Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd

Injuries caused by vehicular accidents can be life changing. Expensive medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and other damages can cause you and your family great emotional and financial difficulties. If another person was at fault for the accident, you should not be held responsible for their actions. The experienced attorneys of Barna, Guzy & Steffen work with clients dealing with a variety of accidents.

Our team of criminal defense attorneys devotes our best efforts to securing the most positive outcome for your situation. If you or a loved one are facing criminal charges, we can help. We handle all types of criminal cases including: DUI/DWI Misdemeanor Gross misdemeanor Felony Assault Domestic crime charges Drug crime charges Sex crime charges Homicide Theft and property crimes Expungement

Legal disputes involving loved ones can be difficult and emotionally draining. At Barna, Guzy & Steffen, we understand those difficulties, especially in the case of a divorce. This process is much more complicated than getting married and it may take months before a divorce becomes final. We work hard to ensure that you understand the divorce process in Minnesota as well as the options available to you throughout.

A charge of DUI or DWI in the state of Minnesota is not to be taken lightly. Along with the burden of court appearance, a diminished driving record, and monetary fines, an individual facing these charges may also serve jail time. Driving under the influence is a serious criminal charge that may impact future employment, housing, and even education. Protect your legal rights with the experienced criminal defense team at Barna, Guzy & Steffen.

The litigators at Barna, Guzy & Steffen can take your foreign judgments from other States and Jurisdictions and properly file them in Minnesota and pursue full collection of those judgments. If you have a judgment from another state, against a Minnesota company or individual, we can assist in finding assets for collection and in securing those assets where possible.

At Barna, Guzy & Steffen, our trusted team of estate planning attorneys understand the importance of planning for the future. We can assist with the preparation of documents such as wills and trusts as well as developing a plan designed to avoid family and business conflicts and minimize payment of taxes and expenses. Other lifetime planning concerns may include: Estate planning Family business succession issues Powers of attorney Health care directives Probate administration and trust administration Charitable planning Guardianships and conservatorships

Disputes involving family matters can be overwhelming and highly emotional. Whether it’s divorce, child custody, adoption, prenuptial agreements, or domestic situations, working with an experienced family lawyer is crucial for achieving the best outcome possible. At BGS, our dedicated and compassionate attorneys have represented clients throughout the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota for more than 80 years. While we work hard to resolve most matters out of court, we’re prepared to litigate on behalf of our clients with the utmost diligence, patience, and commitment.

If you or a loved one have suffered an injury because of the negligence of others, our knowledgeable personal injury attorneys can help. With more than 60 years of combined experience, we help make sure you receive the compensation you deserve. We start by asking questions about your injuries and what happened, helping you through the oftentimes confusing and stressful process. We work closely with you and your family to make sure you understand every aspect of the case. Our goal is to settle your claim quickly and efficiently with the maximum recovery possible under the law. We will pursue your claim both out of court and in court until a resolution is achieved.

Special Needs and Elder Law/Elder Care attorneys provide legal services to the elderly, those with disabilities, and families who have special estate planning needs. Our qualified and experienced attorneys offer guidance through the often complex and confusing legal maze surrounding government programs, such as Medical Assistance and Veterans Benefits; estate planning, gifting, and protecting; long-term care, nursing home and home health care planning, and more. These skills and compassion help clients find crucial answers to difficult questions in the most uncertain times.

Throughout our extensive history, the experienced attorneys of Barna, Guzy & Steffen have provided legal representation, counsel, and advice to banks, bank holding companies, and other financial institutions. Because of the complex and highly regulated nature of the banking industry, it is imperative and prudent for financial institutions to engage skilled legal counsel to provide prompt and cost-effective legal representation while mitigating risk.

When providing a product or service to a customer, you expect to be paid promptly. We can help when that doesn’t happen. The collection attorneys of Barna, Guzy & Steffen work with companies across all industries to resolve issues of uncollected receivables. If your business is dealing with past due accounts, we may be able to assist you in collecting outstanding company debt. Our team has the experience to obtain enforceable judgments and proceed with all post-judgment remedies allowed by law. If your company has already obtained a judgment against a debtor, we may also be able to assist in collecting on the unpaid debt.

