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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 numerous professionals in contested matters, including litigation through trial. That said, I also use my skills at collaboration to effectively resolve cases that may not be suited for extensive litigation. Additionally, I provide consultation and guidance to health care organizations on ways to manage and mitigate exposure to claims.

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, including:• 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; • retaining medical experts and drafting related reports; • defending and cross examining fact and expert witnesses at deposition; • assessing and valuing cases, and providing written and oral analysis to guide litigation strategy; • drafting mediation statements and participating in alternative dispute resolution; • drafting trial documents and post-trial submissions, e.g., motions in limine, jury instructions, special verdicts, trial briefs, and post-trial motions.Routinely argued motions before trial court judges in Minnesota and Wisconsin, appeared before administrative panels on professional licensing matters, and tried malpractice cases to conclusion before a jury. Drafted submissions and presented arguments before the Minnesota Court of Appeals.

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