Jennifer Rutz, Jd Email & Phone Number

Minneapolis, Mn, Us

Winona, Minnesota, Us

DCM is a USA-based OEM that designs and builds Industrial Rotary Surface Grinders (IGs), Punch and Die Grinders (PDGs), Magnetic Particle Inspection Systems (MPIs), and Automotive Rebuilding equipment. Since 1975, we have served customers worldwide. Our success is due in part to our ability to customize: DCM provides high-quality base machines with configuration features and accessory options that can be built to meet customers’ specific process requirements of precision and productivity.As President, I lead with a growth mindset. I am focused on how we can continue to 'earn' our reputation for building long-lasting machines with trustworthy and reliable customer service, ensuring a safe and fulfilling work environment, and improving internal production efficiencies for optimal company and co-worker growth.

Successfully identify, evaluate, and acquire residential properties for investment purposes.Conduct market research and due diligence to identify high-potential properties and assess risks.Negotiate favorable purchase prices, financing terms, and contracts, resulting in exceeding ROI projections.Develop and maintain relationships with real estate agents, contractors, and property management firms to facilitate property transactions and maintenance.Continuously monitor market trends, economic factors, and regulatory changes to adapt investment strategies and maximize profitability.Provide valuable legal insight, advising on business operations and corporate governance, while partner handles day-to-day operations managing properties and our team.

Edina, Minnesota, Us

Specialize in asset protection strategies for high-net worth individuals, reviewing documents, assessing risks, and developing recommendations to mitigate tax and legal liabilities to maximize wealth transfer to the next generation.Strategically advise business clients in legal matters related to business succession planning, reviewing and analyzing buy-sell agreements and corporate governing documents and collaborating with stakeholders and other professionals to ensure an efficient and effective representation. Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on business and tax regulations relating to clients’ legal matters, draft complex trusts and business entities, and partner with senior attorneys in the development of creative solutions to achieve clients’ goals and objectives.

Established and managed a thriving solo law practice focused on small business operations, estate planning, probate, and real estate. Advised business clients on a wide range of matters, including entity formation, contract negotiation, real estate leasing, and general business operations. Prepared and reviewed contracts and corporate governance documents, ensuring alignment with business objectives and compliance with state and federal laws. Cultivated and maintained lasting relationships with clients by actively listening, providing competent and thorough legal advice and services, and effectively communicating how clients’ objectives were addressed.

Honed experience serving business owners by reviewing, drafting, and negotiating independent contractor agreements, commercial real estate purchase agreements, governance documents, and vendor contracts, ensuring clarity and legal compliance.Continued to provide extensive estate planning services, including drafting wills, trusts, and other essential documents. Represented clients in probate proceedings and trust administration matters, guiding them through the complex legal processes. Managed day-to-day operations of the firm, improving internal procedures and developing website enhancements to drive online traffic.

Monitored federal and state law changes as they apply to Consumer Banking Default Management. Addressed areas of concern and gaps in processes, performed root cause analysis, and worked with business lines to implement sustainable solutions while maintaining regulatory compliance. Actively developed management capabilities and business acumen of direct reports, and drove the development of a moderate size team, ensuring full and well-rounded departmental competency. Worked closely with internal audit departments as well as federal regulators to continually improve processes in the best interest of U.S. Bank customers.

Investigated and responded to monthly internal audits, focusing on clear communication regarding complex issues. Researched ad hoc legal issues to maintain regulatory compliance with applicable state and federal consumer lending and banking laws. Managed the editorial updates of more than 50 procedures within the department, as well as more than 90 across three Retail Collections sites. Acted as liaison between the business lines and internal audit departments, providing detailed summaries to upper management of actions taken to remediate findings.

Minneapolis, Mn, Us

Conducted research and drafted memoranda for legal team on a variety of subjects, including health-care peer-review privilege, antitrust issues, non-profit taxation laws, and the right of publicity doctrine. Assisted with contract review and analysis of copyright issues. Drafted summaries of ongoing grievance complaints. Compiled and maintained board policies of two subsidiaries into master compendium.

Built relationships representing 90% of sales for company. Participated in contract negotiation and vendor procurement with clients. Handled all client contact during planning stage of events. Managed two interns and employed event-night staff of up to seven people. Maintained marketing and advertising campaigns on multiple publications. Upheld standard of customer service that consistently led to repeat bookings.

Juris Doctorate

Ba, Marketing

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