AWARDS & PEER RECOGNITION

LAWYER OF THE YEAR, ENVIRONMENTAL LAW, MINNEAPOLIS

Selected by peers as the Environmental Law “Lawyer of the Year” for Minneapolis by Best Lawyers® in 2016, 2020, and 2027. 

BEST LAWYERS IN AMERICA

Named a “Best Lawyer in America” in the areas of Environmental Law 2013-2020 and 2025-2027 and Natural Resources Law 2025-2027, based on voting by lawyers in the same geographical and legal practice areas conducted by Best Lawyers®.

SUPER LAWYER

Selected as a Super Lawyer® in the area of Environmental Law, 2004, 2008, 2015-2020, and 2024-2026.

MARTINDALE-HUBBELL®

AV Preeminent (High Ethical Standing), 5.0/5.0 Peer Ratings in areas of Legal Knowledge, Analytical Capability, Judgement, Communication, and Legal Experience.

RISING STAR

Selected as a "Rising Star" based on a statewide survey of lawyers conducted by the Minnesota Journal of Law and Politics, 2001 and 2003.

NORTH STAR LAWYER

Presented to lawyers who provide 50 or more hours of pro bono service in a calendar year, multiple years.