Lindsay Lien
Top rated Products Liability attorney in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Nicolet Law Accident & Injury Lawyers
Practice areas: Products Liability, Personal Injury, Food & Drugs; view more
Licensed in Minnesota since: 2015
Education: University of St. Thomas School of Law
Selected to Rising Stars: 2019 - 2025 Call today:
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Details
Personal injury and food safety attorney Lindsay Lien works at the legal firm Nicolet Law Accident & Injury Lawyers, which has 14 office locations spread across Wisconsin and Minnesota. Ms. Lien works from the Minneapolis, Minnesota, office, serving clients throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin, including St. Paul Duluth, St. Cloud, Milwaukee, and Eau Claire. Her practice is focused on:
- Foodborne illnesses
- Motor vehicle accidents
- Trucking accidents
- Product liability
- Wrongful death
Originally from Western Wisconsin, Ms. Lien has had a passion for the law from a young age. She strives to uphold the image of personal injury lawyers by getting injured victims the justice they deserve and holding negligent individuals and organizations accountable for their actions.
She has recovered millions of dollars for injured people and the families of those who died due to others' wrongful conduct. Many of her cases involve claims against large corporations and involve high-stakes expert discovery.
Ms. Lien is a cum laude graduate of the University of St. Thomas School of Law. While there, she was a member of the Interscholastic Moot Court, the Federal Appellate Clinic and the Misdemeanor Clinic. She was also a certified student attorney at the First District Public Defender's office in Dakota County.
Attorney Lien is licensed in all the state courts of Minnesota and Wisconsin, and the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota and the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin. She has also been admitted for specific matters (pro hac vice) in multiple state and federal courts. For her vast knowledge of the law and her professionalism, she has received a “Good” rating on Avvo.
Actively involved in the legal circle, Ms. Lien serves on the board of governors of the Minnesota Association for Justice and is a member of the Wisconsin Association for Justice and the American Association for Justice. She is a former director of the University of St. Thomas School of Law Alumni Board.
Practice areas
Personal Injury - Products: Plaintiff, Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff, Food and DrugsFocus areas
Brain Injury, Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Motor Vehicle Defects, Personal Injury - Plaintiff, Trucking Accidents, Wrongful Death
- 50% Personal Injury - Products: Plaintiff
- 40% Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff
- 10% Food and Drugs
First Admitted: 2015, Minnesota
Professional Webpage: https://nicoletlaw.com/lindsay-lien/
- Board of Governors of the Minnesota Association for Justice
- American Association for Justice
- Wisconsin Association for Justice
- US District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
- US District Court, District of Minnesota
- Wisconsin, 2016
- Minnesota, 2015
- Please see video for a summary of how I distinguish myself on a client-focused level. , Bio Video, 2023
- Top 40 Under 40 - Minnesota, The National Trial Lawyers, 2024
- University of Minnesota, B.A., Psychology, 2012
- Presentation Outline: The Managing Up Presentation will help you maximize efficiency of not only your own work, but the lawyers you work with, by communicating effectively and establishing clear responsibilities. I. Law Firm Hierarchies Understanding law firm hierarchies is crucial for effective collaboration and career development. This section will explore the typical structures within firms and the roles of various professionals, including paralegals and senior lawyers. II. What is “Managing Up” and Why Is It Important? "Managing Up" involves strategically working with senior professionals to enhance workflow and achieve mutual goals. This section will discuss why this skill is valuable for paralegals and how it can lead to more efficient and harmonious work relationships. III. How Law Firms Can Benefit From Paralegals Managing Up Spoiler alert: lawyers aren’t trained in management. When paralegals effectively manage upwards, it can lead to improved case outcomes, better resource utilization, and increased job satisfaction. This segment will highlight the advantages for law firms and their overall impact on practice efficiency. IV. Communicating Up Effective communication with senior staff is key to managing up successfully. This part will provide practical strategies for paralegals to convey information clearly and respectfully, ensuring their contributions are recognized and valued. V. Caveat: Stay In Your Lane - Ethical Recommendations When Representing Clients While managing up, it’s essential to adhere to ethical boundaries and avoid unauthorized practice of law. This section will emphasize the importance of staying within professional limits and upholding ethical standards in client representation. VI. Real World Examples Illustrative examples from real-world scenarios will demonstrate successful and unsuccessful instances of managing up. This will provide concrete insights into how these strategies play out in practice. VII. Conclusion The conclusion will summarize key takeaways and reinforce the importance of managing up effectively while maintaining ethical boundaries, offering actionable advice for paralegals to implement in their daily practice. , Presenter, Managing Up, Paralegal Association of Wisconsin, 2024
Selections
- Rising Stars: 2019 - 2025
