Because I was going through a divorce from a long distance, it was extremely comforting having…read moreFranz in my corner. In fact if I had to do it over again, the only thing I would change is, I'd call Franz sooner! Thank you very kindly Franz!

It was such a relief to have found Franz Davis to help me with my divorce proceedings. He is a…read morecompetent, efficient, no-drama divorce attorney. I had dealt with some high-drama attorneys in the past that showed me how valuable of a skill he provides in that way. He understands the emotions behind divorce without capitalizing off of them. He does what it takes to get through your divorce proceedings as easily and quickly as possible for the client while not overlooking details that could later come back to haunt you. One phone conversation with Franz is all it will take for you to feel at ease about your divorce. You will know that you are in good hands with him on your side. I have already recommended him to one close friend of mine who is going through a divorce, and would certainly recommend him to "you," too!

Jeff and Marna are a dream team! They have helped many clients of mine successfully navigate the…read morecomplicated world of 1031 exchange. I won't send my people anywhere else. 12 out of 10 stars.

From the owner: CPEC1031 - Commercial Partners Exchange Company, LLC is dedicated to helping owners of businesses…read moreand investment property defer their capital gains taxes on sale of property under Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code.

I can only speak of Patrick Boyle in superlatives…read more No attorney in the Minneapolis, MN area has greater depth, experience, and practical wisdom in the areas of Bankruptcy, Foreclosure and Loan Modification. Insofar as such a thing can even be contemplated, based on my first-hand experience as a client I consider him THE industry standard to which all others are compared in the world of postponement of sheriff sale, foreclosure mitigation and home retention. Technically an expert, he is also uncommonly practical and responsive. These are traits that no doubt finds great receptivity from a diverse group of clients who consult him in their time of legal need. Patrick possesses the ability to take extremely complicated, intricate, intimidating and confusing legal aspects and break them down into simple, straight forward language without ever making the client feel foolish or as if they are being spoken down to. The level-headed, direct and no nonsense approach that he takes, his timely communication and attention to detail make Patrick Boyle the attorney whom I turned to in my time of need and now recommend whenever given the chance to others facing legal needs. There is simply no better Minnesota attorney to advise across all of these matters, or who has the range of experience, thought, reason and polish.

I am sooo impressed with Patrick. He is one hell of an attorney and doesn't take crap. I love how…read morepassionate he is about being that advocate, the voice for the client. I really wish more attorneys were like this. I swear I am dealing with other issues and Patrick is an award winning attorney. He is always professional and he is the true definition of what an attorney should be. Anyone out there who needs an attorney, someone that defends them and has your back the whole time without bad mouthing you at all. Your man to call is Patrick. He understands the law and will help you with any situation!!

First let me say that I found Doug Miller on Yelp and decided to reach out based on a couple…read morereviews I saw. He spoke with me initially for quite a while (without charging me-not sure I should say that), but he did. He was very clear on what he would do and how much it would cost me and returned a very comprehensive, clear, and concise memo on the who/what/where/why of my situation. He then followed through with answering my questions and discussed the next steps. I really could go on about the great care/service I received as well as his knowledge of real estate law (he even went beyond what I expected him to review)! I would highly recommend him for real estate legal advice. Also, would like to mention his quick turnaround on phone calls and work product-feels like a rarity these days. Thanks again, Doug!

Doug is a knowledgeable and competent real estate attorney. Doug went out of his way to provide me…read morelegal advice and pointed me in the right direction for a solution. I highly recommend Doug for all you real estate law needs.

I have worked with Sandahl & Associates for two different real estate issues and was very happy…read morewith my experience. I worked with them as a buyer for a Purchase Agreement when dealing with a seller who wasn't using a real estate agent, and then later for the withdrawal of my offer when encountering problems with the seller. I went back to them for a title issue on another property. Their legal work was excellent, they were very responsive and straightforward in their approach with me. I've recommended them to a couple of other friends. I won't hesitate to hire them again should the need arise.

From the owner: At Sandahl & Associates, we provide a client-focused approach to helping our clients understand a…read morewide variety of legal matters. Our experienced legal team strives to provide you with thoughtful insights and open communication on all your legal matters. We believe that communication is the key to collaboration, and we take the time to understand your situation and keep an open-mind to your needs and requests. We strive to educate our clients on the law and to provide them with the best possible advice and service that suits each individual. We cater our legal services to you and your unique situation in a variety of practice areas. We believe that communication is the key to collaboration and helping you resolve all of your legal issues. If you are interested in learning more about our services call us to learn about our areas of practice below.

