Martin Chester

“The art of being a business lawyer is protecting my clients’ interests—balancing risk and opportunity—while achieving their business goals." I am all business, for all businesses. In my thirty plus years as a business lawyer, I have handled virtually every issue affecting or arising from the business lifecycle. Whether you have an existing business or plan to launch one—regardless of your industry—I’m here to help you. Clients rely on me to spot issu...

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...

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.

Andrew Hunstad brings a wealth of experience in complex divorces, including cases involving closely-held businesses, undisclosed or hidden assets, disproportionate incomes, and high debt levels. As a family law attorney, Andrew’s goal is to help his clients create a fair and dignified settlement. When such an approach is not possible, he zealously and diligently advocates for his clients through the appropriate legal proceeding to obtain his clients’ goals. Responsive and understa...

Nicholas J. Kaster is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Nicholas J. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Nicholas J. Kaster since 2025. 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 Nicholas J. Kaster is held by other lawyers.

Michael P. Warren is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Banking and Finance Law. Michael P. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Michael P. Warren 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 Michael P. Warren is held by other lawyers.

Bruce J. Douglas is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Bruce J. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Bruce J. Douglas since 2018. 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 Bruce J. Douglas is held by other lawyers.

Casey is a litigator who represents corporations and individuals in commercial disputes, and navigates families, businesses, and individuals through trust and estate conflicts. Experienced in the litigation process, Casey regularly represents clients in shareholder and securities disputes, as well as other business-related claims, in multiple jurisdictions. He represents clients in probate, state, federal, and appellate courts, recently helping resolve multiple proceedings initiated by benefi...

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 ...

Paul J. Zech is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Labor Law - Management. Paul J. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Paul J. Zech 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 Paul J. Zech is held by other lawyers.