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Founded 1961 · Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Medical Malpractice

Meshbesher & Spence

1616 Park Avenue · Minneapolis, MN 55404 · (612) 339-9121

Personal InjuryWrongful DeathMedical MalpracticeCar AccidentsTruck AccidentsWorkers' CompPERA DisabilityMass Tort

Meshbesher & Spence has been one of Minnesota's flagship personal injury firms since 1961. Over six decades they have recovered more than $1.1 billion for clients in car crashes, truck wrecks, medical mistakes, and wrongful death cases. The bench is deep, the trial record is real, and they take cases on contingency — you don't pay unless they win. If you were seriously hurt anywhere in Minnesota and the insurance company is already calling, this is one of the first firms to interview.

Best Lawyers — Personal Injury Litigation (Plaintiff)Minnesota Super Lawyers — Multiple Attorneys$1.1 Billion+ Recovered for Clients
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4.8
★★★★★
350+ verified client reviews
Overall
4.8
Results
4.9
Communication
4.7
Value
4.8
The Verdict

Why This Firm?

If you were badly injured in Minnesota and someone else was at fault, Meshbesher & Spence is built for your situation. They've handled catastrophic injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice, and complex truck-accident litigation since 1961, with a Minnesota-licensed trial bench that insurance carriers know by name.

What sets them apart from the strip-mall PI shops is depth. They have nurses on staff to review medical records, in-house investigators, and trial lawyers who have actually tried cases to verdict — not just settled them. For a serious injury claim, that depth is the difference between a low settlement and a real recovery.

Fee Structure

What It Costs

Contingency — No Win, No Fee. Meshbesher & Spence is transparent about fees during the free consultation — you'll know what your case will likely cost before any engagement letter is signed.

Contingency
33–40% of recovery
$0 Upfront
no fee unless we win
The Team

Key Attorneys

Richard Ruohonen, Shareholder — Personal Injury, Wrongful Death

Richard Ruohonen

Shareholder — Personal Injury, Wrongful Death
Catastrophic injury, truck accidents, jury trials. Past President, Minnesota Association for Justice. Multiple seven-figure verdicts.
Jeffrey S. Storms, Shareholder — Civil Rights & Wrongful Death

Jeffrey S. Storms

Shareholder — Civil Rights & Wrongful Death
High-profile civil rights, police misconduct, and wrongful death matters. Frequently quoted in national press.
Charles Gokey, Shareholder — Medical Malpractice

Charles Gokey

Shareholder — Medical Malpractice
Birth injury, surgical errors, missed diagnoses. Board-certified civil trial specialist.
Client Experiences

What Clients Say

Client
Anonymous Client
Car Accident · Minneapolis
★★★★★
“I was T-boned in Uptown by a driver running a red. The other side's insurer was lowballing me at $25K with a fractured pelvis. Meshbesher took it on contingency, prepped for trial, and we settled at policy limits plus an underinsured claim. Worth every penny.”
Client
Anonymous Client
Wrongful Death · Hennepin Co.
★★★★★
“Lost my husband in a work-truck crash on I-394. Richard and the team handled the death claim, the workers' comp coordination, and dealt with a brutal insurer. They were honest about timing and the result was life-changing.”
Client
Anonymous Client
Medical Malpractice · St. Paul
★★★★★
“Missed cancer diagnosis. Two other PI firms turned me down because med mal is hard. Charles took it, hired the right experts, and we settled before trial. They got me a result that actually pays for the care I need.”
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FAQ

Common Questions About This Firm

Does Meshbesher & Spence charge anything upfront?
No. The firm works on contingency — you pay nothing unless they recover money for you. They cover case costs along the way and recover them out of the settlement.
How long does a Minnesota personal injury case take?
Most cases resolve in 12 to 24 months. Simple claims with clear liability can settle faster. Complex injury, wrongful death, or medical malpractice cases often take 2 to 3 years, especially if they go to trial.
What if the insurance company already offered me money?
Don't sign anything yet. Initial offers are almost always lower than what your claim is worth, particularly if your injury was serious. A free consultation with Meshbesher will tell you whether the offer is fair.
Does the firm handle smaller injury cases?
They focus on serious injury and wrongful death. For minor whiplash claims under $10,000 in medical bills, you may be better served by a smaller volume firm — they'll tell you honestly during the free consult.
Where do clients come from?
Statewide. The firm has offices in Minneapolis and elsewhere in Minnesota and handles cases from across the Twin Cities, greater Minnesota, and adjacent states.

Quick Facts

Founded1961
Firm SizeMid-size · Minnesota
Fee StructureContingency — No Win, No Fee
Free ConsultationYes
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish, Somali
Virtual AvailableYes
Service AreaMinneapolis & Minnesota
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Main Office

1616 Park Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 339-9121

Recognition

  • ✓ Best Lawyers — Personal Injury Litigation (Plaintiff)
  • ✓ Minnesota Super Lawyers — Multiple Attorneys
  • ✓ $1.1 Billion+ Recovered for Clients
  • ✓ Founded 1961 — 60+ years in Minnesota