Attorney Mike Brandt appears on KARE11 to discuss the Minnesota State Supreme Court’s Ruling on State v. Torgerson. The State Supreme Court ruled that the smell of marijuana alone is not enough for law enforcement to expand the scope of a traffic stop to search a vehicle. While it can be one of multiple factors, the smell alone is not...
Nicole sat down for some ice breakers with Minnesota Lawyer regarding her term as President of the Hennepin County Bar Association. Check it out here.
Congratulations to Mike Brandt and Nicole Kettwick for once again being honored as Super Lawyers! 2023 marks the 20th year Mike has received the honor. BK Defense is so proud of the exceptional legal service our attorneys provide to every single client! “Can a robot write a symphony? Can a robot turn a canvas into a beautiful masterpiece?” Detective Spooner...
Nicole Kettwick has been recognized by the Minnesota State Bar Association as a North Star Lawyer for her Pro Bono work in 2022. The MSBA recognizes all lawyers who provide at least 50 hours of pro bono legal services to low-income people at no fee, and with no expectation of receiving a fee. This is Nicole’s third consecutive year as...
On June 8th the Hennepin County Bar Association hosted its annual Breakfast Awards ceremony. At this Ceremony current HCBA President Landon Ascheman ceremonially handed over the gavel to our own Nicole Kettwick, who will begin her term as HCBA President on July 1st. Join us in congratulating Nicole on this outstanding achievement! Kettwick leads Hennepin County Bar Association – Minnesota...
In this edition of Hennepin Lawyer, partner Nicole Kettwick shares why she decided to be a lawyer.
Nicole Kettwick presented at Minnesota CLE last week as the criminal law expert to help newer lawyers answer common questions in criminal law.
Attorney Michael Brandt provides insight into possible criminal liability charges against North High Principal Mauri Friestleben. To read about Mike’s input and more information on the case details please check out the article on the StarTribune here.
Former Minneapolis police officers J. Alexander Kueng and Tou Thao face second-degree murder and manslaughter charges for the death of George Floyd in 2020. Attorney Mike Brandt offers some insight as to how the prosecution and defense might proceed in pretrial motions. You can read the entire article by going here.
Congratulations to Nicole Kettwick for being voted President-Elect of the Hennepin County Bar Association (HCBA) in Minnesota. The Hennepin County Bar Association is a community of lawyers who advocate for the profession, facilitate access to justice, and provide members with support at every stage of their career. Members of the HCBA have elected Nicole to serve in this role for...
© 2023 · Brandt Kettwick Defense