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You were referred to us, or you found us on your own — and now you're doing what any careful person does before trusting someone with something this important. That's exactly the right instinct.
What Our Clients Are Saying
Katie VanOuwerkerk — ★★★★★ — Jul 28, 2025
We had an outstanding experience working with attorney Zach Zellner. Thanks to his hard work and expertise, our cases were resolved more favorably than we could have hoped. This was our first time working with/needing to use an attorney and I'm so grateful for his guidance and support throughout the process. He always made sure we felt informed and confident in the decisions we were making. Thank you, Zach for everything!! I highly recommend Zach to anyone in need of legal representation!
Krissy McCorkel — ★★★★★ — 31 weeks ago
I hired Pattee, Tewksbury & Kerfeld for a motor vehicle accident from 2023, and my case just settled in mediation. Raven Benson was my attorney, and she honestly did an amazing job. She was extremely thorough throughout the entire process, communicated everything clearly with me, and was willing to fight it out until the very end. In the end, it worked out in my favor. Raven is very sweet, personable, and incredibly knowledgeable. I would 100% hire this firm again and would absolutely recommend them to anyone.
Brian Brophy — ★★★★★ — 32 weeks ago
I was referred to Zach shortly after I was hit by a car on my bike, and am so glad I was! From the beginning Zach was able to set the expectation of what would or even could be in store for us through the process. He never pushed me into any decision I wasn't comfortable with, simply gave me the information and all the various options and his opinion, and let me come to the final decision, and I really appreciated that! In the end Zach was able to resolve the case very favorably and with little effort on my part. I'm so grateful for everything Zach and and his team did for me. I am so confident in Zach's abilities I have referred him to a close friend of mine who has been injured and needed help. I can not recommend Zach highly enough you will certainly be in great hands by using his skill and expertise.
Deea Elliott — ★★★★★ — 47 weeks ago
Love this law firm very nice people. Peter Lind is the best!
Edit: Second case won by Peter Lind I am very thankful for him. He is a very hard worker, compassionate, and he's Passionateabout his work.
How We Work with Clients During a Case
A review can tell you we're responsive. What it can't always show is why that matters when your case is moving through litigation and you haven't heard anything in two weeks.
Our attorneys communicate directly with clients throughout the life of a case. You'll know where things stand, what's coming next, and why decisions are being made. When our clients name their attorney in a review — and they do, consistently — it's because that attorney was present and accountable from the first call to the final resolution.
That level of attention is a deliberate choice, not a byproduct of having a small caseload. It reflects how we've practiced for 32 years.
Reviews by Case Type
Not every injury looks the same. Neither do the legal challenges that follow. We've organized client feedback by case type so you can find a situation that reflects your own.
Auto and Truck Accidents
Dog Bites and Premises Injuries
Construction and Catastrophic Injuries
Wrongful Death and Complex Cases
Defense and Referral Clients
Referred to Us? Here's What Past Clients Say About That First Call
Referrals account for a meaningful share of the cases we take on. Attorneys, former clients, and professional contacts send people to us because they trust what happens next. What you'll find in these reviews is that the experience they described matches what you'll find when you call.
Our clients name the attorneys who helped them. That's not a coincidence — it's the result of a practice built on individual attention rather than volume.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Working with Our Firm
How do I know these reviews are from real clients?
All reviews displayed on this page are sourced directly from our verified Google Business Profile. Google requires a signed-in account to submit a review, which provides a baseline of verification that anonymous review platforms do not. We don't curate or filter which reviews appear — the full record is visible on Google.
The firm was referred to me, but my situation is different from most injury cases. Will I find anyone here who's been through something similar?
Probably. We've handled personal injury matters across four states for 32 years — auto accidents, catastrophic injuries, dog bites, construction accidents, wrongful death, and complex defense referrals. The range of case types reflected in our reviews is broad by design, not by accident.
What can I expect in terms of communication if I hire the firm?
You'll have direct access to the attorney handling your case. Our clients consistently describe knowing where their case stands and feeling informed throughout the process — that feedback reflects a deliberate commitment to keeping clients in the loop rather than routing them through support staff for every question.
Does the firm handle cases outside of Minneapolis?
Yes. Our eight attorneys are licensed in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, and North Dakota. We handle cases statewide in Minnesota and across our licensed secondary markets. If you're outside the Twin Cities metro, that doesn't affect our ability to represent you.
Ready to Talk with Someone Who Will Remember Your Name?
Thirty-two years. Eight attorneys. Four states. The reviews on this page reflect what we've built — and what you can expect when you call.