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Stacey R. Edwards Jones, Partner. Stacey has practiced in Mankato for over 10 years.. In 2005, Stacey opened her own practice focusing on Estate Planning, Business Planning, Probate and Real Estate. Stacey is currently a partner at the law firm of Jones and Magnus.. Stacey is originally from Lake Crystal and grew up on a century farm just outside of Mankato and enjoys working with farmers and their families to transition the family farm.. In her spare time, Stacey competes at horse shows with her family.. EDUCATION Juris Doctor, 1999: William Mitchell College of LawBachelor of Science in Community Health, 1995: Minnesota State University, Mankato. COURT ADMISSIONS. Admitted to practice in Minnesota State Courts – 1999. United States District Court for District of Minnesota – 2000   PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS AND ASSOCIATIONS Minnesota State Bar Association. Leave A Legacy - Board Member. American Red Cross - Board Member  PAST PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS Adjunct faculty member teaching Business Law at Minnesota State University, Mankato. Minnesota Young Lawyer’s – 5th District (Past Director). National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors - Board Member. Leadership Mankato Area – Alumni. YMCA Leadership NowAdvisory Board for Minnesota State University, Mankato’s Center for Global Entrepreneurship. Firm Overview. Jones and Magnus, Attorneys at Law is able to provide a wide variety of legal services to the Southern Minnesota area. Jones and Magnus focuses their practice on the areas of Trust & Estate Planning, Estate Preservation, Probate, Guardianship, Business Planning and Real Estate & Title, Criminal Law, Civil Commitment, Personal Injury, Litigation, Marriage Dissolutions, Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, and Mediation Services.. The Attorneys and Staff of Jones and Magnus know that success stems from a personal commitment to each and every client they represent. The commitment is not just to achieve the maximum results; moreover it's a deep rooted commitment to thoroughly understand each client's issues and relationships. By acquiring personal knowledge of each client's unique situation, goals and concerns, it allows the lawyers at Jones and Magnus, to properly evaluate a client's best interests and then design and implement a winning strategy.. Jones and Magnus, Attorneys at Law. Building Lifelong Relationships through Honest Advice and Effective Solutions.

Silas has spent significant time working with youth. He led a scholarship program offered at the local high schools and has coached high school and youth sports. Other community involvement includes membership in the Minnesota Multi Housing Association (MHA – Mankato chapter), serving on the MRCI Board, serving on the MVAC Board and serving as President of his church.   Silas has also served as a YMCA Board Member and as a former chair of the CADA board.  Silas has also taught several classes at Minnesota State University, Mankato.. Silas and his wife, Kristy, have four children that keep them on the run.  They enjoy spending time with their kids and also traveling, reading and spending time with friends.

Recognized in 2013 as an “Attorney of the Year” by Minnesota Lawyer magazine, Wade Davis litigates complex business and employment disputes and counsels clients on employment and labor issues. Wade is an experienced litigator and strategic counselor. His track record of success before judges and arbitrators gives him an edge in the courtroom, and his commitment to understanding his clients’ businesses has led him to become a trusted advisor. Wade recognizes that the business objectives, risk tolerance and public relation issues are unique to each case. He partners with his clients to pursue and obtain the best result for each situation and, when appropriate, litigates aggressively. With versatility, good judgment and a commitment to his clients’ objectives, Wade is a go-to litigator and advisor for businesses and individuals throughout the region.. Wade is a board certified employment law specialist who frequently prosecutes and defends claims for breach of contract, non-competition agreements, whistleblowing and trade secrets. He regularly and vigorously represents employers defending claims for harassment, discrimination, whilstleblowing and defamation. He also provides thoughtful counsel and training on a range of employment matter areas such as hiring, discrimination and harassment prevention, discipline and termination, and compliance with state and federal law.. Wade is a go-to litigator for civil matters including:

Providing a national personal injury practice to clients throughout the county, including motor vehicle accidents, bike accidents () and vaccine injuries through the National Vaccine Court.. For more than 22 years, practicing personal injury as a trial lawyer and civil trial specialist.. - Top 100 National Trial Lawyers. - Minnestoa Attorney of the Year. - Repeat Super Lawyer thru Present. Youth Coach. Triathlete. Avid Biker. Founder and Director of Mankato Mud Run, Mankato Zombie Run,. and Green Hornets Kids Triathlon Team

