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Teacher Appreciation Night with the St. Paul Saints - Wanta Thome

Communications Team — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Wanta Thome is proud to partner with the St. Paul Saints to celebrate and thank teachers throughout the Twin Cities community.

Project Backpack: Free School Supplies for Minneapolis Students - Wanta Thome

Communications Team — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT

At Wanta Thome, we believe preparation matters, from the workplace to the very beginning of a child’s educational journey. We understand that having access to the right resources and support can make a meaningful difference for individuals and families.

Wanta Thome & Minnesota Wind Chill: A Winning 2025 Partnership

Communications Team — Fri, 16 May 2025 05:00:00 GMT

At Wanta Thome, results matter. But so do the principles behind them.

Wanta Thome Named Among Minneapolis' Best Law Firms 2025

Communications Team — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 06:00:00 GMT

We are proud to announce that Wanta Thome has been recognized as a top-ranked employment law firm in the 2025 Best Law Firms rankings| New Window. Our firm has earned the prestigious Tier 1 ranking for Labor and Employment Law Litigation in Minneapolis, solidifying our position as one of the best employment law firms in the region and a Best Law Firm in the United States. We also ranked in the Mass Tort and Class Action Litigation, demonstrating our versatility in handling complex legal matters.

Wanta Thome Recognized as a 'Best Law Firm' in Minneapolis for 2025 - Wanta Thome

Communications Team — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 06:00:00 GMT

We are proud to announce that Wanta Thome has been recognized as a top-ranked employment law firm in the 2025 Best Law Firms rankings. Our firm has earned the prestigious Tier 1 ranking for Labor and Employment Law Litigation in Minneapolis, solidifying our position as one of the best employment law firms in the region and a Best Law Firm in the United States. We also ranked in the Mass Tort and Class Action Litigation, demonstrating our versatility in handling complex legal matters.

Wanta Thome Attorneys Earn Best Lawyers 2025 Recognition

Communications Team — Thu, 05 Sep 2024 05:00:00 GMT

This month, Best Lawyers® named three Wanta Thome attorneys to The Best Lawyers in America® and Ones to Watch® in America lists for 2025, adding to the list of awards the firm and its attorneys have received for their contributions to employment law. Shawn Wanta and Joni Thome were named to The Best Lawyers in America® list for the “Consumer Law” and “Litigation – Labor and Employment” categories respectively, while Nick DeMaris was recognized among the Ones to Watch® in America for the “Litigation – Labor and Employment” category. These recognitions further cement our firm’s position at the forefront of the employment law field, helping set the standard for advocacy within the industry.

Wanta Thome Wins Minnesota's Best Employment Law 2024

Communications Team — Tue, 20 Aug 2024 05:00:00 GMT

Although the Olympics are officially behind us, the gold medals haven’t stopped being awarded. We are thrilled to announce, that we have been awarded gold in the Star Tribune’s Minnesota’s Best competition for 2024. At Wanta Thome, we pride ourselves on our relentless pursuit of excellence. And, although we see constant reminders of this through successes in our case work, and awards we receive within the legal community, it is particularly meaningful when we are recognized for our work by our clients.

Wanta Thome Attorneys: Excellence in Employment Law - 2024 Super Lawyers List

Communications Team — Wed, 17 Jul 2024 05:00:00 GMT

We’re proud to announce that four of our attorney were honored by Super Lawyers for their exceptional contributions to employment law in 2024. It is a privilege to receive these distinctions, as they not only are reflect the hard and dedicated work our attorneys do everyday, but also the recognition our attorneys have received from their peers and colleges in employment law. Perhaps most importantly though, these awards signal to our clients that our attorneys have the legal expertise and skill to be great advocates for them when navigating complex legal issues.

Wanta Thome and Minnesota Aurora FC: Proud Partners in Justice, Equity, and Empowering Change - Wanta Thome

Communications Team — Wed, 29 May 2024 05:00:00 GMT

A Powerful Partnership for Positive Change

Wanta Thome and Minnesota Aurora FC: Proud Partners in Justice, Equity, and Empowering Change - Wanta Thome

Communications Team — Wed, 29 May 2024 05:00:00 GMT

A Powerful Partnership for Positive ChangeWe at Wanta Thome, a leading employment law firm, are thrilled to announce our partnership with Minnesota Aurora FC, a trailblazing women’s professional soccer club redefining possibilities in sports and beyond. This collaboration aligns our shared values of empowerment, inclusivity, and catalyzing positive change. The Aurora: A Community-Driven MovementThe Aurora is more than a soccer team – it’s a community-driven movement embodying transformation, accessibility, and the empowerment of women and gender-expansive individuals. As the largest community-owned women’s soccer club in the country, with over 3,000 investor-owners nationwide, the Aurora truly represents “For the Community, By the Community.”

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