condemnation, Finance, Investments, Loans, Real Estate, Securities Regulation, Legal Writing, Legal Research
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 1998 — 2001
J.D., Law
University of Nebraska-Lincoln 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) with Distinction, English Literature, University Honors Program
Lancaster University
English Literature, Semester Abroad
Universidad de Salamanca
Spanish Language and Literature, Summer Program
Mohrman & Kaardal, P.A. February 2006 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP 1998 - 2006
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1995 — 1998
JD, law
Carleton College 1989 — 1993
Family Office May 2010 - Present
Lindquist & Vennum May 2007 - May 2010
Rider Bennett, LLP 1998 - 2007
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1996 — 1999
Guenthner Law Office LLC September 2006 - Present
Synovis Life Technologies November 2005 - August 2006
Chronimed February 1998 - March 2005
Rider Bennett, LLP 1987 - 1991
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1983 — 1986
JD
St. Olaf College 1974 — 1978
BA, Philosophy, Political Science
Minnesota Department of Education March 2000 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP August 1998 - March 2000
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1994 — 1997
Citi Derivatives Markets Inc. April 2012 - Present
Lindquist & Vennum November 2006 - April 2012
Mortgage & Investment Consultants May 2003 - June 2007
Rider Bennett, LLP December 2000 - April 2006
Skills
Software Documentation, Troubleshooting, VMware, Disaster Recovery, Leadership, Technical Support, Databases, Network Administration, Customer Service, Training, Hardware, Cisco Technologies, Software Installation, Laptops, Finance, SharePoint, HP, Time Management, Research, Legal Research, Microsoft Office
Education
Anoka Ramsey Community College 2006 — 2007
Associates of Science, Computer Networking & Telecommunications
Augsburg College 1997 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, Business
The Johnson Law Firm September 2015 - Present
Wheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP October 2014 - September 2015
Colorado Court of Appeals June 2013 - September 2014
Colorado Court of Appeals September 2011 - August 2012
Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts November 2010 - August 2011
Colorado Court of Appeals August 2005 - October 2010
United States District Court, District of Maine August 2004 - August 2005
Rider Bennett, LLP 2001 - 2002
Maine Supreme Judicial Court 2001 - 2002
Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Appeals
Education
University of Maine School of Law 1997 — 2000
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law
Colby College 1993 — 1997
Bachelor's degree, American/United States Studies/Civilization
Larson King, LLP August 2004 - Present
National Association of Women Lawyers - Vice President (2015-2016) July 2010 - Present
Ramsey County Bar Association July 2013 - June 2014
Farmers Insurance August 2002 - August 2004
Rider Bennett, LLP September 1999 - August 2002
Skills
Product Liability, Litigation, Employment Law, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Arbitration, Personal Injury, Courts, Class Actions, Trials, Business Litigation, Trial Practice, Torts, Toxic Tort, Insurance Law
Education
Hamline University School of Law 1996 — 1999
Doctor of Law (JD), Law
The University of South Dakota 1992 — 1996
BLS, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Miller High School 1988 — 1992
DHL February 2005 - Present
Littler Mendelson February 2004 - February 2006
Rider Bennett, LLP September 1986 - January 2004
Diversified Energies, Inc. January 1984 - January 1985
Diversified Energies, Inc./Minneagasco, Inc. January 1982 - January 1984
Minnegasco, Inc. January 1979 - January 1982
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1974 — 1978
Juris Doctor, Labor and Employment Law
Federal District Court, District of MN
Minnesota
North Dakota (2004)Wisconsin (2005)Iowa (2005)