I've been a client of MKE for over six years across multiple legal matters. They're some of the…read moremost strategic and capable attorneys I've come across, with a level of expertise in constitutional law that's hard to find. They've done what 99% of law firms never do: gone to the U.S. Supreme Court twice (and won both times). That alone speaks volumes. The atmosphere is very down-to-earth, and the whole firm is easy to work with. Greg Erickson (the "E" in MKE), especially, is a straight shooter with a blunt (but great) sense of humor. I've seen him depose defendants for hours on multiple occasions, and it's honestly like watching boxing and ballet in one breath--he's sharp, controlled, and incredibly quick on his feet. John (main paralegal) is like an encyclopedia of constitutional and municipal law--extremely detail-oriented, and Mary (Office Manager) keeps everything running smoothly. It's a boutique firm that runs on word-of-mouth reputation, not advertising. They represent everyone from large banks, corporations, and small business owners to cities, law enforcement, and prisoners. They also take on cases against cities and public officials, which says a lot about their depth and versatility. I want to comment on a recent negative review here from someone using the name "Turbine G." What this person describes does not line up with what I know about the situation. This individual ("Jay") was yelling profanities in the 8th Circuit courthouse that day--I know because I had a hearing there as well. In that context, if Greg advised him to stop acting like "a child," that is more than fair. Lawyers have to maintain professionalism in court--not just for their firm, but for their other clients (I certainly wouldn't want that kind of behavior affecting the judge's view of my case or the court's perception of MKE--would you?). More broadly, I know and respect the attorneys this reviewer criticizes. Greg is quick-witted, highly skilled, and deeply dedicated to his kids. Erick Kaardal is brilliant, kind, and clearly prioritizes his family. These are genuinely good people. As for the younger attorney, Elizabeth--who is also unfairly dragged in that review--I want to be clear: she did an outstanding job. In fact, in a separate case, a district court judge (who had previously presided over one of my own hearings) even wrote a letter to MKE commending her work. She's a young attorney with a very bright future. No law firm wins every case. Outcomes depend heavily on which judge you get and the specific circumstances. That doesn't take away from the quality of the legal work. And to be fair--I do agree with one thing the reviewer said: sometimes MKE drafts come close to deadlines. That's the reality of a busy, in-demand firm handling complex litigation. But what matters is how they show up when it counts. I've had John stay on the phone with me late into the night to make sure everything was accurate before a strict deadline. That level of commitment is rare. For further perspective, I'm a lifelong liberal, and the firm is known for having (mostly) conservative attorneys. It's never mattered. I've always gotten along super well with everyone there. There's a mix of political perspectives among both their staff and clients, and there's clearly mutual respect. It's worth noting that many of the negative reviews on Google don't come from actual clients, but instead appear to be from online trolls reacting to a few controversial cases--something that represents only a tiny fraction of the firm's overall work. Most satisfied clients don't leave reviews--they get what they need and move on. I only felt the need to write something after stumbling upon this person's review because it didn't match what I know or my experience. From my (real) experience as a client: if you want serious, high-level legal representation, this is exactly the kind of firm you want in your corner.

Unfortunately, I feel I am obligated to write this review to hopefully prevent others from going…read morethrough what we have with MKE. We have spent near half a million dollars with this firm to have only 1 meaningless court victory in 5+ years. My personal belief is MKE is more worried about what the judges, court and opposing lawyers think of them than what their client's outcomes are. Frankly, I have typically not left hearings with MKE at my side in which I felt I had a chance to win. Only once have I been comfortable with how MKE lawyers argued in court (out of dozens of hearings). I kept my mouth shut about my perceived incompetence of MKE lawyers over time in hopes that the facts would win out in our favor as we had nowhere else to go and were locked in with MKE. When I presented mild criticism to Greg Erickson (E from MKE) along with my opinion form observing that he and his lawyer both did a terrible job in federal court that day, he literally stated, "You are a child Jay. Elizabeth did an outstanding job" (You got that right, Erickson's response was to denigrate me instead of listen to what I said). Yet Elizabeth got hammered and lost so bad for my wife that MKE has refused to respond to any communications from me or my wife at this point. This includes our longtime attorney, and somebody I thought was a friend, Erick Kaardal (don't let Erick fool you with his stories and charm, he certainly appears to me to not be the good catholic he professes to be). No lawyer at MKE bothered to contact us to determine next steps after the loss, merely decided to shut us out (which certainly appears to be an ethical violation on their part). Further, we had a set fee of $255k for the entire litigation, and when MKE lost because of their own incompetence (not understanding they had to include arguments of why the claim was in federal court), MKE puts their hand put for more money even though they are the ones who screwed up. In fact, we even set up a basically unlosable lawsuit against the city, that MKE somehow seemed to piss down the toilet (because they refused to put forth the obvious facts that would most likely have swayed the judges). Finally, I have won more cases for myself pro se than MKE ever did for us, not even close. In my opinion, If you are looking for a high priced lawyer that does not put forth the arguments you want them to in court, waits until the last minute to get the paperwork done, gets scolded by the judge right in front of you for being excessively wordy, gets half the arguments right and half wrong in court, fails to defend your character when personally attacked over zoning issues, and, calls you names when you put forth some mild criticism of their efforts ... then MKE is your team!! I would suggest otherwise and to stay away.

My experience with Schnitker Law was one I'll never forget. Kirk worked with me directly and…read moretreated me with care and sincerity. He was professional, but also helped me find moments of joy and humility in our time together. He was punctual and beyond prepared. There was an ease in his presence that immediately made me feel the same while we were in the court room. Though I hope I don't have the pleasure of working with him professionally in the future- I whole heartedly endorse his practice and his skilled team. Thank you, Kirk!

From the owner: We are a general real estate law office that focuses on eminent domain & related relocation claims…read moreagainst the government.