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Kristy A. Mara
also known as Kristy Ann Mara
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About Kristy
Biography
Kristy Mara (formerly Kristy Rodd) has been practicing family law for 20 years. She creates customized solutions for her clients. Kristy openly communicates with clients throughout the case so the end result is the best possible outcome.
Whether a business-person, a professional or stay-at-home parent, experiencing any legal process in one’s personal life is unnerving. Kristy gets to know each client as an individual; and tailors the communications and case strategy to meet his or her needs and goals. Although she is an experienced litigator, she is equally comfortable creating settlement solutions for her clients. She uses her analytical skills to master the facts and finances for an ideal position for her clients at settlement or trial.
Kristy provides an honest assessment of how the process will work for her clients. When strategizing with a client, Kristy analyzes and quantifies all aspects of the case balancing the costs and benefits. She breaks down complex matters into basic collars and cents for her clients and uses her expertise to guide them in their decision on whether to settle or go to trial.
Kristy focuses her practice on complex litigation including: valuation of closely-held businesses and corporations, allocation of retirement plans and benefits, analysis of executive compensation, personal and corporate taxation issues, property division, maintenance and alimony, and child custody and support.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
35%
Alimony
15%
Family
15%
Marriage and Prenuptials
15%
Fees and Rates
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Minnesota for 28 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Honsa Mara Landry
(612) 767-7303
Fax
333 South Seventh Street, Suite 2300, Minneapolis, MN, 55402
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Mediation
Posted by Greg | June 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Mediation
Highly recommend
I was involved in a very complicated and contentious divorce. Kristy was awesome. A quick learner who grasped the complexities. Was able to navigate the system including dealing with other attorneys, judges and mediators. It was obvious she was well respected by mediators and judges. Always resp...
Kristy A. Mara's Lawyer Endorsements
Kari Kanne
Family lawyer
Deborah Gallenberg
Family lawyer
Jennifer Colich
Family lawyer
Anne Honsa
Divorce and separation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Family Law, The Best Lawyers in America
2017
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Top 50 Women, Minnesota Super Lawyers
2016
Top 100, Minnesota Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Top 50 Women, Minnesota Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2005
Rising Star, Minnesota Journal of Law & Politics
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Partner, Honsa Rodd Landry
1900 - Present
Partner, Honsa Mara & Kanne
1997 - 2017
Partner, Fredrikson & Byron, P.A.
1996 - 1997
Legal Clerk, Swaden Law Offices
Associations
2018 - Present
American Bar FoundationMember
2014 - Present
National Board of Trial AdvocacyMember
2007 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
1997 - Present
Minnesota State Bar FoundationMember
1997 - Present
Hennepin County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
1997 - Present
American Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Passolt v. Passolt
Reversed and remanded on issue of spousal maintenance. District Court to consider Wife's ability to be partially self-supporting in the future.
Education
1997
William Mitchell College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
University of Wisconsin, River Falls
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Minnesota CLE
Impact of Immigration on Family Law Matters
2013
Divorce Camp
Effective Use of Financial Experts
2012
Hennepin County CLE
Divorce Law for Estate Planners
2002
Corporate Practice Institute CLE
20/20 Foresight: Strategies for Protecting a Business and its Employees During a Divorce
Publications
2010
FredNEWS: Employment & Labor
Employer Withholding of Child Support in Minnesota
2005
Fredrikson & Byron Family Law Focus Newsletter
Real Estate Transfers After A Divorce
2002
Family Law Forum (Minnesota Bar, Family Law Section)
Traveling Abroad After 9-11: Weeding Through the Red Tape
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is there a lawyer who would sit with both my husband and I to fill out divorce papers
10 Jul 2017
Q&A
Can a Court Order no alcohol during parenting time?
07 Jul 2017