Juris Doctor
University of Minnesota
Bachelor of Arts, Economics; Philosophy
University of Minnesota
Master, 1974
National Marrow Donor Program January 2008 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP January 2001 - December 2005
Hinshaw & Culbertson May 1997 - January 2001
Popham Haik Schnobrich & Kaufman September 1990 - May 1997
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Litigation, Mediation, Product Liability, Strategic Planning, Arbitration, Non-profits, Due Diligence, Civil Litigation, Employment Law, Contract Negotiation, Legal Writing, Insurance, Healthcare, Legal Research, Nonprofits
Education
Arizona State University College of Law 1987 — 1990
JD
Concordia College 1983 — 1987
BA, International Relations, English
Thrivent Financial June 2004 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP May 2001 - June 2002
Doherty Rumble & Butler February 1996 - June 1999
Oppenheimer Wolff & Donnelly January 1994 - February 1996
Skills
Real Estate, Loans, Commercial Real Estate, Management, Property, Investments, Commercial Mortgages, Estate Planning, Finance, Mortgage Lending, Banking, Construction Loans, Insurance, Due Diligence, Real Estate Transactions, Financial Services, Real Estate Financing, Portfolio Management, Commercial Lending
Education
University of St. Thomas 2011 — 2012
Professional Certificate - Commercial Real Estate Finance, Commercial Real Estate Finance - Center for Business Excellence
Minnesota Paralegal Institute 1992 — 1993
Certificate
Ohio State University 1983 — 1986
Elcho School September 2013 - Present
Sylvan Learning August 2008 - Present
Marcy Open School January 2012 - April 2012
Rider Bennett, LLP 2007 - 2008
Propix Digital Photography January 2003 - September 2004
Portraits International May 2003 - January 2004
Patty Barry Levy Photography June 2003 - September 2003
Skills
Editing, Classroom Management, Photographers
Education
Augsburg College 2009 — 2012
M.A., Elementary Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2006 — 2008
B.A., Cultural Anthropology
Art Institute of Colorado 2001 — 2003
Associates, Photography
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1998 — 2001
child psychology
Bellatrix Exploration Ltd. September 2014 - Present
Association of Corporate Counsel March 2014 - Present
Lone Pine Resources Inc. September 2011 - August 2014
Stikeman Elliott LLP August 2005 - September 2011
Rider Bennett LLP 2001 - 2005
Skills
Mergers, Corporate Finance, Securities, Cross-border, Corporate Law, Corporate Governance, Due Diligence, Commercial Litigation, Securities Regulation, Intellectual Property, Joint Ventures, Licensing, Cross-border..., Securities Offerings, Mergers & Acquisitions, Legal Advice, International Law, Contract Negotiation, Litigation, Employment Law, Legal Writing
Education
Hamline University School of Law 1998 — 2001
J.D., Law
University of Northwestern - St. Paul 1994 — 1998
B.A., Social Science
Booth & Lavorato LLC February 2004 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP 1987 - 2004
Skills
Appeals, Special Education
Education
Hamline University School of Law 1983 — 1987
Juris Doctorate, Law
University of Minnesota Foundation, University of Minnesota June 2015 - Present
Volunteers of America of Minnesota and Wisconsin April 2013 - May 2015
Ecumen May 2010 - April 2013
Ecumen August 2009 - May 2010
Target Corporation July 2006 - February 2009
Target Corporation May 2005 - July 2006
Target Corporation June 2002 - May 2005
Northwest Airlines August 1997 - June 2002
Rider Bennett, LLP 1996 - 1997
Skills
Succession Planning, Collective Bargaining, Labor Relations, Team Leadership, Leadership Development, Marketing, Coaching, Employee Engagement, Employment Law, Strategic Planning, Human Resources, Personnel Management, Leadership, HR Policies, Performance Management, Talent Management
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1988 — 1991
Juris Doctor, Cum Laude, Law
Duke University 1983 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
