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I focus my practice on the defense of physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers in matters involving professional liability claims, licensing board proceedings, and credentialing issues. I also represent physicians and other healthcare providers who are in need of personal counsel. Over the past 20 years I have vigorously and successfully defended.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

St. Paul, Minnesota

• Trial attorney and partner in law firm focusing on the defense of medical negligence claims and professional licensing matters in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Extensive experience in all aspects of civil litigation.
• investigating matters pre-suit;
• analyzing pleadings and preparing written discovery;
• interviewing and preparing witnesses for depositions and trial;
• drafting dispositive and non-dispositive motions;
• analyzing complex medical records and synthesizing into medical chronologies;

Hastings, Minnesota

Analyzed evidence, ascertained facts, researched applicable law, and resolved issues presented by pre- and post-trial motions on a variety of civil and criminal matters. Drafted orders and memoranda. Attended trials, pretrial conferences, settlement negotiations, and evidentiary and sentencing hearings. Gained insight into judicial decision making process.

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Bachelor’S Degree, Psychology | Political Science