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Charles S. Modell has represented franchisors throughout the country in most every imaginable scenario over the course of his nearly 50-year legal career. He has counseled franchisors in every stage of their development, including the decision to franchise, preparation and registration of franchise documents, management of franchise relationships, franchise growth strategies, and termination and non-renewal of franchise relationships. He has also represented private equity companies and exist...

Jessica Klander defends businesses and professionals against liability and malpractice claims in the consumer law defense, professional liability, and general liability arenas. Also experienced in complex litigation, employment law, non-compete disputes, and class action lawsuits, Ms. Klander regularly represents clients in both state and federal courts across the United States. She currently defends creditors and credit professionals against federal consumer statute claims, defends health ca...

John Crawford counsels clients in cases involving insurance coverage, personal injuries, wrongful death, mental impairment/mental anguish, punitive damages and property damage. A significant portion of his practice is representing motor carriers, commercial truck drivers, and the motoring public. John is certified as a civil trial specialist by the Minnesota State Bar Association and is a board-certified civil trial advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. Currently he and colleague,...

Brian Melendez is a veteran litigator with more than two decades of experience in trial and appellate practice, and a former president of the Minnesota State Bar Association. His practice focuses on consumer-credit litigation and business torts. He has defended consumer-financial-services providers in more than 300 cases in over 40 states. Brian was named by Minnesota Lawyer magazine in 2002 as one of the Top Ten Attorneys of the Year; he won the award a second time in 2008, only the second p...

Bruce J. Douglas is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Bruce J. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Bruce J. Douglas since 2018. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Bruce J. Douglas is held by other lawyers.

Robert A. McLeod is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Trusts and Estates and Trusts and Estates. Robert A. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Robert A. McLeod since 2023. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Robert A. McLeod is held by other lawyers.

Elizabeth Weinandt is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Elizabeth practices law in Mankato, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Elizabeth Weinandt since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Elizabeth Weinandt is held by other lawyers.

Mark Radke is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Mark practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Mark Radke since 2019. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Mark Radke is held by other lawyers.

Maren M. Forde is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Insurance Law. Maren M. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Maren M. Forde since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Maren M. Forde is held by other lawyers.

Kyle E. Hart is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Construction. Kyle E. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Kyle E. Hart since 2012. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Kyle E. Hart is held by other lawyers.