Fredrikson & Byron April 2006 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP 1999 - 2006
Skills
Appeals, Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Legal Research, Employment Law, Legal Writing, Discrimination, Product Liability, Arbitration, Intellectual Property, Corporate Law, Family Law, Corporate Governance, Real Estate, Class Actions, Contract Negotiation, Mergers, Breach Of Contract, Business Litigation, Courts, Non-compete Agreements, Trade Secrets, Trials, Mediation, Alternative Dispute..., Torts
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1993 — 1996
JD, Law
Towers Watson August 2013 - Present
HR Contractor 2010 - Present
PDI Ninth House June 2007 - January 2010
University of MN Physicians November 2001 - February 2006
HR Contract Services 2000 - 2001
Rider Bennett, LLP 1998 - 2000
Deltak LLC 1989 - 1998
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2010 — 2010
Business Analysis
University of St. Thomas 2008 — 2008
mini-MBA
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1995 — 1999
Bachelor, Economics, Psychology, Political Science
Franzen and Moore January 2007 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP 2003 - 2007
Minnesota State Senate 1981 - 2003
Skills
Legislative Relations, Government, Legal Research, Public Policy, Grassroots Organizing, Mediation, Media Relations, Nonprofits, Policy, Research, Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, Public Speaking, State Government, Political Consulting, Fundraising, Social Media, Internal Communications, Strategic Communications, Politics, Legislation, Editing, Coalitions, Public Affairs, Policy Analysis, Political Campaigns, Strategic Planning, Legal Writing, Message Development, Crisis Communications, Community Development, Speech Writing, Community Organizing, Community Outreach, Spokesperson, Volunteer Management, Economic Development, Grants, International Relations, Grant Writing, Local Government, Campaigns, Community Engagement, Reputation Management, Crisis Management, Philanthropy, Political Communication, Corporate Social..., Press Releases
Education
St. John's University 1968 — 1972
Political Science and Government
University of Minnesota, School of Public Health October 2012 - Present
University of Minnesota Center for Bioethics December 2009 - Present
Health Policy and Ethics January 2007 - Present
University of Minnesota, School of Public Health June 2011 - October 2012
William Mitchell College of Law 2008 - 2010
Allina Hospitals & Clinics 1992 - 2007
Popham, Haik, Schnobrich and Kaufman 1989 - 1992
Minnesota Department of Health 1988 - 1989
Rider Bennett, LLP 1986 - 1988
Office of Minnesota Attorney General 1981 - 1985
Skills
Public Health Policy, Healthcare Reform, Health Care Law, Public Health Ethics, Bioethics, Strategic Planning..., Project Facilitation, Healthcare, Public Health, Health Policy, Distance Learning, Health Law, Strategic Planning, Public Policy, Leadership, Teaching, Public Speaking, Employee Benefits, Policy, Nonprofits, Research
Education
Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine 2007 — 2009
MA
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health 1985 — 1986
MPH, cum laude
William Mitchell College of Law 1977 — 1981
JD, cum laude
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1972 — 1976
BA cum laude
Unger Law Office November 2005 - Present
University of Minnesota Law School January 2011 - Present
Minnesota State Bar Association July 2015 - Present
Hennepin County Bar Association 2006 - 2007
Rider Bennett, LLP November 1998 - November 2005
Skills
Civil Litigation, Trials, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Litigation, Wrongful Death, Automobile Accidents, Public Liability
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1978 — 1981
J.D. cum laude, Law
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1973 — 1977
B.E.S. summa cum laude
Patterson Thuente Pedersen, P.A. August 2004 - Present
Bowman and Brooke 2002 - 2004
Templeton and Associates 2001 - 2002
