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January 2026

As we begin the new year, we’re proud to share the latest updates from Lommen Abdo. This winter edition of our quarterly newsletter highlights recent recognitions, including Best Law Firms honors, Jamie Johnson’s selection to Wisconsin Super Lawyers, and Michelle Kuhl’s appointment to the Minnesota Supreme Court Advisory Committee on Appellate Rules.

We’re also celebrating the retirement of longtime colleagues Keith Broady and Janice Hanson, whose decades of service helped shape the firm’s culture and growth.

You’ll find new blog content across a range of topics—from family law and appellate litigation to construction disputes, vaccine injury, and estate planning. We’re also excited to announce the launch of our new Cannabis Law practice page, along with several timely blogs on this evolving area of law.

Plus, we’re recapping a successful Toys for Tots fundraiser and featuring a new video from family law attorney Joshua Feneis on grandparent visitation rights.

As always, thank you for your continued support. We look forward to what’s ahead in 2026.

The Lommen Abdo Team

Lommen Abdo Named to 2026 Best Law Firms by Best Lawyers®

Lommen Abdo was once again named to the Best Law Firms list by Best Lawyers® for 2026. The firm earned recognition in multiple practice areas for its continued commitment to client service, legal excellence, and collaborative counsel. Read more.

Jamie Johnson Named to 2025 Wisconsin Super Lawyers

Congratulations to Jamie Johnson on his recognition for litigation in Wisconsin Super Lawyers. Read more.

Michelle Kuhl Appointed to Minnesota Supreme Court Advisory Committee

Michelle was appointed to the Minnesota Supreme Court Advisory Committee on the Rules of Civil Appellate Procedure. Her three-year term began October 1, 2025. Read more.

Celebrating the Retirement of Keith Broady and Janice Hanson

After more than four decades with the firm, Keith Broady and Janice Hanson recently retired, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy at Lommen Abdo. Keith’s steady leadership and Janice’s behind-the-scenes support helped shape the firm’s growth, culture, and client service. Both exemplified professionalism, loyalty, and teamwork in all they did.

Read more about their remarkable contributions in our retirement tribute blog.

Please join us in congratulating Keith and Janice and wishing them all the best in retirement!

Holiday Fundraiser for Toys for Tots

Thanks to the generosity of our team, Lommen Abdo more than doubled our donations from last year’s Toys for Tots fundraiser. We’re grateful to everyone who participated and helped spread cheer to local families. Read more.

Welcome to Our New Team Members

We’re pleased to welcome the following new staff to Lommen Abdo:

• Weston Boser, IT Support Specialist
• Indonesia Christian, Paralegal – Family Law

New Cannabis Law Webpage Now Live

In response to evolving regulations at the state and federal level, Lommen Abdo has launched a dedicated Cannabis Law practice page. Our attorneys advise clients on licensing, compliance, tribal-state agreements, and related litigation.

Explore the Cannabis Law practice page.

Recent Cannabis Law Blogs:

• Tribal-State Cannabis Agreements in Minnesota: Red Lake Nation’s Bold New Move – Christopher Luehr
• THC at a Crossroads: Marijuana Rescheduling and the Federal Push to Rein in Hemp – Christopher Luehr
• Federal Lawmakers Close Hemp Loophole: Key Changes Explained – Christopher Luehr & Kathleen Loucks
• What Minnesota’s Cannabis Statute Means for Local Retailers – Kathleen Loucks

Michelle Kuhl: Appellate Law

Michelle recaps key appellate decisions from 2025 in family law, leasing disputes, and insurance, including several successful outcomes across Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North Dakota. Read the 2025 Appellate Year in Review.

Kathleen Loucks: Vaccine Law

Kathleen shares important information about vaccine injury claims during flu season, with a focus on risk awareness and compensation programs.

Read It’s Flu Shot Season – Know the Risks of Vaccine Injuries

Andrew Hunstad: Family Law

Andrew continues to offer approachable legal insights for clients navigating divorce, parenting time, and post-decree challenges. His most recent blogs explore common divorce mistakes, relocation issues, and child custody modifications.

• How Minnesota Courts Decide Child Custody: The 12 “Best Interests” Factors Explained
• 5 Costly Mistakes People Make in Minnesota Divorces (and How to Avoid Them)
• When Income Changes After Divorce: Modifying Child Support in Minnesota
• Parental Alienation: Myth vs. What Minnesota Courts Really Say
• The QDRO and Divorce in Minnesota: What Happens to Retirement Accounts?
• Co-Parenting After Divorce: Tips for Making School, Activities, and Decisions Less Contentious
• When One Parent Wants to Move: Relocation & Custody in Minnesota
• Cannabis Use and Parenting Time in Minnesota: What Parents Need to Know About Marijuana, Decision-Making, and Child Safety
• What Is the Difference Between Contested and Uncontested Divorce?
• How Long Does a Contested Divorce Take in Minnesota?
• When Does an Uncontested Divorce Become Contested?
• Can Spousal Maintenance Be Modified in Minnesota?

Jeanne Morris: Estate Planning

Jeanne explores how insurance intersects with estate planning, particularly for clients transferring homes to trusts or navigating property transitions after death.

• Transferring Your Home to a Trust? Don’t Forget This Critical Insurance Step
• The Role of Liability Insurance in Estate Planning
• What Happens to Homeowners Insurance After the Owner’s Death?

Joseph Wetch: Construction Law

Joseph's recent blogs offer helpful guidance on lien rights, construction contracts, and the risks and rewards of litigation in the construction industry.

• Mechanics Liens in Minnesota: How Contractors and Subcontractors Protect Their Right to Payment
• Wisconsin Construction Liens: Six Months to Secure Your Right to Payment
• The Pros and Cons of Construction Litigation: What Owners, Contractors, and Design Professionals Should Know
• A Contractor’s Guide to AIA Contracts: What You Need to Know
• AIA Contracts: A Strategic Guide for Project Owners

Video Feature: Grandparent Visitation Rights in Minnesota

Family law attorney Joshua Feneis explains the key circumstances under which Minnesota law allows grandparents to seek visitation, and what they must prove in court. He also highlights why preserving grandparent–grandchild relationships matters for a child’s well-being.

Watch the video or view his bio.

Nathan Heffernan Presents Ethics Refresher for New Lawyers

On December 4, Nathan Heffernan presented "Not Just the MPRE: A Refresher on Ethics and Common Pitfalls for New Lawyers" to members of the Ramsey County Bar Association New Lawyers Section and the MSBA Professionalism and Ethics Section.

Christopher Luehr Presents for Financial Planning Association of Minnesota

On January 20, Christopher Luehr presented “Owner, Founder, Legacy: Estate Planning Moves That Protect the Business and the Family” to members of the FPA of Minnesota.

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