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The above photo is of the attorneys in our law firm.  I'm the guy in the middle.  David (my partner) is on the left and Mike (of Counsel) is on the right.. When I'm not in the office, I enjoy spending time with my wife Ann and my daughters Mali (James) and Jenny (Kent).  I also enjoy traveling, fly-fishing, and acting in the local theatre.

My practice centers on serving clients and their individual needs as they progress through life. This includes helping people with juvenile and child custody and support, divorce, purchasing real estate, planning for retirement, and wealth transfer. My goal is to help people solve problems at a reasonable cost.. Being a small town lawyer means educating, counseling, and litigating on the law’s purpose, applying it to people’s lives, settling disputes, and when necessary seeking justice through the courts.. I have continued to find that people want their lawyer to treat them as a person, not just a client. Whether you are charged with a crime, find yourself in a divorce, or are trying to help your parents manage their affairs, you need a lawyer who you can trust to not only know the law but who can apply the law to your individual situation.. My commitment to serving and helping others extends to community affairs, including the following: active member of the St. Dominic’s Church (member and trustee); the Northfield Lions; and the Northfield Area Chamber of Commerce; Past-president of the Northfield Arts Guild and the Northfield Area Chamber of Commerce; and a Board Member for both the Girl Scouts and Historical Society.. Education: William Mitchell College of Law (JD, 1988) University of Saint Thomas (BA, 1981). Admissions: Minnesota – State Bar (1988)

I enjoy spending time with my family, walking, biking, gardening, yoga and playing handball.  My professional focus is on helping families resolve conflict outside of court through mediation and collaborative divorce if possible.

I came to the law after spending over 26 years in the transportation industry working for a major airline. I was drawn to representing my colleagues in disputes and thrived in an environment where I had the opportunity to stand up for those that had less ability to advocate for themselves. You could say, I enjoyed standing up for “the little guy.” Quickly I discovered a passion for helping people navigate complicated areas while producing extraordinary results that benefited individuals financially and promoted long term security. My desire to apply my skill set to helping others found a new and broader avenue in the realm of the legal system.After deciding to make a career transition, I devoted my time and energy to learning the law with the same tenacity I approached my previous advocacy with. I dedicated much of my time in law school modifying and developing a practice idea that focused on rural Minnesota and meeting the justice gap that is all too prevalent. Having graduated magna cum laude from Mitchell Hamline School of Law, I embarked on a solo practice before joining the prestigious Jacobsen Law Firm in late 2020.With a declining attorney base in rural areas, I am enthusiastically establishing a community based General Practice with an emphasis on Estate Planning, Small Business, Real Estate, and Criminal Law. I am committed to producing creative and nuanced solutions to your legal issues for reasonable compensation as a zealous advocate for you!. Beyond the Law. After growing up in the small hamlet of Hugo, near Forest Lake, I lived in both Twin Cities before settling in Kenyon with my wife and three kids, more than a decade ago. I enjoy coaching my kids in baseball and softball, and love watching them compete. I am currently an active member of the Kenyon Wanamingo School Board and past President of my local in the Machinists Union. I am a huge Minnesota Sports fan that enjoys international travel, and have recently discovered a passion for CrossFit.I look forward to working with you on your case and helping you any, and every way I can.

I am truly fortunate to have the opportunity to advise and advocate for our exceptional clients, many of whom are our friends and neighbors. I ask clients what we are doing right and what can we improve. Many of our clients come via referral from other lawyers.

I am the General Counsel for St. Olaf College.  Prior to joining St. Olaf in 2016, I was a shareholder of Gray Plant Mooty in Minneapolis, where I served as the chair of the firm’s Employment and Higher Education practice group.  I was employed with Gray Plant Mooty for over 20 years.

Experienced E attorney serving clients in Northfield and surrounding areas.