Rider Bennett, LLP 1999 - 2001
Gregerson, Rosow, Johnson & Nilan 1995 - 1999
Skills
Litigation Support, Litigation, Document Review, Intellectual Property, Civil Litigation, Patent Litigation, Westlaw, Patents, Legal Research, Trademarks, Trials, Document Management, Trademark Infringement, Trade Secrets, Practice Management, Project Management, Copyright Law, Trial Management, Case Managment, Legal Assistance
Education
Colorado Technical University 2005 — 2007
MS, Management, Project Management
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1993 — 1995
BS, Paralegal Studies
Brainerd Community College
AA, Liberal Arts
Thomson Reuters April 2015 - Present
Thomson Reuters September 2010 - March 2015
Thomson Reuters 2009 - 2010
Thomson Reuters 2003 - 2009
Thomson Reuters June 2002 - November 2003
ThomsonReuters July 2001 - June 2002
Thomson Reuters 2000 - 2001
Thomson Reuters September 1994 - July 2000
Rider Bennett, LLP 1993 - 1994
Skills
Analysis, Editing, Content Management, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Personnel Development, Managerial Experience, Project Planning, Project Delivery, Business Process..., Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Six Sigma, Strategic Planning, Strategic Financial..., Product Management, Business Analysis, Management, Project Management, Proofreading, Publishing, Copy Editing, Westlaw, Program Management, Editorial
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1987 — 1990
JD
St. Cloud State University 1982 — 1987
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
St. Cloud State University 1982 — 1987
Molecular Biology
University of Minnesota April 2010 - Present
University of Minnesota 2007 - April 2010
Rider Bennett, LLP February 2003 - February 2007
Computer law Systems March 1998 - August 2002
Skills
Microsoft Office, Training, Technical Writing, Process Improvement, Instructional Design, SharePoint, Project Management, Cross-functional Team..., Business Analysis, PeopleSoft
Education
University of North Carolina at Charlotte 1989 — 1993
Bachelor's degree, Political Science/German
Morrison Sund PLLC 2008 - Present
Gray Plant Mooty May 2007 - December 2008
Minnesota State Bar Association 2004 - 2008
Rider Bennett, LLP 1997 - 2007
Skills
Estate Planning, Probate, Tax, Trusts, Succession Planning, Wills, Estate Tax Planning, Probation, Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Appeals, Estate Administration, Civil Litigation, Gift Tax, Non-compete Agreements, Conservatorships, Business Formation, Business Transactions, Corporate Law, Estate Law, Small Business, Guardianship, Powers of Attorney
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1992 — 1995
JD and LLM, Estate Planning & administration; Taxation
St. Olaf College 1976 — 1981
BA, Political Philosophy
Gray Plant Mooty May 2007 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP September 1997 - May 2007
Skills
Wills, Trusts, Estate Planning, Family Business..., Probate, Trust Administration, Probate and Trust..., Charitable Giving, Estate Tax Planning, Gift Tax Planning, Generation-Skipping...
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1994 — 1997
J.D.
St. John's University 1990 — 1994
B.A., Management
Lindquist & Vennum, LLP 2007 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP 1996 - 2007
Missouri Attorney General's office 1993 - 1996
Missouri Court of Appeals 1992 - 1993
Skills
Real Estate, Business, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Business Litigation, Property Law, Landlord-Tenant, Creditors' Rights, Bankruptcy, Aviation Law, Personal Injury..., Legal Advice, Depositions
Education
Saint Louis University School of Law 1989 — 1992
J.D. cum laude
Marquette University 1984 — 1988
B.S., Accounting
St. Louis U. High 1980 — 1984
AgStar Financial Services January 2012 - Present
AgStar Financial Services May 2010 - December 2011
Allianz Life January 2005 - July 2009
Rider Bennett, LLP September 2000 - December 2004
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1996 — 1999
J.D.
