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Courtney graduated from the University of Oklahoma College of Law where she served on the Jessup Moot Court Team, was the founder of the Oklahoma International Law Society, where she worked with many students from different countries to navigate through American culture and law, and was the leader of numerous other organizations.. She received the Pros for Africa Fellowship her first year and spent the summer in Kampala, Uganda working with the local government and spent her last semester in Costa Rica working for the Inter-American Court of Human Rights. During law school she was also able to travel to Colombia and meet with indigenous tribal leaders. With her team, she wrote a report that was cited by the United Nations regarding best practices for indigenous Colombians.. After law school, she lived in Daegu, South Korea where she taught English and worked with human rights organizations.  Courtney considers herself a citizen of the world and has experience working with individuals from all countries.. Most recently, she has been involved in an initiative with the Minnesota State Bar Association in Kosovo.  After a brief trip to Pristina, Kosovo, where she and 3 other MSBA members met with leaders throughout the country, she and the other delegates have since began working with Chief Justice John Tunheim and Judge Paul Scoggin in assisting to develop the bar association in Kosovo.. For 12 years, Courtney has worked at her family construction business where she has learned the ins and outs of the construction industry, has experienced first hand the difficulties that come with this industry, and understands your needs.  In addition, her primary practice areas in both law school and as an attorney have been in the immigration and small business sector.

Clarence Patterson III is the founding attorney of the Law Offices of Clarence Patterson III. The firm is rooted in the principle of “Protecting Rights & Improving Lives.”. The underlying premise of Mr. Patterson’s success is that he is not just “practicing” law, he is dedicated to obtaining results that clients need and expect. Mr. Patterson’s creative legal strategies and commitment to clients drive him to succeed during the pre-litigation stage, at the negotiation table, throughout trial and/or during the appeals process. Mr. Patterson recognizes that there is no such thing as a “small case.” Which is why he is dedicated to being by the side of his clients throughout the duration of their legal matter.. In law school, at the University of Arizona,  Mr. Patterson gained experience in criminal law and family law. For criminal law, he interned at the Office of the Yuma County Public Defender and the Office of the Clark County Public Defender. In terms of family law matters, Mr. Patterson was a student attorney for the Child and Family Law Clinic at the University of Arizona.. Immediately after law school Mr. Patterson relocated to Las Vegas, Nevada. He initially gained experience in criminal law while clerking at the Office of the Clark County Public Defender. He then clerked at private firms where he gained experience working on all types of family law cased & criminal cases, ranging from record sealing to First Degree Murder. .

Charles Shafer assists clients in matters involving general civil litigation, with an emphasis on employment and contract disputes. He is skilled in deconstructing complex legal and technical issues for lay audiences. He is also a volunteer attorney for the Tubman Safety Project.. Charles Shafer was inspired to become an attorney (which he insists had nothing to do with the unemployability of an English major) to use the law to help his clients navigate complex issues.

Cathryn Schmidt is an experienced and highly regarded family law attorney who draws on more than 20 years of legal experience when representing her clients in domestic relations litigation.  She has been named a “Rising Star” by Minnesota Law and Politics and was recently recognized for her excellence in matrimonial law by selection to the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. While she is well-versed in settlement negotiation and mediation (she is a qualified mediator), Ms. Schmidt is also an experienced trial attorney and has successfully litigated scores of contested family law matters.. Before joining Collins, Buckley, Sauntry & Haugh, Ms. Schmidt was a partner at Edina’s Swaden Law Offices, where she spent 14 years devoting her practice exclusively to family law.  Her prior experience includes clerking for the Honorable Gordon W. Schumaker and the Honorable John S. Connolly in Ramsey County District Court. Ms. Schmidt assisted Judge Schumaker (now retired from the Minnesota Court of Appeals) in the determination of complex litigation matters, including Minnesota’s landmark silicone breast implant insurance coverage declaratory judgment action.  Following her clerkships, she developed a reputation for excellent trial advocacy as a Ramsey County Public Defender while maintaining a private practice devoted primarily to family law.. Ms. Schmidt is a long-standing member of the Warren E. Burger Inn of Court, a membership of attorneys and judges that promotes excellence in advocacy at the trial and appellate levels of Minnesota’s court system. She volunteers as a mentor and negotiations coach at the University of St. Thomas School of Law.

Brian M. Marsden is an experienced trial lawyer. For over 23 years he has successfully represented clients accused of crimes ranging from drunk driving, drug trafficking, Internet crimes, sex crimes, forgery, embezzlement and murder. If a client is charged, Brian works tirelessly and aggressively on their defense.. It is our policy to handle our clients’ matters with as much discretion as possible to minimize the impact that an arrest or prosecution may have on their personal lives.. If you have a matter you would like to discuss, please call for a free initial consultation. All consultations are completely confidential and protected by the attorney-client privilege.

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Attorney A.L. Brown is based in St. Paul and has been admitted to practice law in some of the most impressive courtrooms including the Supreme Court of the United States. Graduating from Hamline University School of Law in 2013, Attorney Brown has in-depth professional experience both inside and outside the courtroom. With experience as a law clerk, federal judge, and associate at one of the nation’s top trial firms, his knowledge serves as an invaluable resources in your situation. He is passionate about protecting the rights of his clients and believes in fighting for the underdogs no matter the case. Attorney Brown is a strong believer in equality and believes that every person should be held accountable for their actions, including those in the government. He is ready to stand by your side in the face of criminal charges, employment law cases, and civil rights issues.

Andrea has been an associate with Geraghty, O’Loughlin & Kenney since 2008.  Andrea defends healthcare providers and entities in medical malpractice matters in Minnesota and Wisconsin.  She is also experienced in defending healthcare providers before their respective professional licensing boards.  She further defends healthcare providers and entities in Civil Rights actions in federal court.. Additionally, Andrea advises healthcare entities and providers on health, employment, business, premises liability and HIPAA-related legal issues.  Andrea has a special interest in HIPAA; particularly, the HIPAA Security Rule and its implication for legal business associates.. Andrea is a registered nurse, and she worked as a behavioral health nurse prior to becoming an attorney.

An Aggressive Criminal Defense Attorney fighting for the rights of his clients.

After over 30 years working in the legal industry, Mark still finds joy in tackling the unique challenges every day presents in the field. He places a high premium on getting to know his clients and learning about their family, culture, job, business and hobbies. Mark’s common sense approach lends itself to productive and favorable negotiations. He remains focused on achieving his clients’ goals in a timely fashion, listening to their specific needs and adapting his strategy accordingly.

A passionate advocate for survivors of sexual abuse, Sarah graduated with honors from the University of Minnesota Law School. During law school, Sarah served as a judicial extern for the Honorable Sandra L. Margulies in the California Court of Appeal. She also worked as a summer associate at a preeminent plaintiff’s firm in San Francisco and as a student attorney in the University of Minnesota Law School Civil Litigation Clinic. Between college and law school, Sarah worked as an AmeriCorps member at Admission Possible, a Twin Cities-based non-profit that helps low income students earn admission to and succeed in college. Sarah graduated with honors from Macalester College, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Urban Studies and Economics. Sarah Odegaard Bar Admissions: Minnesota, 2010 California, 2009 U.S. District Court Northern District of California, 2009 U.S. District Court District of Minnesota, 2010