Please feel free to visit my "attorney profile" at .  I bring a diverse background to my law practice.  I taught high school, worked as a professional musician, and have completed 3 marathons.. My legal experience includes some of the most high-profile cases in recent history in the southern minnesota/Blue Earth County area.  These cases have included jury trials, extended court trials, contested hearings, expert witness issues, unexplained injuries, wrongful deaths, and other issues.

Outside the practice of law, Julia enjoys a very busy life. A long-time athlete, she continues to play volleyball, golf and enjoys running. She is the mother of three very active sons and enjoys watching them play football, basketball and baseball. When she has free time, she enjoys traveling with her husband or friends, reading, cooking and volunteering her time to a number of community organizations.

My practice focuses on assisting individuals and businesses with their legal needs. I assist clients with specific transactions, such as purchasing or selling real estate. I assist individuals with estate planning and businesses with succession planning.

Joshua is the son of a retired Air Force veteran and grew up in Dayton, Ohio. He double majored in Psychology and International Studies at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio before attending law school at the University of South Carolina. While in law school, he clerked at a real estate transactions law firm In Columbia, SC where he gained practical experience and knowledge on the complexities of real property, while also being exposed to the world of litigation. After law school, Joshua obtained further legal experience by working with bankruptcy and insurance defense law firms. In 2021, he relocated to Litchfield, Minnesota and practiced with general practice firms, where he dealt with real estate, estate planning, and probate files. Joshua joined Farrish Johnson Law Office in 2022 and is happy to be serving the greater Mankato community.

Jill is married to Mike and has one son and a daughter-in-law. She is an animal lover and proud supporter of B.E.N.C.H.S. in Mankato. In her free time Jill enjoys early morning runs, bicycling with Mike and has recently rediscovered sewing and knitting.

Jeremy became an Associate at Jones and Magnus in 2012. He is originally from Rochester and grew up in Fairmont. While attending law school at Northern Illinois University College of Law, Jeremy gained valuable experience as an Illinois Supreme Court certified Student Attorney at the Zeke Giorgi Legal Clinic that provides legal services at no cost to the indigent and elderly community of Rockford, Illinois. He was also an Editor for the Northern Illinois University Law Review and the Research Assistant for the head professor of the Corporate and Business Law department. In his free time, Jeremy enjoys golfing, playing tennis, and pursuing his interest in classic and contemporary cars.. Email:. Juris Doctor, 2012: Northern Illinois University College of LawBachelor of Arts in Law and Society, with Minors in Business Law and Political Science,2009: Winona State University. Admitted to practice in Minnesota State Courts – 2012. Minnesota State Bar Association. Firm Overview. Jones and Magnus, Attorneys at Law is able to provide a wide variety of legal services to the Southern Minnesota area. Jones and Magnus focuses their practice on the areas of Trust & Estate Planning, Estate Preservation, Probate, Guardianship, Business Planning and Real Estate & Title, Criminal Law, Civil Commitment, Personal Injury, Litigation, Marriage Dissolutions, Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, and Mediation Services.. The Attorneys and Staff of Jones and Magnus know that success stems from a personal commitment to each and every client they represent. The commitment is not just to achieve the maximum results; moreover it's a deep rooted commitment to thoroughly understand each client's issues and relationships. By acquiring personal knowledge of each client's unique situation, goals and concerns, it allows the lawyers at Jones and Magnus, to properly evaluate a client's best interests and then design and implement a winning strategy.. Jones and Magnus, Attorneys at Law. Building Lifelong Relationships through Honest Advice and Effective Solutions.

