“We’re excited to share that we’ve recently welcomed some fantastic new teammates to Best & Flanagan,” said Dan Grimsrud, the firm’s Board Chair. Kathryn Bredemus joined our thriving Private Wealth Planning practice, Chase Barta and Benjmain Noeldner rejoined us after successful stints as summer associates, and Emily Knowlan joined our dynamic Family Law team.

Chase Barta joins the firm’s Real Estate practice group. In her practice, Chase helps navigate complex deals and deliver clear, efficient solutions tailored to each client’s goals. She brings a practical, detail-oriented approach to every stage of a transaction. She is a graduate of Mitchell Hamline School of Law.

Katy Bredemus joins the firm’s Private Wealth Practice group focusing on estate planning, probate and trust administration. With fifteen years of experience in a corporate fiduciary setting to draw from, Katy provides customized solutions to help clients meet their wealth and estate planning goals. She is a graduate of Hamline University School of Law.

Emily Knowlan joins the firm’s Family Law practice group where she is dedicated to understanding clients’ goals and needs, and working alongside clients towards resolving their matter. Prior to joining Best & Flanagan, Emily clerked for Referee Rebecca A. Chaffee in Hennepin County Family Court Division. She is a graduate of the University of St. Thomas School of Law.

Ben Noeldner joins the firm’s Construction Law practice group. Prior to joining Best & Flanagan, Ben clerked for Judge Sarah I. Wheelock at the Minnesota Court of Appeals. He is a graduate of Mitchell Hamline University School of Law, where he served as the managing editor for the Mitchell Hamline Law Review.

“As our 100th anniversary approaches, we’re incredibly proud of the rich history of our firm, and also keenly aware that the story of the next decade is being written right now—by all of us, together. Our people have always been our greatest strength. The energy, ideas, and perspectives that new team members bring are vital to keeping us moving forward. It’s this combination of deep experience and fresh thinking that makes this a truly special place to practice law.  

“We’re excited about these new teammates and the road ahead!”