Patrick Cotter

Patrick concentrates his practice on trademark and copyright issues, as well as other intellectual property matters. He has extensive experience in trademark clearance, investigation, prosecution, client counseling and management of domestic and international trademark portfolios on behalf of clients of all sizes in a wide variety of industries. Patrick's practice also focuses on trademark enforcement; trademark opposition and cancellation proceedings; trademark, unfair competition and false ...

John D. Magnuson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Railroad Law. John D. practices law in St. Paul, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized John D. Magnuson 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 John D. Magnuson is held by other lawyers.

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

A firm shareholder, John counsels buyers and sellers on effectively structuring and documenting transactions involving business combinations, purchases and sales, and financing. John has earned his clients’ trust as a business advisor because he approaches their legal issues with a nuanced understanding of a business owner’s objectives and a comprehensive knowledge of financing sources and techniques a complex transaction demands. John leads the firm’s Multi-Unit Succession ...

Thomas J. Basting Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Thomas J. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Thomas J. Basting Jr. 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 Thomas J. Basting Jr. is held by other lawyers.

As a founding partner of Hellmuth & Johnson, David has been creating strategic advantages for clients since the firm’s inception. He works with a diverse group of small, medium, and large businesses, financial institutions, non profit entities and individuals, primarily assisting in matters involving real estate, corporations, collection/creditor remedies, banking and financial, and business matters. David also represents a significant number of condominium and townhouse association...

Richard J. Johnson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Administrative / Regulatory Law and Energy Law. Richard J. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Richard J. Johnson since 1995. 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 Richard J. Johnson is held by other lawyers.

J. Robert (Rob) Keena helped build Hellmuth & Johnson’s litigation practice to find solutions that others don’t think of. “I work closely with both litigators and transactional attorneys at Hellmuth & Johnson to make sure that any client I represent receives the benefit of experienced eyes on every matter we handle. I don’t know of any other law firm that embraces complexity with creative thinking the way we do. I love it when someone who has a tough problem, a...

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...

Jana Aune Deach is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Jana Aune practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Jana Aune Deach since 2014. 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 Jana Aune Deach is held by other lawyers.