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200 Coon Rapids Blvd. NW, #400
Coon Rapids, MN 55433

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Exceeding expectations with unwavering ethical standards and innovative legal services

A Tradition of Excellence Since 1938

We are proud of our reputation as a respected Minnesota law firm, and we take our roles as members of the community very seriously. Through the commitment of our attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff, we have developed long-standing relationships with our clients as we work to achieve our mission.

Practice Areas

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Car accidents

Car accidents occur every day, often with serious injuries or fatalities. No matter the cause of the accident, we can help.

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Criminal defense

Our team of criminal defense attorneys devotes our best efforts to securing a positive outcome for your situation.

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Divorce

Our qualified attorneys work hard to ensure that you understand the divorce process and options available to you.

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Dui & Dwi defense

An experienced attorney is critical when facing a DUI/DWI charge, as many people simply do not know their full rights.

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Banking Law

Our experienced attorneys serve as advisors to banks, bank holding companies, and other financial institutions.

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Collection Law

The collection attorneys at our firm work with companies in many industries to resolve issues of uncollected receivables.

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commercial litigation

Our experienced commercial litigation attorneys are able to represent clients in state, federal, and appellate courts.

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CORPORATE & BUSINESS LAW

Clients can depend on our experienced attorneys for assistance with a wide range of corporate and business law issues.

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EMPLOYMENT LAW

Our seasoned attorneys are experienced in all phases of Minnesota employment law for large or small employers.

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ENFORCEMENT OF OUT-OF-STATE JUDGMENTS

We can take foreign judgments from other states and jurisdictions, properly file them in Minnesota, and pursue full collection of those judgments.

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ESTATE PLANNING & PROBATE & TRUST ADMINISTRATION

Our team of estate planning attorneys understands the importance of planning for the future.

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FAMILY LAW

Our compassionate, competent family law attorneys handle family disputes with both legal expertise and sensitivity.

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PERSONAL INJURY

If you have suffered an injury because of others’ negligence, our knowledgeable personal injury attorneys can help.

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GOVERNMENT LAW

The attorneys of Barna, Guzy & Steffen have represented government entities across Minnesota for more than 50 years.

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LABOR LAW

We handle a full range of diverse labor relations matters on behalf of public and private employers of all sizes.

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MEDIATION

Mediation allows both family and business legal matters to be addressed in a more efficient, cost-effective manner.

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REAL ESTATE LAW

Our real estate attorneys offer extensive experience in all facets of commercial development across the Twin Cities.

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TECHNOLOGY & DATA PRIVACY LAW

We can help navigate issues related to intellectual property, data security, data privacy, technology, and software.

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TRANSPORTATION LAW

Transportation is an area of business that can change daily. Count on our experienced attorneys for legal assistance.

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Attorneys Committed to Helping Clients Succeed

Trust, dedication, and professionalism are essential to the success of any business relationship. We believe these characteristics are the essence of integrity, and we strive to nurture these values within our firm. Since our inception, the attorneys at Barna, Guzy & Steffen have been committed to providing comprehensive legal services within the framework of professional excellence.

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Jason C. Brown

Jason has represented a wide variety of family law clients over the last 24 years, including teacher…

Practice Areas:
  • Family Law
  • Divorce
  • Mediation
  • Divorce
  • Paternity Proceedings
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John T. Buchman

John T. Buchman has been helping injured people get reimbursed for lost income and medical bills for…

Practice Areas:
  • Car Accidents
  • Personal Injury
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Jamie L. Carrell

Prior to joining BGS, Jamie worked as a law clerk and an associate attorney for local Twin Cities la…

Practice Areas:
  • Corporate & Business Law
  • Real Estate Law
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Carole Clark Isakson

Practice Group Manager, Head of Data Privacy and Security CommitteeCarole Clark Isakson joined the f…

Practice Areas:
  • Technology and Data Privacy Law
  • Business Law
  • Real Estate Law
  • Transportation Law
  • Corporate & Business Law
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Joseph J. Deuhs, Jr.

