James J. Long

Nick wins cases for clients and helps them favorably resolve disputes, including complex partnership, corporate governance, finance, and deal disputes. As a first-chair trial lawyer who has tried more than 30 jury trials, bench trials, and arbitrations, when a rare business case goes to trial, other law firms and clients ask him to join or lead the trial team. Nick splits his time between Barack Ferrazzano’s Minneapolis and Chicago offices, although he regularly appears in courts across...

A firm shareholder, John counsels buyers and sellers on effectively structuring and documenting transactions involving business combinations, purchases and sales, and financing. John has earned his clients’ trust as a business advisor because he approaches their legal issues with a nuanced understanding of a business owner’s objectives and a comprehensive knowledge of financing sources and techniques a complex transaction demands. John leads the firm’s Multi-Unit Succession ...

Matthew J. Goggin has successfully represented clients for over 25 years in patent litigation involving a broad spectrum of technologies spanning the commercial world – everything from flytraps and pitchforks to polymer gels, acoustical insulation, respirator masks, cardiovascular stents, prescription drugs, and patented features used in smartphones.

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

Joni champions the rights of employees in cases involving wrongful termination, discrimination , harassment, retaliation, and whistleblower issues , fueled by a passion for giving a voice to the oppressed within the workplace. As an exceptional advocate for her clients is Joni consistently demonstrates her ability to truly understand her clients unique situations through authentic listening. Joni takes the time to truly understand each client’s unique situation and objectives, crafting ...

Jennifer Zwilling is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Labor and Employment. Jennifer practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Jennifer Zwilling 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 Jennifer Zwilling is held by other lawyers.

Christopher Carlisle is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Venture Capital Law. Christopher practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Christopher Carlisle 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 Christopher Carlisle is held by other lawyers.

Gary A. Van Cleve is a seasoned trial attorney and an appellate advocate handling a full range of real estate-related litigation. Gary focuses on representing property owners in: (1) condemnation actions where either the government or a utility company takes private property for a public use through its power of eminent domain, (2) land use disputes with local governments typically involving zoning or permitting issues, and (3) property tax appeals.

John D. Magnuson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Railroad Law. John D. practices law in St. Paul, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized John D. Magnuson since 2019. 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 John D. Magnuson is held by other lawyers.

Kodi J. Verhalen is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Energy Regulatory Law and Environmental Law. Kodi J. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Kodi J. Verhalen 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 Kodi J. Verhalen is held by other lawyers.