Best Lawyers in Minnesota, United States for Family Law

“My priority is to develop a deep understanding of your unique situation. Gaining that insight allows me to deliver the best options to meet your needs so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.” I represent business owners, executives, athletes, politicians, physicians, financial advisors, and other professionals who need a strong advocate to help navigate difficult family transitions. Whether a complex financial matter or a thorny child custody issue, my clients ap...

Gary Debele is a 1987 graduate of the University of Minnesota Law School and since 1991 has focused his practice on a uniquely broad and all encompassing conception of family law. Through his membership in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, the International Academy of Family Law Attorneys, and the Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproduction Attorneys, he has built relationships with professionals in his areas of family law expertise across the United States and across the globe. ...

“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...

As a family law attorney, I meticulously prepare my clients for and guide them through the intricate family court process with a goal of setting them up for success beyond this challenging phase. My journey in family law began with an insightful clerkship in the Hennepin County Family Justice Center, where I gained a comprehensive understanding of family law from a judicial perspective. Over those formative years, I was deeply involved in a myriad of hearings and trials, offering me the inval...

April Will is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. April, who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which April is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

I am excited to be an associate in the firm’s Family Law practice group. Prior to joining Henson Efron, I worked at Meagher + Geer, and as a law clerk for the Honorable Elizabeth V. Cutter of the Fourth Judicial District’s Family Court. During my clerkship, I gained substantive experience in navigating family law matters involving pre- and post-decree custody and parenting time disputes, child support, and property division issues. I have also clerked for the Honorable Kristin A. ...

My role is to prepare and guide clients through the family court process with the goal of setting them up for success on the other side of that process. My experience clerking in Hennepin Family Court gave me valuable insight into family law from a judge’s perspective. For more than two years I attended all types of hearings and trials on a near-daily basis, consulting with the judge afterwards and drafting court orders. At Henson Efron, I draw on that experience to advise clients about...

Jack Hicks is an associate attorney in the Family Law group at Hellmuth & Johnson. He specializes in high-net-worth dissolutions, often involving complex spousal maintenance claims and property division. He enjoys working with clients to reach positive outcomes, whether that is through alternative dispute resolution or going to trial. He has successfully argued in front of judges and worked with them behind the scenes. Jack knows the strategies and tools to get clients the best outcome po...

Jonathan Engel brings years of experience in family court litigation which includes divorce, custody, and other related matters. Jonathan is a child-centric attorney who is passionate about children and helping families find solutions. Prior to joining Hellmuth & Johnson, Jonathan worked as a clerk for a judge and gained insight on how the court decides cases. He then was an attorney for a nationally recognized nonprofit with a role focused on highly litigated family court matters. This p...

Colleen Case is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law and Trusts and Estates. Colleen, who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Colleen is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

“I am compelled by family law because on every level, it is about people’s lives. The most important thing a family law attorney can do is to know the client’s story. I am devoted to understanding your history, current priorities, and future goals, so that I can strategically advocate for you at this trying time in your life.” Empowering my clients is paramount. My goal is to ensure you know the process, the laws, and how they apply to your circumstances, so you can ma...

Debra Bulluck is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Debra, who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Debra is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.