Lucas Kaster

Lucas Kaster is an established employment & civil rights attorney dedicated to providing quality representation to clients. Working from Schlesinger Kaster PLLC in Minneapolis, Minnesota, he serves clients in the Twin Cities and around Minnesota. As an attorney who works closely with whistleblowers, sexual harassment victims and discrimination victims, he prioritizes clear communication. Whether they are negotiations or trials, he utilizes his strategic thinking to navigate through high-stakes matters with precision. 

Mr. Kaster started his career with a bachelor's degree in marketing from Villanova University in 2004. He then pursued his legal studies at Marquette University Law School, where he was part of various competitions, including the American Bar Association’s National Labor & Employment Trial Competition. He gained his Juris Doctor in 2011 and earned his license to practice in Wisconsin the same year. He is also admitted to practice in California and Minnesota. Additionally, he has also presented before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th, 7th, 8th and 9th Circuits. 

As an active member in the legal community, Mr. Kaster has held positions in various associations and committees. He served on the Minnesota Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, where he advised Congress and the president on civil rights enforcement. He also served as the president of the Minnesota Chapter of the National Employment Lawyers Association and holds positions in the Labor and Employment Law Section of the American Bar Association, where he frequently serves as a speaker, panelist and program coordinator.

Among Mr. Kaster’s many victories, most notably, he won a $9.4 million jury verdict in a whistleblower retaliation case against BNSF Railway. He has also represented clients in high-profile civil rights litigation, including a $1.4 million settlement for correctional officers who faced racial discrimination. For his service and accomplishments, he was listed in the Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Employment & Civil Rights Lawyers list, The Power List: Employment Law 2025 by Minnesota Lawyer and Minnesota Monthly’s annual Top Lawyers list. He maintains a "superb" rating on Avvo with his commitment to top-notch client service.