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Representing a wide range of clients for over a decade, Jillian K. Duffy has the experience necessary to protect your interests. Jill’s practice includes family law, estate planning and general business law. Jill has experience litigating all aspects of family law cases, including divorces, post judgment matters and appeals. Her practice also includes negotiating and drafting prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, as well as assisting clients with step-parent adoptions. Jill has worked with clients in creating estate plans to protect their assets and helped entrepreneurs achieve their business aspirations. Jill constantly strives to obtain practical solutions to her client’s legal issues while remaining a tenacious advocate.. Jill’s reputation for high ethical standards and professional ability among her fellow attorneys has earned her selection for inclusion in Thompson Reuters Minnesota Lawyers Rising Stars for 2013 through 2016 (an honor bestowed on fewer than 5% of attorneys in Minnesota) and Minnesota Super Lawyers for 2017 and 2018.. Jill is a member of the Minnesota State Bar Association, Minnesota Women’s Lawyers’ Association, and Lavender Bar Association. Jill is a Qualified Neutral under Rule 114 and a Certified Family Law Mediator.. Jill obtained her Juris Doctorate degree from William Mitchell College of Law. She completed her undergraduate studies at The College of St. Scholastica in Duluth with a B.A. in Psychology, and received a second B.A. the following year in Criminology from the University of Minnesota-Duluth.

Prior to establishing Operana Law, Attorney Brandon Operana worked for a number of plaintiff's injury and disability firms. He even worked for the Social Security Administration, primarily with their Office of General Counsel working with Social Security Disability claims. After working with injured and disabled individuals for years, Attorney Operana set out to establish his own injury and disability firm. He now handles Long Term Disability ERISA claims and Social Security Disability claims nationwide.. Over his legal career, Brandon Operana has helped thousands of individuals with their cases against big insurance companies, the Federal Government, and employers. He has been successful in helping his clients obtain millions of dollars in recoveries. You can rest assured that Brandon and Operana Law Office will be there for you when you need us the most. Give us a call today at.

Patrick C. Burns is an experienced lawyer with a comprehensive practice of real estate, family, and general litigation. Mr. Burns has extensive experience in the courtroom, and is known for his focused and intense advocacy for his clients. He is one of the few attorneys to successfully appeal an intent to revoke a housing license in Hennepin County and regularly represents landlords in all types of leasing, licensing, and litigation matters. He has successfully foreclosed on hundreds of liens and regularly advises homeowners' associations on declarations, amendments, and remedies in collecting dues. He is also an experienced family law litigator with experience in every county in the metropolitan area, and is familiar with all aspects of the legal system in obtaining the best results for his client. In 2006, Mr. Burns set what may be a record for quickest relief before the Minnesota Court of Appeals, obtaining a writ of prohibition three hours after a court hearing in order to stop a child at issue of a custody dispute from leaving the country. He also has wide experience in business organization, election law, and estate planning. Mr. Burns was elected to the Board of the Epilepsy Association of Minnesota in July 2014. Mr. Burns is married, and has three children.

Martin Melang’s diverse background and experience provide him an advantage in understanding all aspects of civil litigation, including creditor/debtor law and Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy. Since joining Burns & Hansen, Marty has handled and assisted hundreds of cases across the spectrum of law in state and federal Courts. These cases include real estate, employment, and business disputes. He also regularly assists clients with their financial needs and helps them overcome economic challenges.. Marty graduated with a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Nebraska College of Law in 2003, after completing his Bachelors of Arts degree at Saint Olaf College. During law school, Marty worked at the Office of the State of Nebraska Attorney General. He is licensed to practice law in the state and federal courts in Minnesota.. Marty was born in northern Minnesota, but grew up in Lincoln, Nebraska. He spends his time outside of work with his wife and three children, and enjoys politics and music. Marty is an avid follower of the University of Nebraska's sports programs.

Erik F. Hansen is employed as the managing partner of Burns & Hansen, P.A..  An appellate attorney and litigator known for his concise and direct style of advocacy, Mr. Hansen practices in state and federal courts at all levels.. Mr. Hansen brings a broad range of experience to his appellate practice, handling a variety of cases including commercial matters, civil appeals, and civil litigation issues.. In addition to his appellate work, Mr. Hansen maintains an active civil litigation practice focusing on business litigation and real estate matters. With his experience at all levels of the legal system, he knows the value of thoroughly preparing a case, whether it is the initial stage of an investigation, going to mediation, starting trial, or on appeal.. Mr. Hansen is a graduate of the University of Minnesota Law School and University of Minnesota Morris where he majored in political science and European studies. An active member of the Minnesota State Bar Association, he has served on the Membership Committee (Chair, 2005-2007) the Publications Committee, and the Governing Council of the Appellate Law Section (Chair, 2014-2015). He was also a Legal Writing Instructor at the University of Minnesota Law School. Mr. Hansen participates as a mentor in the University of St. Thomas Law School Mentor Program (2006 - present).. In 2006 through 2011, Mr. Hansen has been named to the Minnesota Rising Star list by Super Lawyers, and also was named a 2006 Up & Coming Attorney by Minnesota Lawyer. In 2008, he was appointed to the Minnesota Supreme Court Advisory Committee on the Rules of Civil Appellate Procedure.. Outside of the practice of law, Mr. Hansen is active with the Preservation Alliance of Minnesota.  He is also active in youth sports, coaching both soccer and track.

Barton C. Gernander practices in the areas of civil and commercial litigation, with an additional focus in construction and real estate issues.. In addition to representing business clients involved in standard and complex litigation in both state and federal courts, he serves emerging and mid-size companies in a general counsel capacity - assisting clients on achieving business solutions while minimizing exposure to liability.. Gernander is licensed to practice law in the state and federal courts in Minnesota, the United States Courts of Appeal for the Eighth and Eleventh Circuits, and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin.. He has serve on the Minnesota Supreme Court Advisory Committee for Civil Procedure, the Minnesota State Bar Association Court Rules and Administration Committee, the Hennepin County Bar Fourth District Ethics Committee, and is a member of the Federal Bar Association.. Gernander obtained his Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Minnesota Law School in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He obtained a Bachelors of Arts Degree in Philosophy, with Honors, from the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.. In 2006, Gernander was named a "Rising Star"" in the legal profession by Minnesota Law & Politics.. In 1993, Gernander was a member of the United States National Team in Rowing, and competed in the World Championships, held in the Czech Republic (Czechia).