Jason A. Kuchar

Joshua A. Hasko is a shareholder with Messerli Kramer and serves as the firm’s President. Hasko has been an active member of the firm’s board of directors and served as chair of the Business Litigation Department. Josh is consistently included on the Minnesota Super Lawyers® list, which recognizes the top 2.5% of lawyers in the State and has been named to Super Lawyer’s® Top 100 List since 2016. He is also recognized for his work in commercial litigation in the 2020 ...

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...

Andrew M. Baese is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Trusts and Estates. Andrew M. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Andrew M. Baese 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 Andrew M. Baese is held by other lawyers.

Joseph Simmer is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants. Joseph practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Joseph Simmer 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 Joseph Simmer is held by other lawyers.

Henry Pfutzenreuter is a trial lawyer who represents businesses in high-stakes franchise, distribution, employment, and commercial litigation. Outside the courtroom, he combines his litigation experience with practical, client-focused guidance to develop creative solutions for mitigating risk and maximizing business objectives. Henry represents a diverse range of clients—from closely held and publicly traded companies to emerging and international franchisors—guiding them through ...

Brian T. Benkstein is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employment Law - Management. Brian T. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Brian T. Benkstein 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 Brian T. Benkstein is held by other lawyers.

Kristine M. Boylan is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Copyright Law, Litigation - Intellectual Property and Trademark Law. Kristine M. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Kristine M. Boylan since 2016. 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 Kristine M. Boylan is held by other lawyers.

Cynthia Bremer is the managing shareholder of the Minneapolis office. Cynthia has extensive experience in employment law and complex litigation matters. Her practice focuses on representing corporations and corporate management in all types of employment law matters. While Cynthia’s primary focus has been employment litigation defense in federal and state courts throughout the Midwest, including class and collective actions, Cynthia also advises companies on critical employment law issu...

Susan Fitzke is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employment Law - Management. Susan practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Susan Fitzke 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 Susan Fitzke is held by other lawyers.

Brian Hayes is a partner at Carlson Caspers who offers successful companies skilled guidance for many complex intellectual property issues. Brian’s expertise includes IP and patent litigation, licensing, monetization, freedom-to-operate, and validity analyses. Brian works with innovative companies in a variety of market sectors relating to medical devices, computer software and hardware, and agricultural businesses. Brian thoroughly understands the business climate of his clients and th...