The Worthington City Council appointed Peter Mikhail as its new city attorney on January 12, 2026. Peter brings extensive experience in eminent domain, real estate, public works, constitutional law, and municipal law. He is a founding board member of the Minnesota Eminent Domain Counsel’s Association and a former president of the Hennepin County Bar Association’s […]
Firm News
Kennedy & Graven Welcomes New Associate Attorneys Haley Taylor Schlitz and Alexander Furcich
Kennedy & Graven is excited to announce new associate attorneys practicing in municipal law, Haley Taylor Schlitz and Alexander Furcich. Haley is a 2022 graduate of Southern Methodist University Law School and was admitted to the Minnesota Bar in 2024. She was an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Minnesota and has written two […]
Kennedy & Graven, Chartered Welcomes Ronald Smith and Krista Colbert as our 2025 Summer Law Clerks
Ronald Smith joins the firm as our 2025 Twin Cities Diversity in Practice (TCDIP) 1L Clerk. He recently completed his first year at the University of Minnesota Law School. He has a background in political science and economics and is eager to gain hands-on experience in municipal law and deepen his interest in litigation. Krista […]
Kennedy & Graven, Chartered Reaffirms Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Kennedy & Graven, Chartered remains unwavering in our dedication to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. We believe that the diversity within our firm and our communities is a vital strength that enhances our collective ability to serve our clients. We are committed to supporting and embracing individuals from all backgrounds, regardless of […]
Kennedy & Graven, Chartered Announces New Executive Committee Members: Rachel Tierney and Pam Whitmore
Kennedy & Graven, Chartered is pleased to announce that Rachel Tierney and Pam Whitmore have joined the firm’s Executive Committee. With their wealth of experience and dedication to the practice of law, both Rachel and Pam will play an integral role in shaping the future of the firm. Rachel TierneyRachel brings over 25 years of […]
Kennedy & Graven Welcomes McKaia Dykema as Associate Attorney
Kennedy & Graven is excited to announce that McKaia Dykema has joined the firm as an Attorney, where she will focus on municipal law. McKaia’s unique experience working directly with Minnesota cities, and her involvement in national local government advocacy brings a valuable perspective to the firm’s municipal law practice. Before joining Kennedy & Graven, […]
