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FMJ Featured in Minnesota Business Magazine(+)
February 2010
Fafinski Mark & Johnson was featured in Minnesota Business Magazine's February 2010 issue. The article is an interview with co-founding shareholders Robert Fafinski, Jr., Don Mark, Jr. and Kevin Johnson detailing the history of the firm from its beginnings in June 1999 to its tenth anniversary year in 2009. The entire article can be found here.
Fafinski Mark & Johnson was featured in Minnesota Business Magazine's February 2010 issue. The article is an interview with co-founding shareholders Robert Fafinski, Jr., Don Mark, Jr. and Kevin Johnson detailing the history of the firm from its beginnings in June 1999 to its tenth anniversary year in 2009. The entire article can be found here.
FMJ Represents Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS) in Sale of 18 Planes to Allegiant Travel Co.(+)
January 2010
SAS and Allegiant Travel Company announced on January 4th, 2010 that the parties reached an agreement involving the sale of 18 MD-80 aircraft by Scandinavian Airlines System to Allegiant Travel Company. FMJ attorneys Robert Fafinski, Jr., James Gladen, Tara Anderson and Heather Halverson represented SAS in the transaction. SAS is one of Europe's largest airlines and FMJ has served as its U.S. Counsel for many years. For details, see the Wall Street Journal article here.
SAS and Allegiant Travel Company announced on January 4th, 2010 that the parties reached an agreement involving the sale of 18 MD-80 aircraft by Scandinavian Airlines System to Allegiant Travel Company. FMJ attorneys Robert Fafinski, Jr., James Gladen, Tara Anderson and Heather Halverson represented SAS in the transaction. SAS is one of Europe's largest airlines and FMJ has served as its U.S. Counsel for many years. For details, see the Wall Street Journal article here.
Robert R. Fafinski, Jr. Named One of the World's Leading Aviation Lawyers(+)
December 2009
Robert R. Fafinski, Jr. has been named one of the world's leading aviation lawyers by a respected international aviation journal. Mr. Fafinski was nominated by in-house counsel and his peers as one of the pre-eminent practitioners in the field. The Guide to the World's Leading Aviation Lawyers is an international publication produced every two years. This is the third time Mr. Fafinski has been included in the Guide.
Robert R. Fafinski, Jr. has been named one of the world's leading aviation lawyers by a respected international aviation journal. Mr. Fafinski was nominated by in-house counsel and his peers as one of the pre-eminent practitioners in the field. The Guide to the World's Leading Aviation Lawyers is an international publication produced every two years. This is the third time Mr. Fafinski has been included in the Guide.
Northern Tool + Equipment Selects Fafinski Mark & Johnson as Corporate Counsel of Record(+)
November 2009
Northern Tool + Equipment, an international tool and power equipment retailer, has named Fafinski Mark & Johnson as its corporate counsel of record. Robert R. Fafinski, Jr., shareholder and CEO said of the new partnership, "Northern Tool + Equipment is an excellent company with a solid foundation. We're honored to be working with them."
The full press release can be seen here.
Northern Tool + Equipment, an international tool and power equipment retailer, has named Fafinski Mark & Johnson as its corporate counsel of record. Robert R. Fafinski, Jr., shareholder and CEO said of the new partnership, "Northern Tool + Equipment is an excellent company with a solid foundation. We're honored to be working with them."
The full press release can be seen here.
Shannon McDonough Speaks to Fox 9 News about the H1N1 Flu's Affect on Sick Leave Policies(+)
September 2009
Shannon McDonough appeared on Fox 9 News on September 23rd to discuss how the H1N1 flu virus is affecting sick leave policies. The full story can be seen here.
Shannon McDonough appeared on Fox 9 News on September 23rd to discuss how the H1N1 flu virus is affecting sick leave policies. The full story can be seen here.
Shannon McDonough and Connie Lahn Named Top 100 Women Super Lawyers 2009(+)
August 2009
FMJ is pleased to announce that Shannon McDonough and Connie Lahn have been named by their peers as two of the Top 100 Minnesota Women Super Lawyers for 2009. Shannon and Connie will be recognized in the October/November 2009 Minnesota Law & Politics magazine.
The list is comprised of the women lawyers who received the highest point totals in the 2009 Minnesota Super Lawyers nomination, research and blue ribbon review process.
FMJ is pleased to announce that Shannon McDonough and Connie Lahn have been named by their peers as two of the Top 100 Minnesota Women Super Lawyers for 2009. Shannon and Connie will be recognized in the October/November 2009 Minnesota Law & Politics magazine.
The list is comprised of the women lawyers who received the highest point totals in the 2009 Minnesota Super Lawyers nomination, research and blue ribbon review process.
