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Zachary A. Kretchmer is the founding member of Kretchmer Family Law, PLLC. Mr. Kretchmer’s practice is 100% devoted to family law, representing clients on cases involving divorce, complex business valuations, non-marital property, spousal maintenance, paternity, custody, and adoption matters.. Mr. Kretchmer advocates a pragmatic, sensible and cost-effective approach to family law, and utilizes the courts only as a last resort. To that end, Mr. Kretchmer regularly participates in mediation in order to mitigate legal costs while still obtaining a result consistent with his clients' wishes. In the event litigation is necessary, Mr. Kretchmer is a meticulous practitioner who will use his command of the law and the particular facts of the case to protect his client's interests. Mr. Kretchmer is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, Minnesota Chapter, a  Rule 114 Qualified Neutral, and offers family mediation services. Mr. Kretchmer is also regularly invited to speak on a wide range of family law issues.

Valerie Arnold is a founding partner of Arnold & Cain, PA. Ms. Arnold practices in all areas of family law including divorce, child custody, property division, spousal maintenance, antenuptial agreements, child support as well as interstate and international divorce and child custody.  Ms. Arnold is experienced in representing clients in divorce and child custody proceedings, Hague Convention parental child abductions, non-Hague parental child abductions, parental child abduction prevention, third-party custody and visitation, mediations, and in family law appeals.  Ms. Arnold is a Fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL) and has published numerous articles on interstate and international family law including authoring the "Interstate and International Jurisdiction and Custody Issues" chapter for the Minnesota State Bar Association's Minnesota Custody and Child Support Deskbook.  Ms. Arnold has lectured locally, nationally, and internationally on family law issues and has been named a "Super Lawyer" by Super Lawyers Magazine. Ms. Arnold served on the Board of Directors for the Minnesota Chapter of AFCC, serves on the Committee on Hague Conventions for the USA Chapter of the IAFL, and volunteers for the Tubman LAW Program and the Ramsey County Pro Se Clinic. Ms. Arnold is fluent in French.

Ms. Brunt offers a genuine rapport with her clients and careful attention to the details of her clients' cases. She also handles the contentious behaviors of the opposing party with common sense and good results.

Kristy Mara (formerly Kristy Rodd) has been practicing family law for 20 years.  She creates customized solutions for her clients.  Kristy openly communicates with clients throughout the case so the end result is the best possible outcome.. Whether a business-person, a professional or stay-at-home parent, experiencing any legal process in one’s personal life is unnerving.  Kristy gets to know each client as an individual; and tailors the communications and case strategy to meet his or her needs and goals.  Although she is an experienced litigator, she is equally comfortable creating settlement solutions for her clients.  She uses her analytical skills to master the facts and finances for an ideal position for her clients at settlement or trial.. Kristy provides an honest assessment of how the process will work for her clients.  When strategizing with a client, Kristy analyzes and quantifies all aspects of the case balancing the costs and benefits.  She breaks down complex matters into basic collars and cents for her clients and uses her expertise to guide them in their decision on whether to settle or go to trial.. Kristy focuses her practice on complex litigation including:  valuation of closely-held businesses and corporations, allocation of retirement plans and benefits, analysis of executive compensation, personal and corporate taxation issues, property division, maintenance and alimony, and child custody and support.

For more than a decade, we have served high-asset professionals and their spouses to achieve efficient, well-advised, and tactful resolutions in the most complex family law issues. In addition to divorce, Madelyn has experience zealously representing clients in hotly contested child-custody, adoption, and termination of parental rights battles. Her client base is small by design so that she may take a client-centered approach to every  case. Madelyn works with her clients to form goals and objectives, discuss available options, evaluate likely and desired outcomes, and achieve cost-effective and efficient methods for obtaining the most beneficial result. You deserve an attorney who will tirelessly pursue your goals and interests while still being receptive to the complex emotions inherent in family law cases. Get the results that you want. Call Madelyn today.

Cortney E. Whitehouse is a 2001 graduate of the University of Minnesota Law School and has been practicing divorce and family law exclusively since that time.  She is a licenced attorney, a Qualified Family Mediator under Rule 114, a certified Social and Financial Early Neutral Evaluator and a member of the Collaborative Law Institute.  Ms. Whitehouse has been selected as a Super Lawyer since 2015.  She was previously selected as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers in 2011 through 2014.  She has also served as Co-Chair of Minnesota Women Lawyers Solo / Small Firm Affinity Group.  With offices in Bloomington, Minnesota, Ms. Whitehouse practices primarily in Hennepin, Dakota, Scott, Carver and Ramsey counties but also handles many cases in Anoka, Washington, Wright and Sherburne counties.

As a Minneapolis divorce attorney with over 25 years of experience in family law, I will work with you so you receive top legal representation matching the needs of you and your family.  I am a professionally recognized Minneapolis divorce lawyer experienced in collaboration, mediation, negotiation and litigation.  In the process, my role is to guide and support you with both legal advice and expertise but also to provide compassion and understanding.  My goal is to give you the tools and support necessary in the legal process and for you to be able to move to the next stage of your life.

Andrew Hunstad focuses his practice in the areas of divorce and family law. He has previously represented clients in high-conflict family law matters, recognizing in certain situations such an approach is unavoidable, he believes such disputes further complicate effective co-parenting following the divorce and places an unfair burden on minor children.. He works with and counsels parents, spouses, grandparents and other relatives to resolve their most complex financial and personal issues. Andrew’s goal is to help his client create a fair and dignified settlement. When settlement is not possible, he zealously and diligently advocates for his client through the litigation process. Andrew is an effective communicator, negotiator and problem-solver.. Andrew also represents clients in appellate cases at the Minnesota Court of Appeals.

Adam Galili devotes his practice to Minnesota family law, including prenuptial agreements, dissolution of marriage, custody and parenting time, spousal maintenance, child support, and property valuation and division. Whether a client has minor legal issues to resolve, has a financially complex estate or is in a high-conflict relationship, Adam acts with compassion and understanding in assisting his clients.. Adam’s experience growing up in three separate continents provides him with unparalleled perspective in interactions with diverse people and personalities. His legal knowledge and communication skills are significant assets when dealing with opposing attorneys, judges, experts, and clients. Open communication is a key reason Adam is able to consistently accomplish the goals of his clients.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Minneapolis and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Minneapolis and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Minneapolis and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Minneapolis and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Minneapolis and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Minneapolis and surrounding areas.