Larkin Hoffman

At our quarterly firm breakfast, we honored Terry Salazar with the Craig Kettleson Service Award for outstanding service, teamwork and dedication. This award recognizes an employee who goes above and beyond to support colleagues and clients while upholding the Firm’s values. Congratulations, Terry, on this well-deserved recognition!

Bridgette Nunez and Ania Gonzalez represented Larkin Hoffman at the Minnesota Hispanic Bar Association Gala, celebrating the incredible impact of the Hispanic legal community. We are proud to support MHBA’s mission to uplift Latino legal professionals. Thank you for an inspiring evening!

We are entering a new chapter of growth and opportunity. Our new COO, Karen Van Buren, will play a key role in driving our firm forward. Read more in the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal (MSPBJ) Journal. Link in the comments.

Engaging with the local business community strengthens our shared success. Our president, Joe Fittante, had the opportunity to connect with other business leaders at the City of Bloomington, MN’s CEO Summit, discussing strategies to foster business growth and economic success.

Stories are a great way to build personal connections. With prompts like "Close Encounters of a Strange Kind” and "My Crazy Pet or Wild Animal," our team shared their craziest stories to build connections. Congratulations to our winners: Matthew Resch, Michele Scherer, Greg Otsuka, Kathy Keenan and Drew Johnson, MBA, SHRM-CP. Thank you to everyone who shared, listened and made this event a success!

The Federal Circuit’s en banc review of EcoFactor v. Google could have major implications for the admissibility of expert testimony in patent damages cases. Christopher Young breaks down the key issues and what they mean for future patent litigation. Read more linked in the comments.

We had a great time at Housing First Minnesota’s Housing Day at the Capitol! Jacob Steen, Megan Rogers, Bryan Huntington and Matthew Bergeron met with clients and state lawmakers to talk about key housing issues, from affordability to development challenges. We're proud to support efforts that make homeownership more accessible for everyone. Read more linked in the comments. #HousingDayMN #MNLeg #HomeownershipMN

Todd Fronek has been recognized as a 2025 Stand-out Lawyer by Thomson Reuters! Todd is known for his exceptional efficiency and ability to provide clear, strategic advice to clients across a wide range of industries. As a patent attorney, he helps businesses navigate the complexities of intellectual property law. Click the link in the comments to learn more.

Join us in welcoming Karen Van Buren as our new Chief Operating Officer! Her extensive background and insights into the legal industry will play a key role in shaping our firm’s future. Learn more about Karen’s story at the link in the comments.

Our Bed Sled Team raced down Buck Hill in the 2025 Bedrace for Bridging MN. The event helped support Bridging, a Bloomington-based nonprofit dedicated to furnishing homes for those in need. A huge thank you to our team for braving the slopes for a great cause!