Joshua T. Natzel

Thomas J. Basting Jr. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Thomas J., who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Thomas J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Nicole focuses her practice primarily on professional liability defense for healthcare providers, including physicians, dentists, chiropractors, nurses, and others, as well as long-term care litigation. She handles a wide variety of claims, including those alleging negligence and lack of informed consent, as well as claims involving health care providers in administrative proceedings before their respective licensing boards. Nicole has successfully represented clients in all phases of civil l...

“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...

Shehla P. Tauscher is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates. Shehla P., who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Shehla P. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

“It is a tremendous honor being voted the 2020 Minneapolis Lawyer of the Year in family law. I am proud to be recognized as an effective advocate who has earned the respect of my peers. My commitment to professionalism, integrity, and diligence through serving my clients and the profession is unwavering.” People are often anxious and distraught as they anticipate the end of a relationship. My role is to be objective and provide skillful legal counsel through what can be a difficul...

Peter J. Coyle advises business and institutional clients on solving problems related to federal, state and local law and regulation. He represents clients before the Minnesota Legislature and state agencies, as well as cities, counties and townships, on a wide variety of business licensing, permitting, regulatory compliance, environmental review and related matters. The main focus of his practice is advising land owners, developers and contractors who are seeking local and state regulatory a...

Elizabeth Drotning Hartwell is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Elizabeth Drotning, who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Elizabeth Drotning is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Kerry L. Middleton is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Kerry L., who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kerry L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Jason R. Kraus is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Patent Law. Jason R., who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jason R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Kay Nord Hunt is an appellate advocate who has handled over 600 appeals to the Minnesota and Wisconsin appellate courts, the Seventh and Eighth Circuit Courts of Appeal, other specialty courts and other courts around the nation where she appears pro hac vice. As Lommen Abdo is a broad-based litigation firm, she has handled appeals in virtually every area of the law. Because of her expertise in appellate practice, she also regularly associates with other law firms to assist them with their app...