Larina Alton

Karl focuses his practice on advising small to medium-sized businesses on a variety of contract matters and commercial disputes. His background in construction makes him particularly well suited for real estate transactions and commercial litigation for clients in the real estate, construction and banking industries. Karl’s perspective on client relations: I feel a real rapport with those in construction and real estate businesses. My family owned and operated a small construction compa...

Kara Rahimi’s practice focuses on nursing home abuse and negligence. Her background as a former forensic pathology investigator, as well as being a cum laude law school graduate and associate law review editor, has made Kara integral in the forensic analysis of the complex medical/legal issues in the cases we handle. Kara received her Bachelor of Arts degree in American Indian Studies at the University of Minnesota in December 1998. Upon graduation Kara took a job in a pathology office ...

David M. Dahlmeier is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Agriculture Law, Insurance Law, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. David M. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized David M. Dahlmeier since 2020. 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 D...

Mark R. Becker is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Construction Law. Mark R. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Mark R. Becker 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 Mark R. Becker is held by other lawyers.

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

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...

Kelly Putney is a professional liability litigator who has helped clients navigate and prevent malpractice actions for more than 25 years. Also experienced in other types of proceedings including investigations, arbitrations and licensing matters, Ms. Putney is a true professionals’ lawyer, having represented and counseled hundreds of health care providers, lawyers, insurance agents and brokers, real estate agents, architects, and accountants. Most recently, Ms. Putney successfully defe...

Piyumi Samaratunga is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Immigration Law. Piyumi practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Piyumi Samaratunga 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 Piyumi Samaratunga is held by other lawyers.

John R. “Rob” Hill is a highly respected family law attorney with extensive experience providing mediation services for all aspects of family law and divorce matters. Well known for his calm demeanor and ability to listen, Rob is dedicated to helping individuals and families resolve disputes efficiently and amicably. His experience as both a mediator and a litigator allows him to offer clients a comprehensive perspective, clearly outlining the potential outcomes and financial impl...

Brian Melendez is a veteran litigator with more than two decades of experience in trial and appellate practice, and a former president of the Minnesota State Bar Association. His practice focuses on consumer-credit litigation and business torts. He has defended consumer-financial-services providers in more than 300 cases in over 40 states. Brian was named by Minnesota Lawyer magazine in 2002 as one of the Top Ten Attorneys of the Year; he won the award a second time in 2008, only the second p...