Jennifer became an Associate at Jones and Magnus in 2011.  Prior to joining Jones and Magnus, Jennifer worked as a judicial law clerk for three years.  She also gained valuable experience through a legal clerkship with the Tribal Judicial Institute at the University of North Dakota School of Law.  Originally from Langdon, North Dakota, Jennifer now resides in Mankato.  In her spare time, she enjoys playing and watching sports and spending time with her family and friends.. JonesandMagnus,Attorneys at Lawis able to provide a wide variety of legal services to the Southern Minnesota area. Jones and Magnus focuses their practice on the areas of Trust & Estate Planning, Estate Preservation, Probate, Guardianship, Business Planning and Real Estate & Title, Criminal Law, Civil Commitment, Personal Injury, Litigation, Marriage Dissolutions, Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, and Mediation Services.. The Attorneys and Staff of Jones and Magnus know that success stems from a personal commitment to each and every client they represent. The commitment is not just to achieve the maximum results; moreover it's a deep rooted commitment to thoroughly understand each client's issues and relationships. By acquiring personal knowledge of each client's unique situation, goals and concerns, it allows the lawyers at Jones and Magnus, to properly evaluate a client's best interests and then design and implement a winning strategy.. Building Lifelong Relationships through Honest Advice and Effective Solutions.

I am the managing attorney in the Mankato, Minnesota office of Birkholz Law. For more than 40 years, Birkholz Law has been representing Southern and Southwestern Minnesota in the areas of family law, criminal law, real estate, estate planning, and litigation services. I am the son of Dan Birkholz, the founder of Birkholz Law.. I have extensive court room and trial experience. In the last year alone, I have had four criminal jury trials, and 3 of them full acquittals in the defense favor. In addition to the numerous motion hearings, I have tried numerous, several day, extensive and complex family law divorce trials, and a legendary 12 day termination of parental rights trial in Jackson, Minnesota with over 200 exhibits, and over 20 witnesses, which is currently on appeal. I have also obtained numerous trial orders in child custody cases granting parent’s custody of their children, eliminating harassment and orders for protection, and saving clients thousands of dollars in losses.

I am a personal injury attorney licensed in Minnesota, Illinois, and Iowa.

Helping your legal needs at every turn. Call today for a free consultation.. Andrew comes from a family of attorneys with his dad and uncle still practicing in Iowa. Andrew knew at an early age he wanted to become an attorney be seeing his dad help clients from all walks of life. He understands the need to get to know the clients on a personal level, and is dedicated to providing his clients with the highest legal services and determined advocacy on their behalf.  Andrew now practices family law, estate planning, criminal defense, and bankruptcy.. Andrew is now a Minnesota native after growing up in Sioux City, Iowa. He attented Iowa State University, and then University of St. Thomas School of Law in the Twin Cities.  In law school, he gained numerous practical experiences in the law by working as a Public Defender at Ramsey County, interned at Thomas Reuters Corp., clerked at Hoglund Law Bankrupcty and Social Security Firm, and clerked at Farrish Johnson. In his free time he likes to to run, travel, and spend time with his family and fiance Emilie.

Greg Handevidt has been representing clients at the state and federal levels for more than 11 years. He currently practices exclusively in the area of criminal law, but has extensive experience in the areas of bankruptcy, family law, juvenile dependency law and civil litigation. His focus is helping clients through what can be a stressful time in their lives. His goal is to take on the problems that give his clients sleepless nights and use his experience, and talents, to guide them through what can be a complex and intimidating process.. Admitted to practice in the State of Minnesota, the State of California (currently inactive), the Federal District Court for the Southern District of California, the Federal District Court for the Central District of California, and the Federal District Court for the District of Minnesota, Greg has represented hundreds of clients since 2002. He places high emphasis on close, direct interaction between attorney and client. That close, attorney/client relationship leads to the best possible results.. A native Southern Minnesotan, Greg grew up in Jackson, Minnesota where he graduated from high school. Prior to attending law school, Greg was a working musician and served 10 years of active duty in the United States Navy. He understands the unique issues members of the military, and veterans, face when dealing with legal matters; and, he is well suited to help service members deal with those unique obstacles. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree from National University in San Diego, California, and a Juris Doctorate from Thomas Jefferson School of Law, San Diego, California. While in law school, he won several prestigious awards in the area of Juvenile Dependency Law, including the Cali Excellence For The Future Award, The Witkin Award for Academic Excellence, and the Jefferson Medal.

