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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Mankato & New Ulm, MN
At Blethen Berens, we are honored to serve as the region's leading full-service law firm, dedicated to delivering legal excellence with a personal commitment to every client. Our team of experienced attorneys collaborates to provide clarity, expertise, and results across a wide range of practice areas, including agriculture law, business law, estate planning, family law, and real estate. With decades of combined experience, we prioritize understanding our clients' unique needs, offering tailored solutions that reflect both legal acumen and a deep understanding of the communities we serve. Our firm is built on values of integrity, collaboration, and community support, ensuring that we not only advocate for our clients but also contribute to the broader societal good. We pride ourselves on long-term relationships with clients, providing ongoing legal counsel that evolves with their personal and professional lives.From navigating complex agricultural contracts to crafting comprehensive estate plans, our attorneys are equipped to handle both routine and intricate legal challenges. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism while fostering a client-centric environment where trust and transparency are paramount. Our dedication to continuous learning and adaptation ensures that we remain at the forefront of legal developments affecting our clients. Whether representing businesses, individuals, or nonprofit organizations, Blethen Berens strives to empower clients with the confidence and clarity needed to move forward. Our legacy of service, combined with a forward-thinking approach, positions us as a trusted partner in achieving legal success.
Services
Agriculture Law
Business Litigation
Estate Planning
Family Law
Real Estate Law
Employment Law
Probate Services
Landlord Representation
Construction Litigation
Mediation Services
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 combined years of experience in regional legal practice areas.
- Our collaborative approach ensures tailored solutions for complex legal challenges.
- We prioritize community values and long-term client relationships in all services.
- Our attorneys maintain deep expertise in niche areas like agricultural law and estate planning.
- We provide transparent communication and practical guidance for every client interaction.
Services
Agriculture Law
Our agriculture law practice addresses farm succession planning, contract negotiations, and regulatory compliance. We assist clients with purchase agreements, drainage tile arrangements, and tax planning while navigating Minnesota's specific agricultural statutes. Our team helps preserve family farms through entity structuring and estate documentation, ensuring continuity across generations. We also represent agricultural cooperatives in governance matters and dispute resolution.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans including wills, trusts, and probate strategies tailored to individual needs. Our attorneys specialize in farm succession planning, utilizing innovative tools like family limited partnerships to protect assets. We guide clients through incapacity planning with powers of attorney and healthcare directives while minimizing tax implications through strategic documentation.
Family Law
Our family law practice handles divorces, child custody arrangements, and prenuptial agreements with sensitivity to emotional complexities. We employ collaborative law approaches when appropriate and have extensive experience in high-asset divorces and farm-related family disputes. Our attorneys advocate for clients in child support determinations and post-divorce modifications while prioritizing children's best interests.
Business Litigation
We represent businesses in contract disputes, shareholder conflicts, and commercial litigation across state and federal courts. Our practice includes non-compete agreement enforcement, creditor rights representation, and partnership dissolution matters. We focus on cost-effective resolutions while maintaining aggressive advocacy in trial settings when necessary.
Real Estate Law
Our real estate services cover purchase agreements, title examinations, and 1031 exchange structuring for residential and commercial properties. We handle boundary disputes, zoning issues, and mechanics lien enforcement while assisting with Torrens system registrations. The firm also represents clients in landlord-tenant matters and commercial lease negotiations.
People
Jeremy M. Berg
Attorney
Jeremy Berg specializes in agricultural law, business litigation, and real estate. He serves as Brown County Examiner of Titles, combining legal expertise with practical understanding of regional land issues. His practice focuses on protecting farm assets and resolving complex business disputes.
Julia Ketcham Corbett
Attorney
Julia Corbett handles employment law, family law, and alternative dispute resolution. As a Qualified Rule 114 Family Law Neutral, she facilitates mediations while advocating for clients in custody and contract disputes. Her practice emphasizes workplace policy development and conflict resolution.
Christopher M. Roe
Attorney
Christopher Roe practices agricultural law, estate planning, and government relations. He represents clients in complex litigation matters while advising nonprofits on governance issues. His experience includes navigating regulatory frameworks for agricultural cooperatives and land use disputes.
Lisa Jasperson
Director of Office Administration
Lisa Jasperson manages firm operations while contributing to employment law resources. She coordinates client seminars and community outreach initiatives, ensuring efficient delivery of legal services across both office locations.
Jacqueline Tousley-Adelman
Attorney
Jacqueline Tousley-Adelman focuses on real estate law and community engagement. She serves on the New Ulm Chamber Board while assisting clients with property transactions and land development issues, combining legal expertise with local market knowledge.
Questions
What areas of law does Blethen Berens specialize in?
We specialize in agriculture law, business litigation, estate planning, family law, real estate, and employment law, serving both individuals and businesses across southern Minnesota.
Do you offer consultations for estate planning?
Yes, we provide comprehensive estate planning consultations covering wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and farm succession strategies tailored to your specific needs.
How does your firm handle agricultural legal matters?
Our attorneys handle farm contracts, drainage agreements, succession planning, and regulatory compliance, leveraging deep understanding of Minnesota's agricultural laws and rural communities.
Are you available for commercial real estate transactions?
Yes, we assist with purchase agreements, title examinations, 1031 exchanges, and dispute resolution for commercial properties throughout Minnesota.
What approach do you take for family law cases?
We use collaborative law methods when possible, focusing on children's best interests while aggressively representing clients in divorce, custody, and support matters.
How can I schedule a legal consultation?
Contact our Mankato or New Ulm office to schedule an appointment with an attorney who specializes in your required practice area.