Seven FMJ Attorneys Named 2009 Super Lawyers(+)
July 2009
Seven FMJ attorneys were recently selected Super Lawyers by Minnesota Law & Politics. This is an honor given to only 5% of the lawyers in Minnesota. FMJ's 2009 Super Lawyers are Robert R. Fafinski, Jr., Donald Chance Mark, Jr., Kevin J. Johnson, Shannon M. McDonough, Connie A. Lahn, Ernest (Pat) Shriver and Patrick J. Rooney.
Super Lawyers are selected in a three part process including nomination, research and a blue ribbon review process. To learn more about Super Lawyers or the selection process, go to www.superlawyers.com.
Seven FMJ attorneys were recently selected Super Lawyers by Minnesota Law & Politics. This is an honor given to only 5% of the lawyers in Minnesota. FMJ's 2009 Super Lawyers are Robert R. Fafinski, Jr., Donald Chance Mark, Jr., Kevin J. Johnson, Shannon M. McDonough, Connie A. Lahn, Ernest (Pat) Shriver and Patrick J. Rooney.
Super Lawyers are selected in a three part process including nomination, research and a blue ribbon review process. To learn more about Super Lawyers or the selection process, go to www.superlawyers.com.
David Runck Elected FMJ Shareholder(+)
July 2009
Fafinski Mark & Johnson, P.A. announces that attorney, David Runck, has been named shareholder at the firm. Runck has provided counsel for clients of FMJ within the bankruptcy and insolvency, commercial litigation and general litigation practice areas.
Runck represents financial institutions in a variety of distressed and defaulted commercial loan transactions, as well as in insolvency-related civil litigation matters in state and federal court. He also represents lenders as creditors in bankruptcy cases, foreclosures, receiverships, debt restructurings and loan workout negotiations.
Fafinski Mark & Johnson, P.A. announces that attorney, David Runck, has been named shareholder at the firm. Runck has provided counsel for clients of FMJ within the bankruptcy and insolvency, commercial litigation and general litigation practice areas.
Runck represents financial institutions in a variety of distressed and defaulted commercial loan transactions, as well as in insolvency-related civil litigation matters in state and federal court. He also represents lenders as creditors in bankruptcy cases, foreclosures, receiverships, debt restructurings and loan workout negotiations.
Fafinski Mark & Johnson Kicks Off It's 10 Acts of Kindness With Operation Backpack(+)
July 2009
As part of our 10th anniversary celebration, Fafinski Mark & Johnson will show its commitment to the community through "10 Acts of Kindness." FMJ will support 10 different charities throughout the course of the year.
FMJ's 10 Acts of Kindess kicked off in July with Volunteers of America - Minnesota's Operation Backpack. FMJ staff and attorneys are collecting backpacks and school supplies to donate to at risk and low income children. The firm is making a contribution as well. Check FMJ's progress throughout the year on the "10 Acts of Kindness" page under "Our Firm" on the website.
More information on Operation Backpack, including information on how you can participate, can be found here.
As part of our 10th anniversary celebration, Fafinski Mark & Johnson will show its commitment to the community through "10 Acts of Kindness." FMJ will support 10 different charities throughout the course of the year.
FMJ's 10 Acts of Kindess kicked off in July with Volunteers of America - Minnesota's Operation Backpack. FMJ staff and attorneys are collecting backpacks and school supplies to donate to at risk and low income children. The firm is making a contribution as well. Check FMJ's progress throughout the year on the "10 Acts of Kindness" page under "Our Firm" on the website.
More information on Operation Backpack, including information on how you can participate, can be found here.
Fafinski Mark & Johnson Attorneys Greg Brenny and Marissa Ulstad Assist PROP in Purchase of New Building(+)
May 2009
Greg Brenny and Marissa Ulstad were an integral part in the the purchase by PROP (People Reaching Out to Other People) of a new and larger facility. Greg and Marissa donated their time and expertise in commercial real estate to assist PROP on a pro bono basis.
PROP is a nonprofit emergency food shelf serving the Eden Prairie and Chanhassen communities. PROP has seen a marked increase in needs for services and the old building, at less than 3,000 feet, was not adequate to meet their needs to help the community. FMJ has also assisted PROP through annual food drives over the last several years. FMJ is committed to use its expertise in giving back to the community).
Greg Brenny and Marissa Ulstad were an integral part in the the purchase by PROP (People Reaching Out to Other People) of a new and larger facility. Greg and Marissa donated their time and expertise in commercial real estate to assist PROP on a pro bono basis.
PROP is a nonprofit emergency food shelf serving the Eden Prairie and Chanhassen communities. PROP has seen a marked increase in needs for services and the old building, at less than 3,000 feet, was not adequate to meet their needs to help the community. FMJ has also assisted PROP through annual food drives over the last several years. FMJ is committed to use its expertise in giving back to the community).
