Kristina's Bio

Kristina Keppeler is an Associate in the General Corporate & Business, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Aviation practice groups at FMJ.

Kristina focuses on all areas of business law, including general corporate advising, the formation of business entities, contract drafting, mergers and acquisitions, and business and commercial aviation transactions. She invests time to provide excellent client service, and she communicates openly and proactively to meet the needs of her clients efficiently. Kristina knows how to identify the information needed to help move a project forward, and she is adept at helping transactions reach the finish line.

Prior to joining FMJ, Kristina was a mediator for the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office and a judicial clerk for the Mortgage Foreclosure Division of the Circuit Court of Cook County in Chicago. These past experiences helped Kristina learn how the courts analyze contracts and business transactions, and taught her how to zealously advocate for, serve, and advise her clients.

University of Minnesota (BA)
University of St. Thomas School of Law (JD)

Minnesota
Illinois

  • Kristina has worked on M&A and other transactions involving companies in a variety of spaces, including but not limited to, software development, engineering consulting, technology consulting, plastics manufacturing, industrial tool supply and distribution, beauty and wellness, and aviation.
  • Kristina has been part of a number corporate and commercial aviation transactions involving various types of parts, components, and a aircraft, including but not limited to, Dassault Falcon, Cirrus, Pilatus, Compagnie Daher,  Beechcraft King Air, and Honda Jet.

“I believe effective legal counsel is a true partnership with the client. It is built on a foundation of mutual trust and a deep understanding of the client’s unique goals. In my role as an attorney, I believe it is my job to demystify legal complexities and empower clients to make confident, informed decisions.”

Kristina spent thirteen years living in Europe and loves to return any chance she gets. She not only has command of the English language, but three other languages as well – Romanian, German, and Spanish. When she isn’t too busy practicing law, Kristina enjoys hiking in state parks, going on family bike rides, and discovering new restaurants near her home in South Minneapolis with her husband Mike and her daughter Sophie.

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March 2026

Want to Buy or Sell an Aviation Business? Here is What You Need to Know.

Aviation M&A involves more than standard deals, including FAA regulations, deal structure, and industry-specific risks. Read more

October 2025

FMJ Joins the National Aircraft Finance Association

NAFA sets the standard for aviation finance. Read more

October 2025

2025 FMJ Women Uncorked: An Evening of Women, Wine, and Wisdom

The firm hosted another great event celebrating women in business. Read more

June 2025

FMJ Selected for Multiple 2025 Chambers and Partners Rankings!

FMJ is ranked on the USA-Minnesota Corporate/M&A list and the USA-Nationwide Aviation Transactions list! Read more

March 2025

Corporate Closings!

Spring 2025 Read more

August 2024

Minnesota’s New Ban on PFAS Compounds and the Impact on Products Sold and Distributed in Minnesota

Learn more about these "forever chemicals" and the legislative structure aimed at reducing and removing PFAS. Read more

June 2024

What Business Aircraft Owners Need to Know About the Corporate Transparency Act

The CTA can impact individuals and organizations that utilize business entities to own aircraft. Read more

June 2024

Chambers and Partners Selects FMJ for 2024 Ranking in Aviation Transactions!

Congratulations to the Aviation Practice Group! Read more

June 2024

Chambers and Partners Selects FMJ for Multiple 2024 Rankings!

FMJ is excited to announce its 2024 Chambers rankings for Corporate/M&A and Aviation! Read more

April 2024

Corporate Closings – Spring 2024

2024 First Quarter Transactions. Read more

November 2023

Q3 Transactions – Corporate and M&A

2023 Third Quarter Closings! Read more

October 2023

FMJ Hosts Another Successful FMJ Uncorked Event!

The women of FMJ hosted a very successful FMJ Uncorked event earlier this month. More than 140 women registered for an evening of connection,... Read more

August 2023

Can Emojis Form a Legally Binding Contract?

Is a Thumbs Up Emoji enough to accept an offer? Maybe... Read more

August 2023

Q2 Transactions – Corporate and M&A

FMJ recently closed a very busy second quarter for 2023! Here are a sample of our transactions from Q2. Read more