Legal Team

Minnesota Lawyer has named Jeff Storms one of Minnesota’s “Attorneys of the Year” four times. Jeff was part of the team that recovered the historic $27 Million Dollar settlement on behalf of George Floyd’s family.  He has appeared on CNN, MSNBC, Nightline, and in numerous other national television and print mediums to advocate for his personal injury and civil rights clients. Learn more about Jeff Storms

Paul is tenacious. He is a civil litigator that fights for people and businesses in their most important matters. Paul has obtained million-dollar recoveries in sexual assault, civil rights, and medical malpractice cases. Paul has also represented businesses when livelihoods were on the line. Paul was named “Attorney of the Year” by Minnesota Lawyer in 2016 and 2020, and he was inducted into the “Circle of Excellence” before turning 40 years old. Paul also teaches litigation at the University of Minnesota Law School, his alma mater. Learn more about Paul Dworak

Ryan solves problems. He has been litigating and trying civil cases for nearly 20 years. He uses his extensive litigation experience and people skills to resolve complex cases when possible, and he relies on his trial skill when settlement is not an option. Learn more about Ryan O. Vettleson

Naomi Martin is a passionate advocate who is guided by her unwavering sense of right and wrong. She approaches each case with compassion for those who were wronged and fervent determination to hold those who caused the harm accountable. Naomi is an instrumental part of the firm’s employment practice, representing clients who have been discriminated or sexually harassed in the workplace and those who have been wrongly fired. Learn more about Naomi Martin

Joe delivers results. Driven by strong principles of fairness, equity, and responsibility, he is strategic and steadfast in achieving his clients’ goals. Joe’s empathetic nature and relentless pursuit of justice not only enhance his client relations, but also fortify his resolve to fight zealously for civil rights and personal injury victims. Learn more about Joe Heegaard

Abbi Settel is a Paralegal and Office Manager at Storms Dworak.  She supports the attorneys at all stages of the legal process, from the initial client intake through trial and appeal. She also helps manage the law firm’s daily operations, including bookkeeping, payroll, office supplies, and client meetings.  As such, Abbi plays a crucial role in supporting the firm’s mission of providing exceptional legal representation to its clients.  Learn more about Abbi Settel

Brandon Stahl brings a unique blend of journalistic rigor, legal acumen, and passion for being a voice for the voiceless to his role as Director of Investigations. He supports every practice area at Storms Dworak by applying his investigative skills to uncover crucial evidence and build winning cases.   Learn more about Brandon Stahl

Sarah is a Law Clerk at Storms Dworak. She joined the firm as a second-year law student at the University of Minnesota, where she is focusing her studies on criminal justice reform and civil rights. She spent her first year of law school clerking for the Hennepin County Public Defender’s Office, and her second year as a participant in the Civil Rights Moot Court program. Sarah is also a member of the Minnesota Justice Foundation’s Board of Advisors, where she helps to connect law students with volunteer opportunities around the state. Learn more about Sarah Smith

Maddie Collett is a Honors Paralegal at Storms Dworak.  She supports the attorneys at all stages of the legal process, from the initial client intake through trial and appeal.  As such, Maddie plays a crucial role in supporting the firm’s mission of providing exceptional legal representation to its clients.   Learn more about Maddie Collett