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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

Mark is an experienced civil litigator who tries cases to juries and has provided successful results for his clients. Along with his trial experience, Mark has successfully argued multiple cases to the North Dakota Supreme Court. Mark’s clients have included business entities of all sizes and types as well as individuals that require legal counseling, litigation support, or lobbying advocacy before city, county, and state units of government.. Experience And Values. Mark values developing lasting relationship with clients. His career has taken him through a variety of legal practices, but his passion lies in personal injury cases. He strives to establish a personal connection with each client and works diligently to help his clients achieve desired results.. Practice Areas And Skills. At Fremstad Law, Mark’s practice areas include personal injury, business litigation, and insurance litigation. Getting into a car accident is a traumatizing and overwhelming experience. Mark is experienced in advising personal injury clients about potential legal remedies and navigating complicated legal procedures. Although Mark has been successful at trial, he knows that lengthy and complicated trials are not always necessary to resolve a case. Mark is also familiar with alternative dispute resolution options, which often saves his clients time, money, and emotional energy.  Additionally, Mark’s experience in and out of government equips him well to assist clients in government relations.. What Makes Mark The Attorney He Is Today. Mark started his career as a high school government and history teacher in a small Minnesota community. Mark discovered that his true calling was in the legal field, but continues to use his teaching background to educate his clients on options. After graduating from UND law school, Mark practiced at a large Fargo law firm for 10 years, where he gained experience in a variety of civil litigation issues.. Community Involvement. Mark is also dedicated to helping others in his community. He is the current Dean of Counselors for American Legion North Dakota Boys’ State, where he has been a staff member for more than 20 years. He is also an active member and past president of the Fargo Lions Club. Mark has been a member of the Cass County Bar Association since being called to the bar.. Things You May Be Interested In Knowing About Mark. Mark grew up and worked on a grain farm in western North Dakota and later served as a legislative aide in the Minnesota House of Representatives. He has also served as a city council member and as a former Special Assistant Attorney General. Mark is a frequent presenter on insurance issues and personal injury issues to local organizations, including the F/M Claims Association; PIA of North Dakota; Blue Goose - Fargo Pond and the Fargo Chapter of NALS. In his free time, he enjoys spoiling his daughters, Jeeping, and spending time at the lake.. Practice Areas. ·         Business Litigation. ·         Bankruptcy Litigation. ·         Creditor’s Rights Litigation. ·         Personal Injury Litigation. ·         Insurance coverage opinions and litigation. Education. ·         University of North Dakota School of Law (J.D., with Distinction 2007). ·         Member: Order of the Coif, Order of the Barristers. ·         Moot Court Champion, Jack Marcil Scholar. ·         Outside Articles Editor, North Dakota Law Review. ·         Concordia College (B.A. 2000), Student Body President. Admissions. ·         United States District Court, District of North Dakota    United States Bankruptcy Court, District of North Dakota. ·         North Dakota State Courts    Minnesota State Courts. Professional Awards. ·          Melvin Jones Fellow - The highest award given by Lions Club International for “dedicated humanitarian services”. ·          Director’s Award for Excellence for more than twenty years of service to American Legion North Dakota Boy’s State.

Following law school, I worked as a prosecutor for approximately three years, gaining significant court room experience, both in North Dakota and Minnesota district courts.  I also had the opportunity to appear in front of the North Dakota Supreme Court a half a dozen times in this position.  Following this, I became an Associate attorney (and later a partner) with the Solberg Law firm where I began my civil practice, which included working in the area of personal injury, among other areas of practice.  I also dedicated a significant amount of time to class action litigation, including the Minot Anhydrous Spill/Train Derailment as well as cases against pharmaceutical drug and device manufacturers such as Avandia, Baycol, Medtronic, Nuvaring and Phen Fen.. I am licensed to practice in the states of North Dakota and Minnesota, the United State District Court for the districts of North Dakota and Minnesota as well as the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals.  I have also appeared on brief before the United States Supreme Court in a Response to a Writ of Certiorari, which ultimately the Court denied the Petition and the decision of the Eighth Circuit remained good law.

