Henson Efron has been recognized in the 2025 edition of Best Law Firms, a testament to our unwavering commitment to legal excellence. Ranked by Best Law Firms regionally in 19 practice areas, Henson Efron has distinguished itself in the legal industry, earning this prestigious accolade. Firms included in the 2025 Best Law Firms® list are recognized for professional excellence with impressive ratings from clients and peers. “At Best Lawyers, we are proud to recognize law firms that show an unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and client satisfaction,” said Philip Greer,…
For the 12th consecutive year, Henson Efron has been listed as a “Best Law Firm” by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers® for 2022. Firms included in the “Best Law Firms” 2022 list are recognized for professional excellence with persistently impressive ratings from clients and peers. Best Lawyers® is the oldest and most respected lawyer ranking service…
Henson Efron President, Lisa Spencer, was recently featured in a Capital Analytics Associates, Invest: Minneapolis-St. Paul series, Spotlight On article. Invest: Minneapolis-St. Paul is a comprehensive business review analyzing the key opportunities and issues within Minneapolis-St. Paul. The 9-to-5 schedule is a thing of the past but practicing law in a hybrid model is also…
Joe is a leading provider of commercial litigation ADR services with an impressive track record as a mediator, arbitrator, and special master in state and federal courts. In 2021, he was honored in the practice area of mediation by Best Lawyers® as the “Lawyer of the Year.” Additionally, he has been selected as a Super Lawyer® since 1998 and listed…
With over 15 years of family law experience, Melissa Nilsson has been an integral part of our family law group. She helps spouses, parents, and grandparents navigate a difficult time and provides unwavering support. Only a single lawyer in each practice area and designated metropolitan area is honored as the “Lawyer of the Year,” making…
We are proud to announce that 21 of our attorneys have been honored by Best Lawyers® for their legal excellence. Since The Best Lawyers in America was first published in 1983, the same peer review process has been consistently used to highlight the best legal talent in America. At Henson Efron, we believe that providing the best possible client service starts…
Attorneys Alan Eidsness and Lisa Spencer have been ranked by Chambers and Partners to the 2021 High Net Worth Guide. They were both ranked in the ‘Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth – Minnesota’ department. Chambers High Net Worth ranks the leading and most dedicated lawyers and law firms for international private wealth. The legal rankings of…
Henson Efron shines again in 2021 with 21 attorneys selected as Minnesota Super Lawyers or Rising Stars. Thank you to our peers for recognizing our exceptional team of attorneys. We believe that providing the best possible client service starts within our office walls. Henson Efron brings more than 42 years of legal innovation to individuals and businesses. Clients rely…
Allison Plunkett will be presenting a CLE (Continuing Legal Education) at the upcoming Mitchell Hamline Alumni golf tournament on July 19, 2021. The presentation is titled, “Ethical Pitfalls for Attorneys Representing Closely Held Companies.” Attendees will learn about the common ethical considerations and pitfalls that may arise under the Minnesota Rules of Professional Conduct when advising closely…
Eric Friske has been reappointed by Governor Tim Walz and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan to another term on the Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience, and Interior Design, effective June 23, 2021 through January 6, 2025. He was previously appointed by Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton for the term 2017–2021. Eric presently serves as Chair of…
We are proud to announce Henson Efron has been named one of the Top 175 Workplaces in Minnesota by the Star Tribune. Top Workplaces recognizes the most progressive companies in Minnesota based on employee opinions measuring engagement, organizational health and satisfaction. The analysis is produced by the Star Tribune and includes responses from over 76,000 employees at public, private and nonprofit organizations. “The…
We recently moved to our new location within the Capella Tower and the media has highlighted our new space! This new location reflects the 45-year-old firm’s vision of a modern workplace. It supports how the nature of work has evolved over the past year and incorporates flexibility that will continue into the future. To read our…
We are proud to announce Henson Efron attorneys Christopher Burns, Jaime Driggs, Katy Graves, Anne Haaland and Scott Neilson have been recognized as 2020 North Star Lawyers by the Minnesota State Bar Association. The MSBA recognized over 757 North Star Lawyers who, in 2020, certified that they provided at least 50 hours of pro bono…
Henson Efron is proud to announce attorney Stuart Williams has been elected committee member on the Federation of State Medical Board’s Ethics and Professionalism Committee. The Committee addresses and provides opinions regarding ethics and professional issues relating to medical regulation. Read Stuart’s Full Bio