FMJ Assists Basketball Coach Jimmy Williams in Gaining Reinstatement of His Lawsuit Against the University of Minnesota and Athletic Director Joel Maturi (+)
April 2009
FMJ assisted basketball coach Jimmy Williams in gaining reinstatement of part of his lawsuit against the University of Minnesota and Joel Maturi, the University's athletic director. On March 31, 2008, the Minnesota Court of Appeals reversed the Hennepin County District Court's dismissal of Williams' claim for negligent misrepresentation, and remanded the case to the district court for further proceedings. Williams' claim arises from conversations he had with Minnesota men's basketball coach Tubby Smith in April 2006.
FMJ serves as Williams' co-counsel, along with attorney Richard Hunegs of Hunegs Stone LeNaeve Kvas & Thurnton, P.A. As co-counsel, FMJ drafted Williams' appellate brief and argued his appeal before the Court of Appeals. The Court of Appeals' opinion is Williams v. Board of Regents of University of Minnesota, 763 N.W.2d 646, 2008 WL 5772256 (Minn. Ct. App. March 31, 2009).
FMJ assisted basketball coach Jimmy Williams in gaining reinstatement of part of his lawsuit against the University of Minnesota and Joel Maturi, the University's athletic director. On March 31, 2008, the Minnesota Court of Appeals reversed the Hennepin County District Court's dismissal of Williams' claim for negligent misrepresentation, and remanded the case to the district court for further proceedings. Williams' claim arises from conversations he had with Minnesota men's basketball coach Tubby Smith in April 2006.
FMJ serves as Williams' co-counsel, along with attorney Richard Hunegs of Hunegs Stone LeNaeve Kvas & Thurnton, P.A. As co-counsel, FMJ drafted Williams' appellate brief and argued his appeal before the Court of Appeals. The Court of Appeals' opinion is Williams v. Board of Regents of University of Minnesota, 763 N.W.2d 646, 2008 WL 5772256 (Minn. Ct. App. March 31, 2009).
David Runck Selected for Newly Formed Bankruptcy Practice Committee (+)
February 2009
Attorney David Runck has been selected to be a member of the newly formed Bankruptcy Practice Committee. This committee is selected to address issues faced by the bankruptcy bar and is responsible for rewriting local rules and reporting back to the bankruptcy judges.
Attorney David Runck has been selected to be a member of the newly formed Bankruptcy Practice Committee. This committee is selected to address issues faced by the bankruptcy bar and is responsible for rewriting local rules and reporting back to the bankruptcy judges.
Robert Fafinski, Jr. Listed as One of the Top Business/Corporate Attorneys by Super Lawyers (+)
December 2008
In the most recent edition of Super Lawyers Corporate Counsel Edition magazine, Robert Fafinski, Jr. was named one of the top Business/Corporate Lawyers by Super Lawyers. Bob is one of only 25 attorneys to receive this distinction in the State of Minnesota.
Super Lawyers are selected in a three part process including nomination, research and a blue ribbon review process. To learn more about Super Lawyers or the selection process, go to www.superlawyers.com.
In the most recent edition of Super Lawyers Corporate Counsel Edition magazine, Robert Fafinski, Jr. was named one of the top Business/Corporate Lawyers by Super Lawyers. Bob is one of only 25 attorneys to receive this distinction in the State of Minnesota.
Super Lawyers are selected in a three part process including nomination, research and a blue ribbon review process. To learn more about Super Lawyers or the selection process, go to www.superlawyers.com.
Rising Stars Repeat! Four FMJ Attorneys Named Rising Stars 2009 (+)
December 2008
For another year, four FMJ attorneys were selected Rising Stars by Minnesota Law & Politics - an honor given to only 2.5% of the lawyers in Minnesota. FMJ's 2009 Rising Stars include Edward E. Beckmann, Lara O. Glaesman, Alyson M. Palmer and Christopher A. Ugarte. Ed, Lara, Aly and Chris were also named Rising Stars for 2008.
Minnesota Law & Politics annually sends out ballots to attorneys across Minnesota asking them to vote for the best up-and-coming attorneys they have "personally observed in action." To be eligible to be a Rising Star, an attorney must be 40 years old or younger or have practiced law for ten years or less. More information on the selection process can be found by clicking here.
For another year, four FMJ attorneys were selected Rising Stars by Minnesota Law & Politics - an honor given to only 2.5% of the lawyers in Minnesota. FMJ's 2009 Rising Stars include Edward E. Beckmann, Lara O. Glaesman, Alyson M. Palmer and Christopher A. Ugarte. Ed, Lara, Aly and Chris were also named Rising Stars for 2008.
Minnesota Law & Politics annually sends out ballots to attorneys across Minnesota asking them to vote for the best up-and-coming attorneys they have "personally observed in action." To be eligible to be a Rising Star, an attorney must be 40 years old or younger or have practiced law for ten years or less. More information on the selection process can be found by clicking here.
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