I would like to help you settle your case.  I have tried cases for over 40 years, representing both plaintiffs and defendants.  I know what litigation means to the parties and the attorneys who represent them.  Click here for resume.
  • Qualified ADR neutral with experience in civil litigation, personal injury, business/commerical and employment
  • Trial attorney for 40 years
  • Certified by Minnesota State Bar Association as Civil Trial Specialist 
  • Member, Academy of Certified Trial Lawyers of Minnesota 
  • Active member of the Minnesota State Bar Association and Hennepin County Bar Association
  • Current and past products liability “Super Lawyer” 
  • Active member of the Minnesota State Bar Association and Hennepin County Bar Association
  • Shareholder and trial attorney with Lommen Abdo 1991 to 2014
  • Trial attorney and County Attorney in Brainerd 1975 to 1991
  • Past member of both the Minnesota Defense Lawyers Association and Minnesota Justice Association
  • Past member of the Lawyers Professional Responsibility Board

Please contact me at srathke@rathkemediation.com or 612-963-4610.  My hourly rate is $250, and I would be happy to discuss a flat fee arrangement.