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Barna, Guzy & Steffen names Thomas R. Wentzell Shareholder
August 16, 2021 | Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd.
The law firm of Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd. announces that Thomas R. Wentzell has been named a Shareholder by the Board of Directors. Tom began his career with Barna, Guzy & Steffen as a law clerk from January 2012-April 2013 while he was completing his law degree at University of St. Thomas School of Law. He returned in 2014 to become part of the busy Real Estate Law department. Tom has developed a robust commercial real estate practice, representing property owners and developers with respect to purchase, sale, new development, financing, leasing, and a host of other real estate related transactions. He works significantly in the areas of multifamily housing, office, industrial, and retail properties. Tom graduated cum laude from University of St. Thomas School of Law in 2013. He was a recipient of a Dean’s Award, made the Dean’s list regularly, and received a President’s Scholarship. Tom earned his Bachelor of Arts in Social Science from St. John’s University in 2007 where he graduated magna cum laude, received All-College Honors and played Varsity football. The firm would like to congratulate Tom on his accomplishments and commitment to the mission of providing clients legal service with trust, dedication and professionalism. BGS believes these ingredients are the essence of integrity, and strives to…
Read MorePutting Children First: Co-Parenting Through a Pandemic
February 5, 2021 | Elizabeth A. Schading
Co-parenting under normal circumstances presents many challenges for families of divorced or separated parents. Add a worldwide pandemic to a tenuous, oftentimes contentious, family dynamic and the results can be devastating for everyone involved. During COVID-19, many families are discovering that previous co-parenting arrangements may not withstand the demands associated with sheltering in place and remote/distance learning. This can amplify an already stressful situation. Read our blog as we discuss ways to help families cope with the challenges associated with co-parenting through a pandemic. Ensure safety when changing households Many parents wonder if it’s safe to have their children travel back and forth between two households, especially if the other parent is at a higher risk for exposure through work or contact with others like a stepparent or significant other. Some have even gone to court over such matters. Parents should make every effort to talk amongst themselves to discuss how to address safety concerns before getting the courts involved. Maintain open lines of communication Oftentimes separated or divorced parents are estranged from one another, making communication and planning quite challenging. However, parents should try to set aside their differences and focus on the heath and well-being of their children. Maintaining open and honest lines of communication is critical. If you find communicating…
Read MoreBGS Attorney Receives Minnesota State Bar Association Distinguished Service Award 2020
December 10, 2020 | Toni PerrierBarna, Guzy and Steffen, Ltd attorney Jeffrey S. Johnson recently received the 2020 Distinguished Service Award from the Real Property Section of the Minnesota State Bar Association (MSBA) in honor of his years of dedication and service to the bar and community. Since his admission to the bar in 1979, Jeff has been involved with the MSBA in many ways including serving on the Section Governing Council for 34 years and presenting 25 programs for Minnesota Continuing Legal Education. When Jeff Johnson started his career at what is now Barna, Guzy & Steffen as a clerk in 1977, he could not have known that his career as an attorney would span 40 years with multiple achievements and thousands of satisfied clients along the way. Johnson was President and Chair of the Board at BGS for 24 years before stepping down in 2014 to focus more on his real estate practice in the later years of his career. His service to the MSBA is extensive and impressive. As he grew in his profession he became involved in the MSBA Real Property Section in several additional ways including being a council member of the MSBA, Real Property Section from 1984-2018, and having served as the Chairperson from 1990-91. Additional involvement with the council includes:…
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