University of St. Thomas 1992 — 1996
B.A., Political Science
Paulsen's Properties & Investments November 2000 - Present
Carroll & Carroll October 2001 - March 2009
Rider Bennett, LLP April 1998 - September 2001
Skills
Microsoft Word & Excel,..., Invoicing, Accounts Payable, Litigation, Time Management, Legal Writing
Education
Hennepin Technical College 1989 — 1990
Diploma, Legal Assistant
Nettleton Business College, a/k/a National American University
Executive Secretary
Faegre Baker Daniels LLP May 2004 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP 2001 - 2004
Oppenheimer Wolff & Donnelly 1991 - 2001
Equilaw Inc. 1990 - 1991
Marilyn Michales & Associates 1990 - 1990
Ewald Consulting 1988 - 1990
Hubbard County Attorney's Office 1986 - 1988
Skills
Litigation Support, Litigation, Document Review, Westlaw, Pleadings, Legal Research, Trials, Class Actions, Lexis, Bankruptcy, Legal Writing, Civil Litigation, Legal Assistance, Legal Documents, Courts, Trademarks, Business Litigation, Patent Prosecution
Education
Inver Hills Community College
Paralegal, Paralegal
Metropolitan State University
Psychology
Park Rapids Area High School
Park Rapids Area High School
Morrison Sund PLLC July 2008 - Present
West Metro Real Estate, Inc. December 2003 - July 2012
Morrison Fenske & Sund January 2008 - May 2010
IBR Realty 2003 - 2010
Rider Bennett, LLP May 2000 - August 2003
Bruce H. Hanley, P.A. August 1991 - August 2003
Skills
Law Firm Administration, Human Resources, Finance, Real Estate, Employment Law, Contract Negotiation, Sellers, Buyers
Education
Bent Tree Financial/Jeff Ringer, Financial Specialist 2012 — 2013
Controllership 101
Rasmussen College 1984 — 1986
Associate’s Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
University of Minnesota
Education and Human Resource Development
Minnetonka High School
Cargill, Incorporated March 1997 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP 1995 - 1996
Skills
Joint Ventures, Due Diligence, Competition Law, Litigation Management, Procurement Contracts, Mentoring, Management, Corporate Law, Mergers, Contract Negotiation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Assistance, Mergers, Negotiation, Strategy
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1993 — 1995
Doctor of Law (JD)
Macalester College 1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History & Economics
Arthur Chapman April 2007 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP March 1989 - April 2007
Rider, Bennett, LLP March 1989 - April 2007
Skills
Civil Litigation
Education
Minneapolis Community and Technical College 1995 — 2011
completed 96 credits, General
Corporate Counsel May 2014 - Present
AgFirst Farm Credit Bank March 2011 - May 2014
The South Financial Group January 2009 - March 2011
Carolina First Bank January 2009 - March 2011
Marshall BankFirst 2005 - 2007
Rider Bennett, LLP 2002 - 2005
Skills
Commercial Lending, Real Estate Financing, Commercial Finance, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Banking, Bankruptcy, Commercial Banking, Commercial Real Estate, Construction Loans, Contract Negotiation, Credit Analysis, Loans, Portfolio Management, Corporate Governance, Financial Structuring, Private Equity, Relationship Management
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1986 — 1989
JD
St. Olaf College 1978 — 1982
BA, Mathematics
Stinson Leonard Street LLP June 2014 - Present
Federal Judiciary 2003 - June 2014
Rider Bennett, LLP 2001 - 2003
Education
St. John's University
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Biology
University of Minnesota Law School
Medtronic May 2010 - Present
Gregerson, Rosow, Johnson & Nilan, Ltd. September 2004 - May 2010
Rider Bennett, LLP August 2000 - September 2004
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel
Education
Minneapolis Business College 1999 — 2000
Legal Secretary, Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
North Hennepin Community College
Enbridge Energy October 2014 - Present
Donna Law Firm, P.C. December 2009 - October 2014
Leonard, Street and Deinard August 1998 - February 2009
Rider Bennett, LLP June 1995 - August 1998
Skills
Administrative Law, Environmental Law, Premises Liability..., OSHA, Environmental Health, Regulatory Affairs, Land Use Law, Railroad Law, Food Safety, Product Liability, Contract Law, Commercial Litigation, Appeals, Torts, Civil Litigation, Legal Writing, Trials
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1993 — 1996
J.D.
