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Hellmuth & Johnson is a Minnesota Top 15 law firm, and a one-of-a-kind legal asset. On your side. At your side.

Edina, MN
Joined February 2013
In October’s edition of The Briefing Room, H&J attorney Brendan Kenny explores how better tools can support better legal writing and shares resources on AI, advocacy, and legal practice. Read more: bit.ly/4k8H02f
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Hellmuth & Johnson was proud to sponsor the Smart Business Dealmakers Conference, where attorney Alec Sherod delivered opening remarks! Pictured with Alec are H&J colleagues Drew Benik, Darbie Blacksmith, and Evelyn O’Brien.
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Congratulations to H&J attorney Mary Ellen Reihsen on being named one of Minnesota Lawyer’s 2026 Top Women in Law! Mary Ellen was joined at the awards celebration by her mother and H&J colleagues Samantha Graf, Phaedra Howard, and Brenda Sauro.
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In Part 2 of her series on cannabis real estate in Minnesota, H&J attorney Darbie Blacksmith examines key lease protections cannabis operators should negotiate and the challenges federal law continues to create for commercial leasing. bit.ly/4eNK8g8
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H&J attorney Mary Ellen Reihsen moderated last week’s candidate forum for the Woodbury City Council and mayoral races. Thank you, Mary Ellen, for your commitment to the community!
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Finding the right location for a cannabis business in Minnesota involves more than finding a willing landlord. H&J attorney Darbie Blacksmith examines the importance of early due diligence and the legal pitfalls of standard commercial leases. bit.ly/47ipTmS
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H&J attorney Brenda Sauro recently secured an arbitration award for home buyers in a dispute involving undisclosed moisture testing and property repairs. Read more about the case and its implications for real estate transactions. bit.ly/3VA0Wkl
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H&J attorney Cole Hickman highlights common estate planning mistakes, from delaying the process and relying solely on a will to overlooking beneficiary designations and failing to update plans as life changes. bit.ly/4ilyj32
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H&J attorney Bryan Wiley discusses common types of commercial litigation, the risks businesses face when disputes arise, and how early legal guidance can help businesses navigate conflicts and protect their interests. bit.ly/4jOc4UA
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H&J attorney Emily Fox Williams joined her clients, Ken and Karen Wentworth of Hobo Inc., for their 10th Annual Oktoberfest! Hellmuth & Johnson was happy to support the celebration with custom beer steins.
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H&J attorneys Kristine Spiegelberg Nelson and Phaedra Howard recently participated in the CAI-MN 2026 Law Seminar & Fall Expo, where they presented on new statutory changes and connected with attendees at the H&J booth.
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H&J attorneys Kristine Spiegelberg Nelson and Mary Ellen Reihsen recently participated in Mitchell Hamline School of Law’s Meet the Profession, connecting with students and sharing insights into careers in the legal profession.
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Hellmuth & Johnson was happy to sponsor the Lakeville Public Safety Foundation’s 12th Annual Police & Firefighters Ball! H&J attorney Emily Fox Williams and her husband attended the event in support of Lakeville’s police and fire departments.
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Hellmuth & Johnson was proud to sponsor Poker with Purpose, benefiting the TB1 Fund and cancer research at M Health Fairview Children’s Hospital. H&J attorney David Hellmuth joined in for an evening of poker and fundraising for a great cause.
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In the September edition of The Briefing Room, H&J attorneys Brendan Kenny and Neven Selimovic explore legal technology, AI in the legal profession, legal writing, and the role of human judgment as the practice of law continues to evolve. bit.ly/4hTzOoS
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Hellmuth & Johnson was proud to sponsor the Minnesota Subcontractors Association’s 27th Annual Golf Classic! H&J attorneys Joseph Barnett and Blake Nelson enjoyed a great day on the course connecting with members of the construction community.
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Hellmuth & Johnson was proud to sponsor the 2026 ACG MN Golf Outing last week! H&J attorneys Alec Sherod, Ailana McIntosh, Drew Benik, and James VandenBergh enjoyed a great day on the course.
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