Paul W. Markwardt

Michael Klemm is a partner in the real estate group of Hellmuth & Johnson. He is an MSBA Certified Real Property Law Specialist and has repeatedly been recognized as a “Rising Star” by Mpls.St.Paul Magazine and Twin Cities Business. Michael has represented and advised a wide range of clients, including cities, developers, builders, lenders, businesses, individuals, and associations. He has extensive experience in complex real estate transactions, including acquisition, disposi...

Dennis L. Knoer is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Dennis L. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Dennis L. Knoer 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 Dennis L. Knoer is held by other lawyers.

Laura Hammargren is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants. Laura practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Laura Hammargren since 2026. 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 Laura Hammargren is held by other lawyers.

Jeffrey Saunders is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Jeffrey practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Jeffrey Saunders since 2026. 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 Jeffrey Saunders is held by other lawyers.

Christopher Morris defends financial institutions and firms against consumer and regulatory lawsuits and advises businesses on compliance with federal credit and collection laws. He also defends attorneys, engineers, and other professionals, and represents businesses and individuals in commercial and employment disputes. Mr. Morris has litigated to trial complex business cases with at-risk amounts in excess of $200 million and has successfully resolved claims involving hundreds of thousands o...

Christopher D. Stall is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Christopher D. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Christopher D. Stall 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 Chri...

Richard J. Kelber is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Richard J. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Richard J. Kelber since 2008. 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. Kel...

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

Paul D. Peterson is a founding partner of Harper & Peterson PLLC in Woodbury, Minnesota, where his practice is focused on civil litigation, including Insurance Law, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, and Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs. He represents individuals and families in matters involving serious personal injury, wrongful death, insurance disputes, and other complex litigation throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin. Mr. Peterso...

Mark J. Ayotte is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Mark J. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Mark J. Ayotte since 2027. 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 J. Ayotte is held by other lawyers.