Joseph J. Deuhs, Jr. joined Barna, Guzy & Steffen after practicing for more than 25 years at the…

Practice Areas:
  • Real Estate Law
  • Banking Law
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Beverly K. Dodge

Beverly K. Dodge joined the firm of Steffen & Munstenteiger (the predecessor firm of Barna, Guzy…

Practice Areas:
  • Family Law
  • Divorce
  • Divorce
  • Paternity Proceedings
  • Child Custody
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Stephany J. Elmer

Stephany Elmer joined the firm of Barna, Guzy & Steffen in 2018 as a Law Clerk while attending l…

Practice Areas:
  • Real Estate Law
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Timothy D. Erb

Timothy D. Erb is a shareholder in our Real Estate department. He practices in both commercial and r…

Practice Areas:
  • Real Estate Law
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Tyler W. Eubank

Tyler W. Eubank is an associate in our Litigation and Employment Law departments. He previously work…

Practice Areas:
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Employment Law
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Rachel L. Farhi

Rachel is an associate attorney practicing in our Family Law department. She is experienced in repre…

Practice Areas:
  • Divorce
  • Family Law
  • Divorce
  • Paternity Proceedings
  • Child Custody
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Lindsay K. Fischbach

Lindsay K. Fischbach is an associate in our Family Law Department. She has been exclusively practici…

Practice Areas:
  • Family Law
  • Divorce
  • Divorce
  • Paternity Proceedings
  • Child Custody
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Kate R. Fredrickson

Kate is an associate in our firm’s Wills/Estates Probate and Trust administration department. Kate j…

Practice Areas:
  • Estate Planning & Probate & Trust Administration
  • Special Needs and Elder Law Services
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Scott M. Hagel

Scott practices in our Commercial and Business Law group and has more than twenty years of experienc…

Practice Areas:
  • Corporate & Business Law
  • Real Estate Law
  • Estate Planning & Probate & Trust Administration
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Bobbi Hermanson-Albers

Bobbi Hermanson-Albers is an associate in our Estate Planning department. Bobbi represents her clien…

Practice Areas:
  • Estate Planning & Probate & Trust Administration
  • Special Needs and Elder Law Services
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William F. Huefner

William F. Huefner (Bill) joined BGS as an attorney in 1993. Prior to attending law school Bill work…

Practice Areas:
  • Estate Planning & Probate & Trust Administration
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Ashley M. Kemplin-Gamm

Ashley joined our Real Estate practice group in fall of 2022. She is an experienced Real Estate atto…

Practice Areas:
  • Real Estate Law
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Kristin L. Kingsbury

Kristin focuses her practice in Commercial Litigation, Employment Law, Construction Law,  and R…

Practice Areas:
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Employment Law
  • Real Estate Law
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Bradley A. Kletscher

Employment Law and Business Litigation and Labor/Government Practice Group ManagerBradley A. Kletsch…

Practice Areas:
  • Employment Law
  • Business Law
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Enforcement of Out-of-State Judgments
  • Collection Law
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Robert A. LaFleur

Rob is an estate planning, estate administration, taxation and business law attorney.  He has a…

Practice Areas:
  • Business Law
  • Estate Planning & Probate & Trust Administration
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Scott M. Lepak

Chair, Marketing Committee; Affirmative Action Officer; Chair, Long Range Planning Commission; Board…

Practice Areas:
  • Labor Law
  • Employment Law
  • Government Law
  • Arbitration
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Jacob W. LeVahn

Jacob LeVahn is an associate in our firm’s Business and Corporate Law department and also works with…

Practice Areas:
  • Business Law
  • Corporate & Business Law
  • Transportation Law
  • Estate Planning & Probate & Trust Administration
  • Real Estate Law
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Joel T. LeVahn

Joel is a Corporate/Business lawyer who has represented clients for more than forty years at the law…