Merrick started his career as a lawyer working for one of Minnesota’s top injury attorneys. He learned that through dedication and hard work, momentous results can be achieved for his clients. He enjoys the court room and has litigated numerous cases in Minnesota.. Caring and aggressive are hallmarks of his practice. He understands the fear and anxiety every day, ordinary, people feel when forced to face the intimidation and immense resources of a giant insurance company. He’ll carefully explain and simplify complex legal issues so you can make the most informed decision about your claims. At the same time, he’ll take an aggressive approach to dealing with the insurance company to ensure the maximum result and recovery for you.. Merrick was raised out west but came to Minnesota in the mid-90s to attend law school at William Mitchell College of Law. Since his arrival, he has grown to love the beauty of Minnesota and its culture, and now, proudly, considers himself a Minnesotan.. Unique to his life experiences, Merrick lived in Taiwan for two years and learned to read, write and speak Mandarin Chinese. Most significantly, he spent months living in small villages where agriculture was the sole means of sustenance and people struggled to survive. He witnessed, first-hand, the true meaning and value of hard work, and what it takes to survive in the face of a bad crop or a natural disaster. This experience deepened his appreciation for the difficulties good people experience despite efforts to improve their lives.. Mr. Williams is admitted to practice in the Minnesota state courts and United States District Court of Minnesota, New Jersey, and Texas. He enjoys membership with the Minnesota Association of Justice, Minnesota State Bar Association, Hennepin County Bar Association and American Association for Justice.. When not working, Merrick enjoys hanging out with his kids. He loves the Gophers, Vikings, Twins and yearns for the day when the T-Wolves bring home an NBA title.

Benjamin J. Heimerl is a founding Partner at Heimerl & Lammers, LLC. Benjamin partnered with Michael B. Lammers to create a law firm with the ability to handle all of their clients’ legal needs while building lasting relationships. The mission of Heimerl & Lammers, LLC is to provide the superior legal representation and service that our clients deserve, during what could be the most difficult and frustrating time in their life.. Since graduating from William Mitchell College of Law, in St. Paul Minnesota, Benjamin has dedicated his time, almost exclusively, to helping injured clients. His time in the Marine Corps taught him the value of being the best at what you do, and that the only way to be the best is through hard work and dedication. He has taken this passion to the courtroom, where he works tirelessly to battle big insurance companies who refuse to live up to their moral and contractual obligations.. Benjamin was born and raised in Minnesota. He attended college at the University of Minnesota where he earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology. When he’s not advocating for his clients, Benjamin can be found spending quality time with his lovely wife and four children, and when time permits enjoying a peaceful round of golf.

I have been working in law firms since 2005 and have worked in fields such as workers' compensation, family law, civil defense litigation, and personal injury. I majored in legal studies while also obtaining my paralegal certificate in undergrad which allowed me to start working in the legal field during college. Being a paralegal for many years gave me a solid foundation of how to work a case from start to finish and the ability to manage all aspects of a case. It also gave me perspective on how to anticipate the needs of an attorney handling a case and also how to manage and supervise other support staff.

I have practiced exclusively in the personal injury/workers compensation areas my whole career.  I know my way around the judicial system and particularly the courtroom. I have tried numerous cases to juries and have had great success.  I litigate No-Fault claims, Workers Compensation claims and Social Security claims.  My motto is to work hard to move my client's case along promptly and to always talk to my clients along the way.  I try to be very direct and that helps keep my clients informed as to what is going on in their case.  I answer my phone when people call with questions or want to discuss their case.  I am able to get great results for my clients.

