200 Coon Rapids Blvd. NW, #400
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
Ellen M. Stirzl Attorney
Ellen is an associate in our firm’s Litigation/Business & Employment Law department. Ellen joined BGS in 2023 as a Law Clerk while finishing her J.D. at University of St. Thomas School of Law and became an attorney with the firm upon passing the bar in October 2024. Her experience includes drafting motions, research, case management and client communication to keep clients up to date on their cases.
Prior to and during law school Ellen also worked as an intern at Xcel Energy where she worked on siting and land rights issues, and later another law firm where she honed her writing and research skills as well as litigation. Her Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science and her participation in her law school’s Environmental Law Society gives her a unique perspective on environmental law and the complex legal issues involved.
Outside of work, Ellen enjoys traveling, spending time at the cabin with family and friends, hiking and camping.
Practice Areas
- Business/Employment Law
- Litigation
- Prosecution
- Municipal law
- Minnesota, 2024
- J.D., University of St. Thomas School of Law, 2024
- B.S., University of Minnesota, Environmental Science, 2020
- Anoka County Bar Association
- Minnesota State Bar Association
- Minnesota Women Lawyers
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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!
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Friendly, reliable, knowledgeable and trustworthy.
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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…
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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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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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