Jeffrey W. "Jeff" Schmidt

“Clients trust me to fix their problems. I am known for rolling up my sleeves to figure out the best approach, provide insightful advice, and achieve a solid solution.” When there is a contentious issue that may present a liability concern, clients turn to me for the breadth of knowledge and broad perspective that comes with my 25 years of experience handling a wide variety of matters. Whether I am providing counsel, handling a project, or managing litigation across the country as...

David S. Johnson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law and Real Estate Law. David S. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized David S. Johnson 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 David S. Johnson is held by other lawyers.

Chris Mumm is a business lawyer and a deal maker. He has deep experience with challenging business issues and represents clients especially with respect to mergers and acquisitions, capital structuring, deal management, corporate financing transactions (including private placements) and employment law matters. Chris’s experience includes a wide range of transactional matters, from single-location acquisitions to large, multi-unit, multi-jurisdictional transactions. During his time with ...

Jennifer J. Elston practices in the areas of estate planning, estate and trust administration, probate, guardianships and conservatorships, real estate, as well as farm and business succession planning. Jennifer has over a decade of experience developing comprehensive estate plans for her clients. She represents clients of all estate sizes, including developing comprehensive estate tax planning strategies for high-net-worth clients. In addition, Jennifer guides clients through the court proce...

Lauren E. Lonergan is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law, Litigation - ERISA and Litigation - Insurance. Lauren E. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Lauren E. Lonergan since 2010. 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 Lauren E. Lonergan is held by othe...

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.

Heather McElroy is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Heather practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Heather McElroy since 2022. 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 Heather McElroy is held by other lawyers.

Jing Jin is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Finance Law. Jing practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Jing Jin 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 Jing Jin is held by other lawyers.

Mark provides legal services to professionals, including attorneys, accountants, architects, engineers, and title agents. He also represents product manufacturers and various companies in the construction and finance industries. His work involves primarily contested matters, including civil litigation, arbitration, mediation, and representation of individuals and companies before government licensing agencies. He is also one of the firm’s leaders, serving as a member of its Management C...

Managing Partner of Madigan, Dahl & Harlan, P.A. Tom's focus has been on business, construction and real estate law. He serves as counselor to a variety of small to medium-size businesses advising them on all aspects of business law from formation and capitalization of entities, to consulting and negotiating various contracts, leases, and other agreements, and finally representing these clients and their needs in federal and state courts across the country. He has advised clients on all f...