Finance + Legal Services

Best & Flanagan Attorneys Recognized as 2026 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

Best & Flanagan is pleased to announce that eighteen of our attorneys have been named to the Minnesota Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists in 2026. This annual recognition highlights exceptional legal professionals across the state, underscoring their expertise and commitment to excellence.This year, the following attorneys have been distinguished as Super Lawyers:William R. Asp – Estate Planning & ProbateKarolina M. Brekken-Hoerl – Family LawAmy S. Conners – Business...

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Legal 500 US City Elite Rankings Recognize Best & Flanagan Attorneys

Best & Flanagan is pleased to announce the rankings of eight attorneys in the 2026 US City Elite Guide from Legal 500.Based on independent research and feedback from clients and peers, Legal 500 rankings identify and recognize outstanding lawyers at leading regional law firms. The following attorneys have been recognized for their high-quality practice:Charlie Berquist (Corporate and M&A)Amy Conners (White-Collar Crime)Libby Davydov (Corporate and M&A)Ross Formell (Banking &amp...

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Rooted in Relationships: A Century of Showing Up with Purpose

Marking 100 years of service, this special centennial series goes beyond typical case updates to share interviews and insights from the Best & Flanagan team—highlighting the people, stories, and values behind the work.For 100 years, we’ve grown alongside our clients by standing with their families, businesses, and communities. To us, “rooted in relationships” is the quiet, consistent work of showing up, listening closely, and earning the right to be there for the next chapter.Over time, we...

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In Our Own Words: Best & Flanagan at 100

Marking 100 years of service, this special centennial series goes beyond typical case updates to share interviews and insights from the Best & Flanagan team—highlighting the people, stories, and values behind the work.As we mark a century of practicing law, we turned inward and asked our team a simple set of questions: What makes 100 years meaningful? How does that kind of longevity shape the way you work, show up for clients, and support one another?The responses reflected on resilience...

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Best Lawyers® Recognizes Twenty-One Best & Flanagan Attorneys

Best & Flanagan is pleased to announce that twenty-one attorneys have been selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® and the 7th edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America.Recognition by Best Lawyers is based entirely on peer review and signifies excellence in practice. Their methodology is designed to capture the consensus opinion of leading lawyers about the professional abilities of their colleagues within the same...

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Best & Flanagan Ranked in 2026 Chambers High Net Worth Guide

Best & Flanagan is proud to share the recognition of Mary Shearen, Jennifer Lammers, and our Private Wealth Planning practice group in the 2026 edition of Chambers and Partners’ High Net Worth Guide.Mary Shearen is ranked as a Band 2 attorney in Minnesota for her Private Wealth Planning practice. She serves a diverse range of clients, including high net worth individuals and trustees covering estate planning, trusts, and wealth transfer matters.Jennifer Lammers, noted for her work in estate...

Home Services

Flooring and So Much More

Products that incorporate style and function Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Lucy Hawthrone After working as a flooring installer for 25 years, Dan Lerach had the chance to buy a long-standing, successful business in his hometown of Fridley. “I took over Big Bob's in 2025 and changed the name,” he says. “Moore Flooring is a play on words because we're on East Moore Lake Drive on Moore Lake.    Dan had worked for Big Bob’s, which had been in business since 2001, in the past and always...

Arts + Culture

Wiping the Canvas Clean

An Iconic Minneapolis Penthouse Begins Its Next Masterpiece Article by Sarah Knieff | Photography by Spacecrafting Perched atop the distinctive 301 Kenwood Parkway building, directly across from the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden and neighboring the Walker Art Center, one of Minneapolis' most remarkable residences is entering an entirely new chapter. After serving for more than two decades as a deeply personal home and gallery for passionate art collectors, the sixth-floor penthouse has been...

Shopping

Where Every Piece Tells a Story

New Gild Jewelers transforms meaningful moments into timeless custom designs crafted with intention, artistry, and heart Article by Sarah Knieff | Photography by Lucy Hawthrone For Jenifer Bellefleur Vogelmeier, jewelry has never been simply about gold, diamonds or gemstones. It is about the stories people carry with them—the memories they want to preserve, the milestones they want to celebrate and the loved ones they never want to forget. That belief is the foundation of New Gild Jewelers...

Style + Beauty

The Season of Sophisticated Style

Fall 2026 blends luxurious fabrics, elevated basics and modern silhouettes into a wardrobe designed to last well beyond the season. Article by Sarah Knieff As crisp air returns and leaves begin their annual transformation, wardrobes are changing, too. Fall 2026 proves that fashion does not have to shout to make a statement. Instead, the season is defined by thoughtful details, quality craftsmanship and versatile pieces that feel as good as they look. It is a season built around investment...