Minneapolis, MN. June 11, 2010—Winthrop & Weinstine, P.A., announced today that it has been recognized in the 2010 edition of Chambers USA, an annual directory of leading business lawyers. Four of the firm’s attorneys and two practice groups have been recognized. The London-based Chambers has become widely accepted in recent years as the standard for legal distinction, both in the U.S. and around the globe.
Commercial Litigation: Winthrop & Weinstine’s talented trial lawyers tackle complex litigation representing clients from Fortune 100 organizations to closely held businesses and partnerships. Chambers says: “This firm is particularly commended for the work it does on behalf of banks in financial disputes. The team also has experience in litigating IP, antitrust, securities, real estate and general business matters.” The firm’s litigators appear in state and federal courts at all levels. According to Chambers, sources say, "When it comes to banking litigation, this firm really knows its stuff."
Real Estate: The firm represents local and national clients in all aspects of real estate development, investment, and operations. Chambers says: “This group has particular expertise in lending and tax credit transactions. Its tax credit specialists have experience in affordable housing, new market and historic transactions. The group is also seeing a good deal of work relating to restructuring and workouts.” Clients are large and small and include for-profit and nonprofit developers, investors, lenders, housing authorities, cities, and builders. According to Chambers, sources say, "Great for lender representation."
Robert R. Weinstine, "the heart and soul of the firm," is lauded for his "extraordinary trial skills" and business-getting abilities.
Thomas H. Boyd, who is admired for his "scholarly bent," undertakes commercial and appellate litigation and is a recent past president of the Eighth Circuit Bar Association.
Geoffrey P. Jarpe handles a variety of commercial litigation matters.
Jon J. Hoganson primarily represents financial institutions in lending transactions and is praised for his "practicality and common sense."
Chambers also noted the strengths of the Corporate, Banking & Finance, Intellectual Property & Brand Management, Legislative & Regulatory and Real Estate & Tax practice areas.
As stated above, the following Winthrop & Weinstine lawyers were recognized as “Leaders in their field” for their work in Minnesota:
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Robert R. Weinstine
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1
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Litigation: General Commercial
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Thomas H. Boyd
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1; 3
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Litigation: Appellate; Litigation: General Commercial
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Jon J. Hoganson
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2
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Real Estate
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Geoffrey P. Jarpe
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3
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Litigation: General Commercial
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Chambers' selection of top firms and attorneys is based on interviews with in-house law departments and attorneys from around the country, with final rankings made by a panel of national general counsel and legal practitioners. The rankings and editorial comments about attorneys are independent and objective.
To visit the Chambers USA website, visit www.chambersandpartners.com.
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