David B. Kempston

Philip L. Bruner is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Arbitration and Mediation. Philip L. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Philip L. Bruner since 2003. 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 Philip L. Bruner 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.

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.

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

Michael M. Krauss is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Banking and Finance. Michael M. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Michael M. Krauss 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 Michael M. Krauss is held by other lawyers.

Christopher D. Stall is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Christopher D. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Christopher D. Stall since 2021. 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 Chri...

For the past two decades, Debra has focused her practice in the area of employment litigation and counseling, where she regularly assists employers with all aspects of employment matters. She helps employers navigate through the complicated and often-technical myriad of state, federal and local statutes and laws impacting employment decisions from the hiring process to performance evaluations, discipline, and separations, as well as litigation arising from all of those stages. Debra also devo...

Chuck has over 30 years of experience litigating complex commercial cases, with particular emphasis on the trial and appeal of insurance coverage disputes, including breach of contract, declaratory judgment and bad faith actions. Chuck was named in 2025, 2021, and 2016 by The Best Lawyers in America as its Minneapolis Mass Tort Litigation/Class Action – Defendants “Lawyer of the Year.” He was also named as its 2019 and 2014 Minneapolis Insurance Law “Lawyer of the Year...

Rebecca Bernhard empowers employers to overcome labor, employment, and business hurdles with precision and efficiency. Her practical, solutions-driven approach to providing legal counsel cuts through complexity, allowing clients to resolve issues swiftly while minimizing risks. Rebecca's incisive guidance spans traditional labor law, talent management, and immigration. Rebecca’s multifaceted experience means she seamlessly blends legal acumen with business savvy when ensuring that compa...

Tim is a skilled trial lawyer with more than 35 years of experience before state and federal courts—both in Minnesota and across the country. The key to his record of litigation achievements is his grasp of the technical issues and his high-level understanding of the complexities of the law. In his products liability litigation defense practice, Tim defends product liability cases and commercial cases for manufacturers in a number of industries, including: Power generation/energy Consum...