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Susan has been practicing law for 29 years, handling a wide variety of litigation in state and federal court.  She is AV rated for legal ability and ethical standards by Martindale-Hubbell National Law Directory, the highest rating awarded.  Susan provides tenacious representation while addressing the needs of each client with integrity and respect.

Serving Minnesota, I offer knowledgeable, experienced, legal services and representation in Real Property, Family, Probate and Appellate areas of practice.  I am dedicated to helping clients meet their goals affordably.  As a small firm, I am able to give absolute, personal attention to your case and your needs.. “Honest, efficient legal services” means I will give the client an honest opinion about their case upfront and throughout representation.  Whenever possible I will attempt to resolve their case without need of the courts and expensive litigation.  This will lessen your stress and save you money.. If a reasonable settlement isn’t possible, I am experienced in litigating cases through trial and appeal.

Saarah Berenjian is an associate attorney at Clausen & Hassan, LLC, and practices exclusively in the area of Family Law. Ms. Berenjian began her career as a law clerk with Clausen & Hassan in March, 2018. Prior to joining Clausen & Hassan, LLC, Ms. Berenjian worked in the legal field in family law.. Ms. Berenjian focuses on all aspects of family law, including divorce, custody and parenting time, child support, spousal maintenance, Orders for Protection, and modifications.. Ms. Berenjian is a 2016 graduate of the University of St. Thomas School of Law. During law school, she served as Chair for the Public Service Board, where she planned public service events, and ultimately, was recognized for achieving over 1,000 hours of public service, including legal work through the Minnesota Justice Foundation.. Additionally, while attending the University of St. Thomas School of Law, Ms. Berenjian was a student attorney with the Community Justice Project, and drafted proposed public policies for the Minnesota Public Education System.

Rick is active in bar association leadership, pro bono and volunteer representation, and legal aid clinics. He frequently speaks at area schools to promote civic and legal education.

My professional life became transformed when I learned about Collaborative Practice.  I realized that rather than being part of a system that often further damages family relationships, I could be part of a restorative system.  The Collaborative process helps couples and families transition to their new configuration and pays attention to family relationships by creating enduring and lasting agreements that work for both parties and their children.  My practice is focused primarily on Collaborative family law, mediation, and cooperative settlement, as well as estate planning and appellate work.  I provide a one hour consultation at no cost, often with both parties, to discuss their options and inform them about the value of using the Collaborative process.

My practice is limited almost exclusively to family law matters, including divorce, child custody, paternity, third party custody, and child support.  I am committed to providing high caliber representation at an affordable cost, using a family-centered approach to problem solving and strong, no-nonsense advocacy.. I have significant experience working with victims of domestic abuse in proceedings for Orders for Protection, divorce, and child custody.. My immigration practice is limited to working collaboratively with other immigration attorneys to help undocumented immigrant children obtain the necessary court documents for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status.

Michele's practice is devoted exclusively to family law at the district court and appellate court levels. She focuses on creative, respectful, realistic, and cost-effective solutions that will allow parties to move ahead as healthy individuals, confident in their children's well-being and financial security. Michele graduated from William Mitchell College of Law in 2002 and served three years as a Judicial Law Clerk in Hennepin County Family Court. She is trained in collaborative law and as a mediator and arbitrator under Rule 114.  Michele was admitted to practice law in Minnesota in 2002, Wisconsin in 2003, and before the U.S. District Court-District of Minnesota in 2003.  She was an Adjunct Representation Professor at William Mitchell College of Law and has been recognized as one of Minnesota's Rising Stars.

Matthew K. Steffes is a licensed Minnesota attorney, and is also a member of the Ramsey County Bar Association and the Minnesota State Bar Association.. Matthew received his J.D., cum laude, from Hamline University School of law in St. Paul, Minnesota. During law school, Matthew served as the Managing Editor of the Hamline Journal of Public Law and Policy, a law school ambassador, and a judicial extern for the Hon. Joseph A. Bueltel, in the Third Judicial District in Owatonna, Minnesota. Matthew also received recognition from the Minnesota Justice Foundation for dedication to public service through his pro bono efforts.. In his free time, Matthew enjoys working in his wood shop, fishing, golfing, traveling, and spending time with his family and friends.

I specialize in Family Law, handling cases, including custody, spousal maintenance, child support, and property division.. Family law issues are as personal as law gets, and I use a personal approach with my clients. I want to make sure they feel as knowledgeable and prepared as possible for their case so there is a sense of ownership.

I am an active part of the metro area community.  I am involved in professional and personal organizations in my community.  I zealously represent my clients in the courtroom.  Outside of court I participate in such league activities as pool and trap.  I am involved in my church and my community.  I work to help people through their family law issues which tend to be some of the most difficult times in a client's life.

For the past 15 years, Chase L. Andersen has been committed, both personally and professionally, to assisting individuals in need. Following undergraduate school, Chase worked several years in the social services arena as a counselor and then as a social worker. Throughout these experiences, Chase excelled at professionally addressing sensitive matters, advocating for his clients’ rights, and effectively resolving complicated issues.  Chase has worked nearly eight years in the Twin Cities Metro legal community since earning his Juris Doctorate degree (with a Concentration in Litigation and Dispute Resolution) from Drake University Law School.. In his spare time, Chase enjoys running, golfing, bicycling, traveling, and spending time with his friends and family.

For All Your Family Law Needs. . .  with you every step of the way. After graduating from Georgetown University Law Center, I practiced family law in Chicago for over 15 recently opened my own law practice, Lukasik Law, LLC, I commit to working with you as a team to listen to your story, your needs, and to develop an individualized plan for you, always keeping in mind your best interests and end goals. Since all cases are unique, we will use collaboration/mediation, informal settlements, or hearings and trial as best fits your situation.

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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. .

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.