David M. Pederson

Mr. Pederson joined our firm in May, 2006. Prior to joining our firm, he practiced commercial finance law with Chapman and Cutler, LLP, in Chicago, Illinois, representing banks and other financial institutions in documenting and structuring secured and unsecured lending transaction. In addition to finance, Mr. Pederson has experience in the following areas of law:

Banking Law:

• Representing and counseling commercial lenders and borrowers in loan documentation, workouts and restructuring negotiations

Business and Corporate Law:

• New business formation
• Acquisitions, mergers and sales of businesses, including assets and stock sales
• Preparing, reviewing and negotiating business and employment contracts
• Consulting regarding governance matters, disputes

Real Estate:

• Representation regarding the sale or purchase of real estate
• Advising lenders and borrowers on real estate financing
• Drafting and negotiating commercial leases
• Tax-deferred exchanges, including reverse exchanges and involuntary conversions

Estate Planning:

• Preparation and review of wills and trust agreements
• Living wills and powers of attorney
• Special needs trusts

Education/Practice Jurisdictions:

University of Minnesota, Carlson School of Management, Highest Honors (B.S.B., 1999); University of Minnesota, Cum Laude, 2002). Admitted to bar in Minnesota and Illinois.