Category: BGS in the Community
BGS Supports Scholarship at Anoka Ramsey Community College
February 11, 2014 | Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd.Barna, Guzy and Steffen, Ltd. is the largest law firm in the North Metro area. We recognize that as such, we have the opportunity to make a great impact on the communities that we serve and to give back in ways that are meaningful and important. Part of our firm’s mission statement conveys this message as we “recognize the value of a meaningful community, professional and civic life.” Many of our attorneys and staff are actively involved in our community. One of the ways in which our firm has given back over the years is the continued support of the Bernie and Natalie Steffen Scholarship at Anoka Ramsey Community College, Coon Rapids Campus. Real Estate Attorney /Shareholder Kristi Riley currently serves on ARCC’s Board of Directors Coon Rapids Foundation. Last spring, the Steffen scholarship was awarded to Ms. Kelly Olson. Kelly was recently asked about the impact of this scholarship and said, “This scholarship has been very beneficial because, first of all, it is helping me stay out of debt and it also helps me stay motivated to do well in my classes. I feel very honored to have received this scholarship.” There are many scholarships available at ARCC and the March 14th deadline for Fall 2014 and Spring 2015 scholarships is quickly…
Read MoreLiz Schading Pens Article for Minnesota Women Lawyers Organization
February 3, 2014 | Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd.Family Law Attorney Liz Schading recently authored an article for “With Equal Right” the online official journal of the Minnesota Women Lawyers organization. The article looks at the practice of Early Neutral Evaluation in Family law and how it can expedite some custody issues for parents.
Read MoreAngela Woessner Appointed to Local School's Board of Directors
January 14, 2014 | Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd.Angela M. Woessner, a shareholder who concentrates her practice in all areas of commercial real estate law, and graduate of Cretin-Derham Hall, has been appointed to the board of directors of Cretin-Derham Hall for a three year term. Cretin-Derham Hall is a Catholic, co-educational high school, co-sponsored by the Brothers of the Christian Schools and the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, committed to Christian values and academic excellence in grades nine through twelve. Angela is also a board member of the Cretin-Derham Hall Alumni Association.
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