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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.

Eileen Krenner is an attorney with Krenner Law in Oakdale, Minnesota, representing individuals and families in Family Law and Family Law Mediation matters . Her practice focuses on helping clients address divorce , child custody/support , parenting time, spousal maintenance , property division, High-Asset Divorce and Paternity with practical guidance and clear communication. In addition to representing clients in family law disputes, Eileen also provides neutral services in Family Law Mediati...

Holly M. Robbins is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Holly M. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Holly M. Robbins since 2020. 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 Holly M. Robbins is held by other lawyers.

When facing the uncertainty of divorce or other family issues, Vija provides her clients with peace of mind. Vija's advocacy is set apart by a confidence and compassion that seeks practical solutions to issues that keep her clients up at night. With years of experience and wins from Minnesota's trial courts to its Supreme Court, Vija's clients know she has what it takes to protect them and what they value most. Vija recognizes that, for clients going through a divorce or other family law matt...

Barry O’Neil is a trial attorney, who is certified as a Civil Trial Specialist by the Minnesota State Bar Association. He represents professionals in malpractice claims with an emphasis in legal malpractice. Mr. O’Neil’s practice also involves the resolution of complex commercial disputes, employment-related issues and insurance claims. His commercial litigation experience has included contract, shareholder, partnership and business competition disputes in both trial and arb...

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

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.

Jeffrey Wohl is chair and a partner of the Employment Law practice of Paul Hastings and is based in the firm’s San Francisco office. Mr. Wohl serves as global employment counsel to the firm. He represents major national and regional companies in high technology, biotechnology, financial services, retail, and other industry sectors in the areas of employment litigation and counseling, including individual and class action discrimination, wage and hour, wrongful discharge and privacy case...

Gary Speier is a registered U.S. patent attorney with a focus on issues facing companies in the life sciences sectors. He provides counsel on a broad range of patent-related matters and regularly conducts pre-suit investigations, intellectual property valuations, and IP due diligence. Gary provides freedom-to-operate clearance reviews and opinions relating to infringement and validity and develops patent procurement and patent prosecution strategies for domestic, international, and foreign ju...

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...