Practice Areas:
  • Business Law
  • Real Estate Law
  • Estate Planning & Probate & Trust Administration
  • Corporate & Business Law
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Travis J. Lutz

Before joining BGS, Travis worked as an associate attorney for a local Twin Cities law firm where he…

Practice Areas:
  • Government Law
  • Labor Law
  • Criminal Defense
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Erik C. Ordahl

Erik C. Ordahl is an experienced real estate attorney who has worked with clients in commercial and …

Practice Areas:
  • Real Estate Law
  • Banking Law
  • Corporate & Business Law
  • Transportation Law
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Carla J. Pedersen

Carla J. Pedersen joined Barna, Guzy & Steffen after practicing for more than 27 years at the la…

Practice Areas:
  • Real Estate Law
  • Government Law
  • Corporate & Business Law
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Joan M. Quade

Joan M. Quade has more than 30 years of legal practice and negotiating and/or litigation solutions t…

Practice Areas:
  • Mediation
  • Business Law
  • Employment Law
  • Collection Law
  • Commercial Litigation
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Cathryn D. Reher

Cathryn Reher joined Barna, Guzy & Steffen in 2021 as a Shareholder with more than 20 years of e…

Practice Areas:
  • Special Needs and Elder Law Services
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James S. Robbins

James Robbins joined the firm of Barna, Guzy & Steffen’s Government Law department in June 2023.…

Practice Areas:
  • Government Law
  • Labor Law
  • Enforcement of Out-of-State Judgments
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David R. Schaps

David R. Schaps is an experienced attorney in the areas of labor arbitration, economic development, …

Practice Areas:
  • Government Law
  • Labor Law
  • Employment Law
  • Transportation Law
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Tammy J. Schemmel

Tammy is a shareholder in the Commercial Real Estate department and a member of the firm’s Board of …

Practice Areas:
  • Real Estate Law
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Charles M. Seykora

Practice Areas:
  • Real Estate Law
  • Banking Law
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Adriel B. Villarreal

Adriel B. Villarreal’s areas of practice include personal injury and criminal defense law. Adriel is…

Practice Areas:
  • Personal Injury
  • Criminal Defense
  • DUI & DWI Defense
  • Car Accidents
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Thomas R. Wentzell

Thomas R. Wentzell is an experienced attorney in the areas of real estate development, leasing, fina…

Practice Areas:
  • Real Estate Law
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James H. Wills

James Wills was one of the founding partners of the former law firm of Kalina, Wills, Grisvold &…

Practice Areas:
  • Transportation Law
  • Business Law
  • Corporate & Business Law
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Testimonials

  • I recommend BGS to anyone who is looking to get fast and the best results for their legal matters. They are very knowledgeable and trustworthy. They went above and beyond my expectations for my case. Unlike other law firms, I didn't feel rushed and uncomfortable. They took their time to answer all my questions and address all my concerns. Amazing customer service! They are…

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  • Lawyer there was very helpfully even without hiring her. Thank you

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  • Friendly, reliable, knowledgeable and trustworthy.

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  • Great people.

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  • I have the utmost respect for Elizabeth Schading, Esq (Liz). Liz did a wonderful job working with me and is extremely competent, very knowledgeable in her field and she is very nice. Liz is one of the best attorneys I have ever met and is at the top of my most 'admired person' list. I have enjoyed our discussions, where her advice will ultimately make me a better person.

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  • Divorce is not easy and a custody battle is the worst, I have had the opportunity to work with Lindsay Fischbach and she has been such an amazing help! I can't wait for this all to be over ,but she has helped me tremendously with the ongoing Battle, she is always willing to help even if she is out of the office, checks her emails on the weekend and responds in a timely…

    Jackie K

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  • I am very pleased with the professionalism of Barna, Guzy and Steffen. They helped me settle an employment issue and were very prompt and competitive. I strongly recommend them if you are looking for professional, honesty and friendly service. And their staff is awesome!

    Jenifer S

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