Elizabeth A. Cloutier has been licensed to practice law in Minnesota for almost 25 years, with an emphasis on family law, personal injury, estate planning, employment law and general civil litigation. She is admitted to practice in Minnesota state and federal courts and in the United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit. She has extensive trial and litigation experience, as well as experience in arbitrations, mediations, settlement negotiations, motion practice, drafting legal documents and representing clients in state and federal appeals.. She was recently voted "Favorite Female Attorney" in 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2013 by Minnesota Women's Press, Inc. readers.  She was voted "Favorite Female Family Law Attorney" in 2008 by the readers.. Ms. Cloutier began working as a law clerk and legal assistant, and attorney, in her father's law firm. She and her father worked together over the years to develop a general practice law firm that provides a wide variety of legal services for clients and their families.. During the past 25 years, Ms. Cloutier has been the lead attorney aggressively and successfully representing clients in personal injury matters, such as automobile accidents, work injury, slip and fall, motorcycle/boat accident, animal bite, burn, premises liability, products liability, malpractice, and wrongful death claims. She has represented clients in family law matters, such as divorce, custody/visitation disputes, child support matters, prenuptial agreements, paternity cases and adoptions.. Ms. Cloutier also has extensive experience in estate planning, wills, trusts, adoption, insurance issues, corporate, non-profit corporation, business, contract, entertainment and arts, guardianships/conservatorships, domestic partnership agreements, GLBT law, and probate law matters, in addition to many other types of cases.. Please contact Ms. Cloutier today for a free consultation to discuss your legal needs.

This year i watched my son graduate high school and matriculate to the University of South Carolina. I watched my daughter graduate pre-school and start kindergarten. Our family loves to travel and spend time outside in both the summer and winter here in Minnesota.. Professionally Batchelor Law Firm, P.A. added a new law clerk, Hamline Law School graduate Amanda Palecek. We are excited to have her bring fresh energy and perspecitve to our growing practice.  We have two cases currently before the Minnesota Supreme Court and we are looking forward to the challenges of work in both the Minnesota State District Courts and at the Office of Adminstrative Hearings.. Our firm mission statement focuses on preparation and knowing the details of each and every case. We believe the idiosyncracy and nuance of each case, and the time and effort necessary to discover them,  makes the difference between winning and losing.

Fearless and pursuasive litigator and negotiator. Being the voice for folks, while advocating, counseling, and providing practical solutions to complex issues.. Born and raised in Minnesota.  I follow the age old golden rule, by treating others as I wish to be treated, specifically by showing others respect and providing constructive criticism when necessary.

Ben has recovered millions of dollars for his clients over that period and has been significantly involved in notable and important cases. In 2012, he partnered with his friend and colleague, Grim Howland, to successful resolve a $4 million dollar medical malpractice claim on behalf of his disabled client.  That same year, he partnered on a ground breaking workers’ compensation civil penalties case with Jim Lindell, successfully arguing at the United States Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit that the district court erred in granting summary judgment to the defendants and that Plaintiff could prove that the defendants intentionally obstructed her workers’ compensation benefits in violation of Minnesota law. See Nunn v. Noodles & Company, and Zurich American Ins. Co., 674 F.3d 910 (8th Cir. 2012). Soon after that decision, Ben and Jim were able to resolve that case for their client, earning her an extraordinary but confidential settlement.. Ben believes that many of the skills he acquired during his years of bartending and teaching English abroad prior to law school have helped immensely in his law practice.  He prides himself on making people feel comfortable when explaining to him their problems and concerns, just like he did from behind the bar.  Ben is also excellent at distilling complicated legal issues into language and examples that permit his clients to fully understand the strengths and weaknesses of their cases.  Ben’s clients feel comfortable knowing they have the information they need to make the best decisions for themselves and they have a friend and fine attorney on their side until the end.. Ben has been consistently recognized by his colleagues for his work, successes and devotion to his clients, earning the distinction as one of Minnesota’s Rising Stars, by Minnesota Law & Politics magazine 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011. This accolade is awarded to just 2.5 percent of attorneys under the age of 40 or who have been practicing less than 10 years.  The selection process is peer nominated and reviewed.. When not at the office, you can usually find Ben on some river fly-fishing, preferably with his wife and son.  He also enjoys playing soccer and loves duck and pheasant hunting with his dad and devoted Labrador Retriever "Luna".

I am passionate to help people. And, when I am not working fighting on behalf of my clients, I love to spend outdoors with my wife and kids.