Derek Stewart

“When I meet with someone for the first time, they are on edge and their life is unraveling. It’s never going to be the same. My role is to calmly help them understand and successfully navigate the process, and to move forward with their lives.” The law can seem cold and impersonal, but in every family law case, hearts are involved. I form trusted relationships with my clients—spouses, parents, and grandparents—to ensure you feel important and respected. I active...

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...

As Founding and Managing Partner of Ciresi Conlin, Katie’s known for practicing at the intersection of science and the law. She pinpoints the advantages and disadvantages of each case, quickly and efficiently. In order to know how to maneuver your client’s case, you also need to understand your opponent’s path. Seeing through the pitfalls while recognizing the advantages both sides face helps to refine the business goals and litigation strategies for any dispute. Plus, after...

Daniel J. Ballintine is a shareholder at Larkin Hoffman with more than 25 years of experience collaborating with businesses to develop and deliver successful litigation strategies involving employment claims. His practice covers virtually every type of employment-related case, including non-competition agreements, trade secrets, discrimination, sexual harassment, overtime, FMLA and other claims in state and federal court. Dan also has a niche specialty handling cases that involve temporary re...

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.

Thomas L. Bray is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Thomas L. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Thomas L. Bray since 2013. 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 Thomas L. Bray is held by other lawyers.

Harry A. Sieben, Jr. has spent more than 50 years advocating for injured people and helping build SiebenCarey into one of Minnesota's largest and most established personal injury law firms. Over the course of his career, he has represented clients in complex personal injury litigation and conducted jury trials resulting in record-setting verdicts. Harry's accomplishments as a trial lawyer have earned longstanding recognition from his peers and leading legal organizations. He has been recogniz...

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

Tony has spent a large part of his career handling large loss and catastrophe litigation including fires and explosions, product liability, property and casualty litigation. He has handled a range of complex insurance coverage disputes. Tony is often called upon to go to fire scenes and take control of fire investigation to protect his clients’ interests. He has substantial trial experience, having tried cases in state courts throughout the Midwest and in federal court. He also has subs...

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.