Claire Barlow

“The art of being a business lawyer is protecting my clients’ interests—balancing risk and opportunity—while achieving their business goals." I am all business, for all businesses. In my thirty plus years as a business lawyer, I have handled virtually every issue affecting or arising from the business lifecycle. Whether you have an existing business or plan to launch one—regardless of your industry—I’m here to help you. Clients rely on me to spot issu...

"As a mediator or arbitrator my goal is to have the perspective, persistence, and patience to resolve business disputes and settle cases effectively." With more than 40 years of experience as a litigator representing both plaintiffs and defendants, I know business issues. This wealth of experience and knowledge now serves as the foundation for successfully resolving disputes through alternative dispute resolution (ADR). I am a leading provider of commercial litigation ADR services and have an...

James J. Vedder is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. James J., who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2015. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which James J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Hugh D. Brown is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law. Hugh D., who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Hugh D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Shawn J. Wanta has dedicated his career to championing workplace equity and individual rights through class and collective actions. Born and raised in Milwaukee WI, Shawn has always had a strong drive to foster a just society. Shawn went on to attend the University of Wisconsin–Madison , where he received his degree in Philosophy and Political Science. Later, Shawn would go on to secure his J.D. from William Mitchell College of Law in Saint Paul, Minnesota, in 2008. Recognized for his s...

David B. Kempston is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants. David B., who practices law in Coon Rapids, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2007. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David B. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Alison J. Midden is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Nonprofit / Charities Law and Trusts and Estates. Alison J., who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Alison J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Robert A. McLeod is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Trusts and Estates and Trusts and Estates. Robert A., who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Robert A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Craig Brandt is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Labor and Employment. Craig, who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Craig is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Tanja K. Manrique is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Arbitration and Mediation. Tanja K., who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Tanja K. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.