William P. "Bill" Hefner

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

Max J. Schott II is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Franchise Law. Max J. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Max J. Schott II since 2016. 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 Max J. Schott II is held by other lawyers.

Nick wins cases for clients and helps them favorably resolve disputes, including complex partnership, corporate governance, finance, and deal disputes. As a first-chair trial lawyer who has tried more than 30 jury trials, bench trials, and arbitrations, when a rare business case goes to trial, other law firms and clients ask him to join or lead the trial team. Nick splits his time between Barack Ferrazzano’s Minneapolis and Chicago offices, although he regularly appears in courts across...

Benjamin W. Johnson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Public Finance Law. Benjamin W. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Benjamin W. Johnson 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 Benjamin W. Johnson is held by other lawyers.

Shawn J. Wanta has dedicated his career to championing workplace equity and individual rights through class and collective actions. Born and raised in Milwaukee WI, Shawn has always had a strong drive to foster a just society. Shawn went on to attend the University of Wisconsin–Madison , where he received his degree in Philosophy and Political Science. Later, Shawn would go on to secure his J.D. from William Mitchell College of Law in Saint Paul, Minnesota, in 2008. Recognized for his s...

Jessica Klander defends businesses and professionals against liability and malpractice claims in the consumer law defense, professional liability, and general liability arenas. Also experienced in complex litigation, employment law, non-compete disputes, and class action lawsuits, Ms. Klander regularly represents clients in both state and federal courts across the United States. She currently defends creditors and credit professionals against federal consumer statute claims, defends health ca...

Jeffrey S. Sheridan has practiced law since 1987 and represents clients in Eagan, Minnesota and throughout the Twin Cities in criminal defense matters, including DUI / DWI defense and general criminal practice . As a shareholder at Sheridan & Dulas PA , he has handled a wide range of misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor, and felony cases in Minnesota state courts. Over the course of his career, Jeffrey has been recognized by Super Lawyers, named Attorney of the Year by Minnesota Lawyer on three...

Piyumi Samaratunga is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Immigration Law. Piyumi practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Piyumi Samaratunga since 2023. 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 Piyumi Samaratunga is held by other lawyers.

Charles B. Rogers is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Banking and Finance and Litigation - Real Estate. Charles B. practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota Best Lawyers has recognized Charles B. Rogers since 2009. 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 Charles B. Rogers is held by other...

Bob Abdo is Executive Vice President of Lommen Abdo Law Firm. He brings a wide variety of background and experience, giving him a practical and substantive perspective to advise clients. He acts as general outside counsel to a variety of businesses. Bob represents start-up, emerging and growing private and publicly held businesses. He provides legal, transactional, estate and family planning, business strategy and long-term planning, counseling and advice to varied businesses, organizations a...