Founding member Stanley Efron completes his military service and joins Bob Rice to form the law firm of Rice and Efron, later known as Efron & Kittler, a three-person firm with a principal focus in the corporate and tax law areas.

Henson Efron is officially founded. The November 1 merger combines Henson & Tully and Efron & Kittler, forming a new law firm with significantly expanded expertise and capabilities to provide clients with superior service. The firm’s first office is at 1200 Title Insurance Building in downtown Minneapolis; Joseph Dixon serves as managing partner.

In the firm’s third decade, Clark Opdahl is named President, guiding Henson Efron through a period of stability and growth. Known for his ability to bring people together, Clark fostered collaboration and a unified vision that strengthened the firm’s foundation and positioned it for continued success.

Henson Efron names Lisa Spencer as president, marking a historic milestone as the firm’s first woman president. She steps into leadership just before a global pandemic and during a time of racial reckoning following George Floyd’s killing in Minneapolis. Lisa leads the firm through these challenges with resilience, overseeing a move to a new office during COVID and emerging stronger and more unified.

Henson Efron updates its brand to reflect a modern perspective while honoring its commitment to exceptional client service and a people-centered culture. The refresh underscores the firm’s balanced approach, combining strategic acumen with practical solutions rooted in a deep understanding of the law, the community, clients’ needs, and its team.