Andrew S. Ehard

J. Robert (Rob) Keena helped build Hellmuth & Johnson’s litigation practice to find solutions that others don’t think of. “I work closely with both litigators and transactional attorneys at Hellmuth & Johnson to make sure that any client I represent receives the benefit of experienced eyes on every matter we handle. I don’t know of any other law firm that embraces complexity with creative thinking the way we do. I love it when someone who has a tough problem, a...

“I believe that attorneys should treat their clients with dignity and respect, in the same way they would want one of their own family members treated while going through this difficult process.” I am the calm eye of the storm providing clients with empathy and unwavering confidence to navigate this overwhelming time in their lives. It sounds basic, yet it’s true—helping people is the most rewarding part of my job. I enjoy talking with people and finding common ground ...

Chad Stepan serves as Chair of the firm’s Catastrophic Loss Practice Group. He focuses his practice on complex civil litigation, including fires, explosions, structural failures, mechanical failures, product failures and other catastrophic losses and construction-related incidents across the United States. He has handled numerous multi-million dollar claims, including major industrial explosions and fires, and construction and design matters. Chad investigates these incidents and provid...

Jeanne Morris is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trusts and Estates. Jeanne practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Jeanne Morris 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 Jeanne Morris is held by other lawyers.

Andrew James is an accomplished trial lawyer and litigator who has won cases big and small from coast to coast. Drew harnesses substantial courtroom and litigation experience, as well as experience as in-house counsel, to resolve his clients’ thorniest issues. He also proactively advises clients to avoid disputes altogether. Drew passionately represents his clients in all varieties of civil and business litigation, employment (both litigation and advice and counsel), education, and civi...

Britt M. Gilbertson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Britt M. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Britt M. Gilbertson since 2022. 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 Britt M. Gilbertson is held by other lawyers.

Timothy A. Lindquist is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Intellectual Property and Litigation - Patent. Timothy A. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Timothy A. Lindquist since 2007. 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 Timothy A. Lindquist is held by other lawyers.

Aram Desteian represents businesses in complex commercial litigation, and also counsels and defends other lawyers against a spectrum of professional liability claims. Aram Desteian’s commercial litigation practice includes representing businesses in a wide range of business disputes. As a professional liability attorney, he regularly helps other lawyers prevent and navigate lawsuits, investigations, board proceedings, and hearings involving legal ethics, legal malpractice, and other are...

Christopher J. Bellini is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Christopher J. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Christopher J. Bellini since 2024. 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 Christopher J. Bellini is held ...

Mathew R. Korte is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs. Mathew R. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Mathew R. Korte 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 Mathew R. Korte is held by other lawyers.