Amanda grew up in Minnetonka, Minnesota. Growing up she spent most of her time in the goalie net and on the soccer field. After high school, Amanda attended the University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management and received a degree in public relations and marketing while spending the majority of her time rowing on the Crew team and working at the Pillsbury Company as a Recipe Production Specialist which was just a fancy name for data entry clerk.
When Amanda decided on the University of St. Thomas for law school, her mother said “Finally, why didn’t she listen to me and her heart sooner?” At UST, Amanda participated in the elder law clinical program, externed for then District Judge Francis Connolly, and received her certification as a Qualified Neutral in both family and civil law.
After graduating from UST, magna cum laude, Amanda joined the law firm of Melchert Hubert Sjodin in Waconia, Minnesota. At MHS, Amanda spent her time practicing in a wide variety of areas and learned that she most enjoys solving problems for real people: individuals, families and small businesses. In 2011, Amanda and partner, Katie Hanson opened the law firm of Bloomgren Hanson Legal with a goal of providing practical people focused legal services. Amanda’s practice areas include family law, real estate, small business issues and general civil litigation. Amanda also acts as a mediator and early neutral evaluator for family law matters.
Amanda believes that the real way to solve problems is not through the court system, but by taking a proactive approach in planning and dispute resolution. That being said, Amanda’s experience with a wide variety of types of litigation allows her to effectively and efficiently represent her clients in the court room when necessary.
Amanda is also active in the local community and the legal community. Amanda is involved in the following activities and organizations:
Amanda was named as a Rising Star by Minnesota Super Lawyers in 2015 and 2016. While only 5% of Minnesota lawyers are selected as Super Lawyers, only 2.5% of Minnesota lawyers are selected each year as Rising Stars.
In her free time, Amanda enjoys laughing at the antics of her son, Eli, and her chihuahua, Biggie Smalls; fixing up her house and garden with her husband, Tamas; and trying to find time to make it to a yoga class. She also manages to spend way too much time on social media and taking advantage of the DVR function on her TV.
Practice areas
My family law practice is ever evolving, but includes assisting parties involved in amicable and not so amicable dissolutions; modification of parenting time and custody matters; and child support enforcement. I encourage parties, especially those with children, to focus on the impact dissolution has on the family and to work to create creative and long term workable solutions.
9 years
My real estate transaction and litigation practice includes both commercial and residential real estate. I have a wide variety of commercial litigation and experience inlcuding: drafting and review of purchase agreements, easements, mechanic's liens, boundary line disputes, debtor and creditor remedies.
12 years
I enjoy assisting small business in entity formation including choice of entity advice, corporate formality advice and succession planning.
12 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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MN | Authorized to practice | 2006 | 11/02/2019 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2016 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2015 |
Club Service Award | Chaska Rotary Club | 2011 |
President's Scholarship | University of St. Thomas | 2002 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Bloomgren Hanson Legal | 2011 - Present |
Associate | Melchert Hubert Sjodin, PLLP | 2005 - 2011 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Minnesota Medal of Honor Memorial Board | Director | 2017 - Present |
University of St. Thomas School of Law | Faculty Mentor | 2016 - Present |
Univeristy of St. Thomas School of Law | J.D. Compass Carreer Strategist | 2015 - Present |
University of St. Thomas School of Law Alumni Board | Director (2013-2014, 2017) | 2013 - Present |
Chaska Rotary | Past President, current Member | 2007 - Present |
University of St. Thomas Mentor Program | Mentor | 2007 - Present |
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Minnesota State Bar Association | Member | 2006 - Present |
8th District Bar Association | Member - Ethics Investigation Committee (ending 2017) | 2005 - Present |
Business Girls Network - Minnetonka | Chapter Leader | 2015 - 2016 |
Carver County Health Initiative | Board Member | 2012 - 2014 |
Minnesota State Bar Association | Waconia Mock Trial Coach | 2009 - 2011 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Minnesota, Twin Cities | BS - Bachelor of Science | N/A |
University of St. Thomas School of Law - Minneapolis | JD - Juris Doctor | N/A |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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CLE | How to Handle the House in a Divorce | 2018 |
UST Law Aumnae Brunch | Leadership at Your Best (Panelist) | 2017 |
The Career Corner with Adam Brown | Legal Career Advice | 2016 |
Marta Beckett Homes Webinar | Probate Avoidance for Real Property | 2013 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Defeated False OFP | No Permanent OFP issued |
Defeated False OFP | No Permanent OFP issued |
Overturn Parenting Consultant Decision | PC Decision Overturned |
Defeated Motion to Modify Custody | No Change In Custody |
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Jillian Duffy, Family Attorney on Feb 14, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have worked both with and against Amanda on several matters and have had nothing but positive experiences. She is always professional and courteous. I endorse this lawyer.
Kaarin Schaffer, Employment and labor Attorney on Dec 19, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have referred several cases to Amanda and always get position feedback. She is patient, considerate, sharp, and strong. Amanda is an excellent attorney and I would refer anyone to her.
David Cox, Family Attorney on May 2, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I recently completed a contentious case with Ms. Bloomgren and can tell you she is a smart and effective advocate. Her professionalism and courtesy helped us resolve the matter amicably.
David Schultz, DUI and DWI Attorney on May 2, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Amanda is hard working, intelligent and compassionate. She focuses on understanding the needs of her clients and works tirelessly to meet their goals. I have referred several people to her and every one of them has been extremely happy with her representation. I endorse Amanda without hesitation for any family law matter in Minnesota.
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