At Barna, Guzy & Steffen, our experienced commercial litigation attorneys are able to represent clients in state, federal, and appellate courts on issues such as: Business disputes Construction issues including mold Information technology security breaches Unfair competition Contract actions Non-solicitation agreements Employment defense and counseling Unlawful detainers Collection and insurance law Other complex litigation cases Our team of seasoned litigators is experienced in mediation and arbitration and will make every attempt to satisfactorily resolve disputes outside the courtroom. If the situation warrants, we will aggressively and competently represent you in the courtroom. In addition, we are well experienced in appeals, writs, and petitions. Because we file appeals on a regular basis, we thoroughly understand the process.

At Barna, Guzy & Steffen, our business clients depend on us for assistance with a wide range of corporate and business law issues. These may include: Purchase, acquisition, merger, reorganization, or sale of businesses. We guide our clients through the negotiation, due diligence, financing, closing, and post-closing processes that are critical to success. Formation or dissolution of corporations, partnerships, limited liability companies, and other forms of business entities, working with other professionals as needed to maximize benefits under entity choice Advising and drafting internal company documents such as operating agreements, voting agreements, buy-sell agreements, and similar documents to ensure smooth operation of your company and easy ownership transitions Business succession planning and implementation for businesses large and small Contract negotiation and drafting with customers, lenders, landlords, suppliers, and other parties with whom your business interacts Review and guidance on intellectual property rights such as trademark and software licenses

Complex personnel and employment issues in the workplace often require direct but sensitive handling. The seasoned employment law attorneys at Barna, Guzy & Steffen are experienced in all phases of Minnesota employment law. We’re equally comfortable representing large and small employers. Protect your legal rights at all stages of the employment relationship, from pre-employment inquiries and job description development to workforce reductions and individual terminations.

The attorneys of Barna, Guzy & Steffen have represented government entities across Minnesota for more than 50 years. We are proud of a tradition that began when Bernard Steffen served as the state’s first county administrator. Bernie’s service in this capacity and our long-standing representation of political subdivisions have provided special insight and understanding of the interests and workings of local government. We act as city attorneys providing civil and prosecution services. We also serve as special counsel to counties, cities, and other political subdivisions on issues outside the usual scope of government practice.

The attorneys of Barna, Guzy & Steffen handle diverse labor relations matters on behalf of public and private employers of all sizes. Our comprehensive services cover the entire range of labor law, from the beginning of unionization efforts through collective bargaining and de-certification and much more.

Many court cases take a year or more to go to trial, and cost tens of thousands of dollars or more in legal fees and expert witness fees. Generally, even the winner is not content with the outcome because of the time lost and money spent in reaching a resolution. Resolving a case through mediation or arbitration provides a cost-efficient, timely resolution for clients. Mediation is most effective as an opportunity to communicate when the parties aim to resolve the matter. Arbitration is a more efficient means to reach a disputed final outcome when the matter cannot be resolved.

The real estate attorneys of Barna, Guzy & Steffen offer extensive experience in commercial and residential real estate matters, representing developers, investors, landlords, and property owners of all types. With a well-developed and extensive practice, our attorneys have successfully assisted clients in all facets of commercial development across the Twin Cities metro area and beyond. We have represented clients developing shopping centers, office buildings, industrial facilities, condominiums, townhomes, apartment buildings, and other commercial developments.

Your business relies heavily on technology – and the attorneys at Barna, Guzy & Steffen are here to assist you as you navigate through a variety of issues related to intellectual property, data security, data privacy, technology and software, including: IT contracts Software license agreements Website development agreements Data privacy policies Disaster recovery and business continuity plans Information security policies Cybersecurity and incident response plans Web hosting agreements Data privacy and data processing agreements

The law firm of Barna, Guzy & Steffen offers expert services in the area of transportation law. Since the arrival of experienced transportation attorneys James H. Wills and Carole Clark Isakson in 2016, BGS has provided comprehensive and practical legal guidance to trucking companies and related businesses in the midwest, and on a nationwide basis. While Jim retired in early 2025, the department that he and Carole built continues to grow and support the trucking industry directly through client interactions and in a broader way through support of the Minnesota Trucking Association and its efforts. The BGS transporation team works with trucking companies, shippers, brokers, freight forwarders, and those who rely on transportation services.