Frequently Asked Questions

How many years has Cousineau McGuire Chartered been in existence?

The law firm was founded in 1948 by John Mordaunt, Sr. In approximately 1954 Henry Cousineau joined the law firm. Shortly thereafter, Bob McGuire joined the law firm. In 1990 the law firm name changed to Cousineau, McGuire & Anderson Chartered. In 2005 the law firm name changed to Cousineau McGuire Chartered. Throughout its existence, Cousineau McGuire has been AV rated by Martindale Hubbell.

Who is the current president of Cousineau McGuire Chartered?

Peter Van Bergen is president of the law firm. Peter is an AV rated lawyer and has been selected as a "Super Lawyer" by Minnesota Law & Politics. Peter is a seasoned and experienced civil trial litigator.

How many attorneys practice in the area of workers' compensation defense?

We have 35 lawyers in all. 14 practice in the area of workers' compensation law. We have attorneys licensed who practice in Michigan, Florida, Wisconsin as well as Minnesota.

How many lawyers practice in other areas of the law such as civil litigation, products liability, automobile liability defense, etc.?
Currently we have 21 lawyers who practice in civil litigation in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and Michigan. Our attorneys practice in such diverse areas as professional liability malpractice defense, construction litigation, casualty and fire, negligence, hazardous substances and environmental, products liability, insurance coverage, liquor liability, automobile and transportation liability, no fault litigaiton, premises liability, commercial litigation, subrogation, employment litigation, and ERISA insurance coverage.

How can I get on your mailing list for the monthly Case Law Summaries?

Please call either Jim Haigh or Tom Kieselbach at (952) 546-8400 and they will gladly put you on our mailing list or e-mail us at cmc@cousineaulaw.com with your name and company's mailing address. Also, from time-to-time the law firm publishes scholarly articles which are of interest to our clients. If you are on our mailing list, you will not only receive the monthly Case Law Update but also articles in our forum series as well as important bulletins regarding key legislative changes and landmark decisions.

We have questions and concerns regarding various aspects of the law and would like to have an attorney put on an in-house seminar for us. How do we go about arranging a seminar with one of your attorneys?

On a regular basis Cousineau attorneys put on educational seminars for its clients. There is no charge for this service. We regularly prepare reference materials for these seminars. If you have any need for an in-house seminar, please feel free to contact any of our attorneys. Specifically, if you do not have any current contacts with our law firm, please feel free to contact Jim Haigh or Tom Kieselbach at (952) 546-8400.

If we retain Cousineau McGuire will we be receiving top quality service and the services of an experienced litigator?

Yes, attorneys at Cousineau McGuire have been recognized by judges and peers for their exceptional legal abilities for many years. Among its attorneys are adjunct professors of law and regular lecturers at educational seminars. Its attorneys have been honored and are listed in such publications as the Best Lawyers in America and "Super Lawyers" by Minnesota Law & Politics. The attorneys at Cousineau McGuire have extensive experience in all aspects of the litigation process. Cousineau McGuire is committed to meeting its clients needs by providing cost effective, focused and result oriented legal services. Several of its lawyers are certified as Civil Trial Specialists by the Minnesota State Bar Association.

The attorneys at Cousineau McGuire have extensive experience in all aspects of the litigation process. Cousineau McGuire is committed to meeting its clients needs by providing cost effective, focused and result oriented legal services. Several of its lawyers are certified as Civil Trial Specialists by the Minnesota State Bar Association.