Beth enjoys running and biking. She and her husband, Charley, enjoy outdoor activities with their two boxers in their spare time.

Athena R. Elias, Associate. Athena became an Associate at Jones and Magnus in 2010 and practices in family law, estate planning, and real estate law.  Prior to joining Jones and Magnus, Athena worked as an Associate Attorney with a real estate law firm in Minneapolis.  She also gained valuable experience through legal clerkships with the City of Saint Paul-Department of Safety and Inspections, TAP&G insurance subrogation firm, and the Regulatory Affairs department of Ecolab, Inc.. Originally from Stillwater, Minnesota, Athena now resides in Mankato with her husband and two dogs.. Email:. AREAS OF PRACTICE. Family Law. Estate Planning. Real Estate Law. EDUCATION Juris Doctor, 2009: William Mitchell College of LawBachelor of Science in Psychology, 2003: Minnesota State University, Mankato. COURT ADMISSIONS Admitted to practice in Minnesota State Courts – 2009. PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS Minnesota State Bar Association American Bar Association   PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS BNI, Business Connectors-Mankato. Firm Overview. Jones and Magnus, Attorneys at Law is able to provide a wide variety of legal services to the Southern Minnesota area. Jones and Magnus focuses their practice on the areas of Trust & Estate Planning, Estate Preservation, Probate, Guardianship, Business Planning and Real Estate & Title, Criminal Law, Civil Commitment, Personal Injury, Litigation, Marriage Dissolutions, Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, and Mediation Services.. The Attorneys and Staff of Jones and Magnus know that success stems from a personal commitment to each and every client they represent. The commitment is not just to achieve the maximum results; moreover it's a deep rooted commitment to thoroughly understand each client's issues and relationships. By acquiring personal knowledge of each client's unique situation, goals and concerns, it allows the lawyers at Jones and Magnus, to properly evaluate a client's best interests and then design and implement a winning strategy.. Jones and Magnus, Attorneys at Law. Building Lifelong Relationships through Honest Advice and Effective Solutions.

A Stillwater, Minnesota native, Paul and his family relocated to the Mankato area in 2013.  Paul finds the more simplified, laid back Southwestern Minnesota lifestyle to the hustle and bustle of the Twin Cities.. Paul is dedicated to his clients, and will go the extra mile to ensure that clients' legal needs are met.  Paul enjoys guiding his clients through major estate planning and financial planning decisions, and finding creative solutions to unique and challenging legal, tax and financial issues.  Outside of the office, Paul is active in his local bar association, local parish and Knights of Columbus chapter, as well as volunteering with Habitat for Humanity of South Central Minnesota.. When not serving his clients and his community, Paul enjoys fishing, playing golf, and spending time with his wife and two children.

A native of northwest Minnesota, Jason Kohlmeyer learned the value of hard work early, spending summers on his uncle’s farm and serving in the U.S. Army Reserve as an intelligence analyst while still in high school. He worked his way through Concordia College in Moorhead and later earned his law degree from Hamline University School of Law in St. Paul in 2000.. After clerking with the Dakota County Attorney’s Office, Jason saw firsthand how critical it is for clients to have direct access to lawyers who listen, explain, and advocate. That belief shaped his approach when he co-founded his law firm in 2008—focused on delivering highly personal and effective legal service.. For more than two decades, Jason has practiced exclusively in family law, representing clients in Mankato, Rochester, and throughout southern Minnesota. His work focuses on:• Divorce and legal separation• Child custody and parenting time disputes• Spousal maintenance and child support• Farm and complex asset divorces• Post-decree modifications and enforcement. Jason has handled nearly 1,500  family law matters and is known for managing high-conflict divorce cases with a calm, strategic approach. Whether navigating a contentious custody battle or negotiating a fair division of marital property, he brings clarity, pragmatism, and deep local experience to every case.. He has also spoken nationally on family law topics and is committed to improving the profession through mentorship and continuing education.. When not in court or meeting with clients, Jason is often on his motorcycle, walking his dogs, or spending time with his family in Mankato.