Anthony J. "Tony" Novak

Peter M. Kohlhepp is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Intellectual Property. Peter M. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Peter M. Kohlhepp 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 Peter M. Kohlhepp is held by other lawyers.

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...

Mr. Yanowitz graduated from Bard College in 1970 and received his Juris Doctor degree from Suffolk University in 1974. He then completed the Boston University Law School Graduate Tax Program receiving a Master of Laws degree in taxation in 1977. He worked as a tax manager for a national accounting firm in Washington, D.C., until 1979 and operated his own tax practice in Washington before moving to Rochester in 1984. He has authored numerous articles on taxation which have appeared in regional...

Edward F. Fox is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Edward F. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Edward F. Fox 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 Edward F. Fox is he...

Ronald Gardner is a partner at the top franchisee law firm Dady & Gardner, P.A. Hehas represented businesses in virtually all fifty states, including both single-owner and multi-unit franchisees. He has handled issues of unlawful termination, encroachment, and the franchisor's failure to comply with requirements of the FTC and state governments. He is also a nationally known speaker on franchise law and the Past Chair of the ABA's Forum on Franchising.

Marcus A. Ploeger is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Banking and Finance Law. Marcus A. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Marcus A. Ploeger 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 Marcus A. Ploeger is held by other lawyers.

Peter is a commercial litigator known for distilling complicated subject matter into clear, compelling narratives that resonate with judges, juries, and opposing parties. He represents clients on both the plaintiff and defense sides of high-stakes litigation. On the plaintiff side, Peter has secured verdicts and settlements in the hundreds of millions of dollars. On the defense side, he has represented major financial institutions and companies in government enforcement actions and commercial...

Joel Hilgendorf is a partner in the real estate practice group of Hellmuth & Johnson. He is certified by the Minnesota State Bar Association as a Real Property Law Specialist. Joel counsels banks, businesses, individuals, and community associations in all legal issues related to real estate, including sale, purchase, leasing, and financing of residential and commercial property.

David E. Kirkman is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. David E. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized David E. Kirkman 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 David E. Kirkman is held by other lawyers.

Kathleen Flynn Peterson is devoted to providing advocacy for people dealing with pain, suffering and loss. As a former registered nurse, Kathleen understands that providing the best possible care requires speaking up for patients’ needs and speaking out against institutional problems in the medical system. Kathleen advocates against health care injustices by focusing on representing individuals and families who experience injury or death as a result of medical negligence. Her medical/le...