Sarah Crippen

Leatha chairs Meagher + Geer’s Anti-Fraud and Extra Contractual Litigation practice group and she has handled thousands of cases throughout her career. As one of the firm’s leaders, she also serves as a member of its Management Committee. Leatha litigates fraud and civil RICO matters throughout Minnesota and the country. She has successfully represented her clients against numerous bad faith and extracontractual claims. She also has experience handling significant property loss, d...

Aram Desteian represents businesses in complex commercial litigation, and also counsels and defends other lawyers against a spectrum of professional liability claims. Aram Desteian’s commercial litigation practice includes representing businesses in a wide range of business disputes. As a professional liability attorney, he regularly helps other lawyers prevent and navigate lawsuits, investigations, board proceedings, and hearings involving legal ethics, legal malpractice, and other are...

Andrew James is an accomplished trial lawyer and litigator who has won cases big and small from coast to coast. Drew harnesses substantial courtroom and litigation experience, as well as experience as in-house counsel, to resolve his clients’ thorniest issues. He also proactively advises clients to avoid disputes altogether. Drew passionately represents his clients in all varieties of civil and business litigation, employment (both litigation and advice and counsel), education, and civi...

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

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.

Charlie Roach primarily focuses his practice on business immigration and employee drug and alcohol testing. He has extensive experience representing and advising employers in all areas of immigration, including temporary employment visas, labor certifications, permanent residency ("Green Cards"), immigration compliance and employment eligibility verification (Form I-9) issues. He provides counsel on immigration issues related to employment decisions, company policies and procedures, mergers a...

Stephanie D. Sarantopoulos is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Stephanie D. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Stephanie D. Sarantopoulos 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 Stephanie D. Sarantopoulos is hel...

Joni champions the rights of employees in cases involving wrongful termination, discrimination , harassment, retaliation, and whistleblower issues , fueled by a passion for giving a voice to the oppressed within the workplace. As an exceptional advocate for her clients is Joni consistently demonstrates her ability to truly understand her clients unique situations through authentic listening. Joni takes the time to truly understand each client’s unique situation and objectives, crafting ...

As Founding and Managing Partner of Ciresi Conlin, Katie’s known for practicing at the intersection of science and the law. She pinpoints the advantages and disadvantages of each case, quickly and efficiently. In order to know how to maneuver your client’s case, you also need to understand your opponent’s path. Seeing through the pitfalls while recognizing the advantages both sides face helps to refine the business goals and litigation strategies for any dispute. Plus, after...

Timothy L. Gustin is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Timothy L. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Timothy L. Gustin 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 Timothy L. Gustin is held by other lawyers.