Our firm handles a wide range of litigation for our clients. Our attorneys’ knowledge and experience fully equip them to wage battle in all circumstances and forums, including state and federal court trials, jury trials, arbitrations, mediations, and state and federal court of appeals. With a creative perspective and cost efficiency in mind, we operate the strategies and direction to obtain the best possible remedy. While our trial attorneys shine in traditional court case litigation, we also search for the solution that best suits the client, whether that means marching into highly contentious litigation or offering guidance through mediation, arbitration, or other alternative dispute resolution options to resolve a dispute. In the appropriate circumstance, we also help our transactional clients avoid litigation altogether.

When construction defects are alleged, all parties involved face considerable losses. Because the stakes are often high, it is imperative to seek the assistance of a team of experienced, knowledgeable construction defect attorneys. At the Edina office of Wilkerson, Hegna, Kavanaugh & Johnston, PLLP, we provide extensive legal services in disputes arising in the areas of building construction defect claims. Our attorneys have represented hundreds of clients involved in design and construction defect claims, which allows our attorneys to provide the knowledge and practical experience to your case. The firm’s construction defect litigation attorneys have represented an array of clients in this area, including residential homeowners, contractors, subcontractors, homeowner’s associations and commercial landowners. We assist these clients in claims related to a bountiful number of construction defect cases, including water intrusion, roofing issues, mold issues, flooring issues, grading and drainage, windows leaking, foundation problems, and exterior fixture problems (decks, fencing and other problems). Diligent pursuit of remedy for a construction defect issue starts as early as the first sign of construction-related issues. In order to protect your remedies, you may ensure that your claim is handled correctly from the beginning by contacting the experienced construction defect attorneys of Wilkerson, Hegna, Kavanaugh & Johnston, PLLP.

Every person or contractor who provides material or labor to the improvement of property is entitled to place a mechanics’ lien on that property, allowing the contractor or building to take possession of the property if the property owner fails to pay for the work completed. With over 25 years of experience representing clients in the construction industry, the attorneys at Wilkerson, Hegna, Kavanaugh & Johnston, PLLP are prepared to advise their clients on the technical requirements that need to be followed to effectively secure a lien on property for work completed, as well as steps that need to be taken before the work is initiated. Our attorneys also assist clients through the process of creating and enforcing a lien, including providing proper notice to the property owner, filing the lien with the county recorder, bringing a civil action against the property owner, filing a Lis Pendens with the county recorder and negotiating and litigating your claims inside and outside of the courtroom. In the alternative, the attorneys at Wilkerson, Hegna, Kavanaugh & Johnston, PLLP have defended property owner’s interests while working to have a lien removed from property. Our experience in mechanics’ lien law gives us an in-depth understanding of the mechanics’ lien process and of technical defaults we can use to a property owner’s advantage.

Our attorneys represent numerous commercial entities in collections matters, including business-to-business debt collection, recovery of collateral, Fair Debt Collection Practice Act compliance and defense, Fair Credit Reporting Act compliance and defense, representation of creditors and other interested parties in bankruptcy matters, debt workouts and creditor litigation. We go after our client’s debts with attention to each transaction, while keeping in mind the importance of preserving the relationship between the lender and creditor. We make the utmost effort to provide our clients with regular updates on matters handled by our attorneys and have our clients questions answered quickly and accurately by knowledgeable professionals.

Receiving sound advice when facing a business dispute is critical. Wilkerson, Hegna, Kavanaugh & Johnston, PLLP can help you find a cost-effective resolution to your business law matter. Our attorneys understand that protecting your bottom line is critical to your business’ success. Our attorneys are experienced in handling contract related disputes, shareholder disputes, and disputes arising from the sale of a business. In addition, our attorney have years of experience representing businesses facing government agencies, whether the IRS, state, local or municipal governments. Our focus is to help our clients reach a prompt and favorable resolution of their business dispute.

Our litigation attorneys have developed extensive knowledge in the various aspects of claim disputes with insurance companies. We also have a wealth of experience in representing insurance companies in subrogation and coverage disputes to coverage disputes between insured parties and insurance companies. Our attorneys have developed an extensive practice in representing residential and commercial property owners in claim disputes with their insurance companies. Our unique familiarity with insurance issues comes from years of experience in construction litigation, real estate and personal injury litigation, giving us an opportune perspective in representing clients in insurance disputes.