Category: News & Events
Joan M. Quade Appointed Chair of 21st District Ethics Committee
November 16, 2015 | Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd.The Minnesota State Supreme Court has appointed BGS Shareholder Joan M. Quade as Chair of the 21st District Ethics Committee for a term of 6 years. As Chair, Joan will oversee the 21st District Ethics Committee’s purpose to investigate and make recommendations to the Office of Lawyers’ Professional Responsibility in cases that involve the lawyers’ code of ethics and attorney’s pledge to adhere. Joan is a BGS Board Member and the Practice Group leader for the Business Litigation and Employment law groups. Her areas of practice focus on Commercial Litigation and include everything from Business Disputes to Constructions Defects and Toxic Mold cases.
Read MoreDriving in the Snow-We all Know it's Coming
November 12, 2015 | Adriel B. VillarrealWhen the weather turns colder, Twin Citians know that eventually we will get hit with snow. While many of us prefer the warmer weather, it’s always a good idea to review winter driving tips to avoid accidents and injuries. I found a comprehensive list of winter driving tips that give a great review for all us Minnesota winter drivers young and old. 1. Carry emergency clothing in the car. A stocking cap, snow boots, mittens, a pair of coveralls, and a blaze orange vest so you will be seen if you have to walk. 2. If you get stuck, kitty litter is a good way to get traction under your wheels. Carry the litter in a couple of gallon plastic milk jugs. Sand and dirt are ok too, but they freeze solid if any moisture collects on them. Some people carry metal treads, but you have to stop and go back for them. Some carry a few evergreen branches. 3. When driving on ice, always try to drive with 2 tires on the right shoulder of the road. It is usually graveled, and provides better traction than the smooth streets or highways. This won’t work if there is snow. 4. Plan your route to avoid stop signs and lights on the top of…
Read MoreBGS Attorneys Named Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
July 10, 2015 | Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd.Barna, Guzy and Steffen would like to congratulate their attorneys named to the 2015 Minnesota Super Lawyers lists. This year, the law firm had five Super Lawyers and two Rising Stars named to the lists. The attorneys named Super Lawyers were: John T. Buchman/Personal Injury Michael F. Hurley/Banking Jeffrey S. Johnson/Real Estate Bradley A. Kletscher/Business Litigation Steven G. Thorson/Real Estate And the Rising Stars: Timothy D. Erb/Real Estate Tammy J. Schemmel/Business Litigation These attorneys will appear in the Minnesota Super Lawyers Magazine published in August 2015 and distributed to attorneys in Minnesota and the ABA-accredited law school libraries. In addition, selected attorneys will also appear in the August 2015 issue of Mpls./St.Paul Magazine and Twin Cities Business. Super Lawyers are chosen using peer nominations and evaluations which are combined with third party research. Each candidate is evaluated on 12 indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement. Selections are made on an annual, state-by-state basis. It is an honor to have attorneys named Super Lawyers/Rising Stars. This acknowledgement reinforces the firm’s continuing mission to be recognized as the best and most innovative law firm in their market.
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