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1991 — 1993
M. Plan., Land Use and Strategic Planning
Bowdoin College 1984 — 1988
A.B., Government and Legal Studies, History
Merced Capital, L.P. (formerly known as EBF & Associates, L.P.) April 2005 - Present
GE Capital Fleet September 2001 - May 2005
Smarte Carte August 1999 - October 2001
Oppenheimer Wolff & Donnelly August 1996 - August 1999
Rider Bennett, LLP September 1987 - August 1996
Skills
Private Equity, Mergers, Securities, Due Diligence, Corporate Finance
Education
Boston College Law School 1984 — 1987
JD
Carleton College 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts, English
Gray Plant Mooty Corporate and M&A AttorneyGray Plant MootyMarch 2007 - March 2013
Rider Bennett, LLP September 2005 - March 2007
Skills
Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Equity, Corporate Governance, Corporate Law, Entrepreneurship
Education
Boston College Law School 2002 — 2005
J.D., Law
Washington University in St. Louis 1998 — 2002
BA, Political Science and Psychology
Bassford Remele 2007 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP 1986 - 2007
Education
Hamline University School of Law 1983 — 1986
J.D.
College of St. Benedict 1976 — 1980
B.A., Psychology
Forest Lake High School
OptumHealth 2012 - Present
Maslon, Edelman, Borman & Brand 2005 - 2011
Rider Bennett, LLP 2001 - 2005
Skills
Microsoft Word 2010, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint development, Outlook 2010, DeskSite, DocsOpen, DM Hummingbird, GroupWise, Elite, Payne Assistant, DeltaView, Interaction
Education
Northwestern College 2001 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Organizational Administration, 3.9
Alexandria Technical and Community College August 2009 - Present
Tillitt McCarten Johnson & Haseman Ltd June 2000 - July 2009
Rider Bennett, LLP June 1994 - June 2000
Education
Augsburg College 1998 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication, Human Relations emphasis
Alexandria Technical College 1993 — 1994
Diploma, Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
Heacox, Hartman, Koshmrl, Cosgriff & Johnson, P.A. April 2013 - Present
Hauer, Fargione 2007 - 2012
William J. Krueger, P.A. September 2005 - August 2007
Rider Bennett, LLP June 2002 - September 2005
Conley & Borgeson May 1995 - June 2000
Horvei, Gubbe & Krueger, PA January 1990 - May 1995
Skills
Workers Compensation, Personal Injury..., Digital Dictation, Pleadings, Drafting Correspondence, Electronic Filing, Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Typing, Claim, Appeals, Courts, Depositions, Legal Assistance, Legal Documents, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Lexis, Trials, Personal Injury, Wordperfect
Education
The University of North Dakota 1984 — 1988
Bachelor's degree, Mathematics
Cargill 1998 - Present
Lane and Waterman September 1993 - December 1997
Rider Bennett, LLP August 1991 - July 1993
Cargill Incorporated May 1986 - August 1988
Skills
Employment Law, Traditional Labor Law, Immigration Law, Corporate Counseling, Corporate Law, Civil Litigation, Trade Secrets, Litigation Management, Labor Relations, Arbitration, Legal Research, Litigation, Contract Law, Contract Negotiation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Writing, Employment Contracts, Mergers & Acquisitions
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1988 — 1991
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law
University of Iowa 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business; Psychology
Graco September 2005 - Present
Graco January 2003 - September 2005
Syngenta January 1999 - January 2003
Novartis Consumer Health August 1998 - January 1999
Novartis 1993 - January 1999
Novartis August 1983 - August 1988
Rider Bennett, LLP August 1983 - August 1988
Education
Carleton College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Cum Laude, with Distinction in Major
William Mitchell College of Law
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Cum Laude
Minnesota Hospital Association March 2002 - Present
Rider Bennett, LLP August 1999 - March 2002
Skills
Event Planning, Healthcare, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Healthcare Management, Hospitals, Higher Education, Leadership Development, Policy, Organizational..., Event Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English Language and Literature, General