Media Mentions

Anthony Edwards secures acquittal of accused first-degree murder defendant.
April 28, 2011 - Randel Richardson, charged with first-degree murder and defended by Parker Rosen’s Anthony Edwards, has been found not guilty by reason of mental illness. Mr. Richardson will be evaluated by the Court to determine whether he will be committed as mentally ill and dangerous. Read more: Dad Not Guilty In Eden Prairie Boy's Drowning, Father Accused Of Drowning Infant Son In Tub Sentenced and Minn. Man Who Drowned Baby Son Found Mentally Ill

Andrew Parker Comments on LawFare and the Protection of the State of Israel
November 26, 2010 – Andrew Parker discusses the role of international legal institutions in shaping the debate about the existence and security of the Jewish state. Mr. Parker represented Minnesota as a participating in a conference organized by the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs regarding law and the delegitimization of the State of Israel.

Andrew Parker and Charles Nauen, "‘Lawfare’: A New Front in the War Against the Jewish State," American Jewish World, 11/26/10.

Anthony Edwards undertakes pro bono criminal defense representation of man accused of homicide during episode of severe mental illness.
October 13, 2010 – Parker Rosen attorney Anthony Edwards and former Hennepin County District Court Judge Isabel Gomez are handling the criminal defense of Randel Richardson, who suffers from severe depression with elements of psychosis, and is incompetent to stand trial. For details, see the following Minneapolis Star Tribune articles (#1 and #2) as well as the following television segments (WCCO and KSTP).

Daniel Rosen Weighs in on Inverse Condemnation Ruling
November 11, 2010 – The recent Minnesota Court of Appeals decision, Interstate Companies, Inc., et al. v. City of Bloomington, et al., clarified the protections afforded property owners, and should leave property owner’s feeling relieved. The appeals court reversed a Hennepin County trial court decision dismissing Plaintiffs’ claims and concluded that the Minnesota Constitutions provides more protections of property owners’ rights than the U.S. Constitution.

Inverse Condemnation Claim to go to a Jury – Minnesota Lawyer

Andrew Parker Quoted in Minnesota Lawyer About Civil Rights Cases Involving Police Misconduct
January 18, 2010 – Drawing on his experience representing both police and plaintiffs in civil rights cases, Andrew Parker discussed the standard for establishing whether law enforcement officers used excessive force or engaged in discrimination.

Bias Award Over Arrest Upheld – Minnesota Lawyer

Andrew Parker Quoted in Fortune Magazine About Madoff Controversey; May Seek Claims on Behalf of Victims
January 16, 2009 — Parker Rosen attorney Andrew Parker was quoted about the local impacts of the Madoff investment fraud case in today's Fortune magazine: "As difficult as this tragedy is for some families, it's the loss to the poor and to the charitable programs in the Cities that is even worse.” Parker represents several individuals and businesses who were victimized in the scandal and is assisting them with investigating possible claims.

Madoff does Minneapolis – Fortune/CNN Money

Andrew Parker: a measured stance with the media
June 13, 2008 — Minnesota Lawyer seeks out Andrew Parker for an article on media relations in high-profile cases.

How to face down the media spotlight — and survive – Minnesota Lawyer

Tammy Pust Featured in University of Minnesota Law School Alumni Article
May 29, 2008 — Attorney Tammy Pust was part of a feature article by the alumni magazine of the University of Minnesota Law School’s celebrating the lasting friendship of a group of lawyers from the class of 1983.

In the news:

The Women of Section E – Perspectives

Bottum Case: Biggest Court Judgment of 2007
May 9, 2008 — The Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal has ranked Paul Bottum v. Jundt Associates, Inc., the ninth largest business-related court judgment of 2007.

The case was the largest judgment for an individual plaintiff in Minnesota in 2007.

In August, Parker Rosen client Paul Bottum was awarded more than $2 million in unpaid bonuses after his employer, a leading Twin Cities-based hedge fund, was found to have reneged on an oral contract. The judgment led to the dissolution of the hedge fund company, Jundt Associates, Inc.

Appeals Court Upholds Hedge Fund’s Judgment – Star Tribune

Andrew Parker Re-Appointed to The Governor's Council on Faith and Community Service

Initiatives

April 2, 2008 — Governor Tim Pawlenty has re-appointed Parker Rosen attorney Andrew Parker to the 15-member Governor's Council on Faith and Community Service Initiatives. This is Parker's second term serving on the council. He was co-founder of the Minnesota Chapter of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee. and currently serves on the board of the Minneapolis Jewish Federation.

Tammy Pust leads Roseville Crackdown on Supplying Alcohol to Minors at Parties
March 23, 2008 — Parker Rosen attorney Tammy Pust is also a Roseville City Council Member and the mother of two teenagers. This month, the city enacted an ordinance she introduced that makes it a crime for adults to knowingly host a party or be present at a party where minors are obviously drinking. Such ordinances are being adopted throughout Minnesota.

In the news:

Teen drinking crackdown gains steam – Star Tribune

Settled: Largest Punitive Damage Award in a Police Case in Minnesota History
Jan. 23, 2008 — Parker Rosen client Al Hixon has accepted a $1.1 million settlement with the City of Golden Valley after a jury found that Hixon was the victim of excessive force, brutality and assault during a mistaken arrest in 2005 and a federal judge subsequently refused the city a new trial.

Andrew Parker represented Hixon in his suit against the city. On September 13, 2007, a federal jury awarded Hixon $328,000 in compensatory damages and $450,000 in punitive damages. On November 27, U.S. District Judge Richard Kyle refused the city's request for a new trial and also refused to lower the jury award, which has been cited as the largest punitive damage award in a police case in Minnesota history.

In the news:

Lawsuit's settlement brings no joy to man beaten up by police
– Star Tribune

Golden Valley denied new trial in police case
– Star Tribune

Minn. Man's Pain Remains After Police Run-In
– Washington Post

Jurors: Officer was too rough
– Star Tribune

Man: Golden Valley Police Used Excessive Force
– Associated Press