Samantha J. Gemberling

“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...

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...

Jennifer Zwilling is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Labor and Employment. Jennifer practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Jennifer Zwilling 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 Jennifer Zwilling is held by other lawyers.

Brian Hayes is a partner at Carlson Caspers who offers successful companies skilled guidance for many complex intellectual property issues. Brian’s expertise includes IP and patent litigation, licensing, monetization, freedom-to-operate, and validity analyses. Brian works with innovative companies in a variety of market sectors relating to medical devices, computer software and hardware, and agricultural businesses. Brian thoroughly understands the business climate of his clients and th...

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

Her clients, co–workers, and colleagues and competitors in the marketplace remark that Janel M. Dressen is a tenacious business litigator who will advocate tirelessly and creatively to resolve her client’s business disputes. Janel prides herself on being the most prepared person in the room, solving problems that lawyers and clients refer to as “the most challenging” and getting to know her clients and their businesses as much as they do. She loves to solve problems an...

Edward F. Fox is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Edward F. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Edward F. Fox since 2007. 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 Edward F. Fox is he...

Gary A. Renneke is recognized by his peers as a leading attorney in Minnesota in real estate transactions. He has extensive experience in all facets of commercial real estate, including acquisitions, sales, leasing and financing transactions, as well as new development and construction projects. Gary has advised clients in commercial transactions involving millions of square feet and valued in the billions of dollars. He has represented property owners, developers, investors, retail center op...

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

Terry L. Slye is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trusts and Estates. Terry L. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Terry L. Slye 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 Terry L. Slye is held by other lawyers.