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I represent employees in wrongful termination claims against former employers for wrongful termination, sexual harassment, whistleblower retaliation, non-compete disputes, and discrimination. I also advise and negotiate employment contracts and severance agreements for employees.
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Acquired: 2009
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222 South 9th Street, Suite 1650, Minneapolis, MN, 55402
16 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by Chris | February 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
I definitely made the right choice for an Attorney.
Phillip went above and beyond what was expected. I never second guessed my choice of Attorney. He always kept me up to date with my case. He returned my calls promptly. There were never any surprises, he always let me know the different routes my case could go. I loved sitting in on the depositions....
Posted by anonymous | August 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Separation Agreement Counsel
I highly recommend Phillip Kitzer for legal counsel regarding employment. Phillip was referred to me by a personal friend who is an attorney when I found myself unexpectedly needing review of a separation agreement with an out of state organization. I was impressed from our initial exchange and q...
Posted by E | August 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Unparalleled support in a tough situation
No one wants to find themselves in a situation where they need to seek legal counsel. That said, I am very thankful to have found such a dedicated, tenacious, supportive, and compassionate lawyer to represent me. When I first requested a consult with him, I was very impressed with just how respon...
Posted by anonymous | July 14, 2014 | Employment & Labor
Personable with High Integrity
I never could have imagined I would be in a situation where I would need to seek legal advice in an employment matter. After much contemplation, I decided to fight for what was right and retained Phillip Kitzer. Through all aspects of my case from discovery, to depositions and mediations, Philli...
Posted by Pamela | August 01, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great lawyer
Mr. Kitzer is a wonderful lawyer! He was very understanding and compassionate with our situation. Phil always kept us informed with what was going on with our case and was always willing to listen about our concerns and answer any questions we had. Phil worked very hard for us and won our case, we co...
"I have had the pleasure and fortune of working with Phillip Kitzer since beginning practice as a lawyer. Phillip is a dedicated advocate, committed to advancing the rights of employees; a hard worker, spending as much time as necessary to make sure he serves his clients; and a great lawyer. I look forward to continuing working with Phillip and strongly endorse him as an outstanding attorney who any employee would be lucky and well-served to have represent her or him."
Employment and labor lawyer
2017
Rising Star, Minnesota Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Minnesota Super Lawyer
2015
Rising Star, Minnesota Super Lawyers
2015
Up & Coming Attorney, Minnesota Lawyer
2014
Rising Star, Minnesota Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Minnesota Super Lawyers
2012
Rising Star, Minnesota Super Lawyers
2020 - Present
Partner, Kitzer Rochel, PLLP
2014 - 2020
Partner, Teske, Katz, Kitzer & Rochel
2013 - 2014
Attorney, Schaefer Halleen
2009 - 2013
Attorney, Halunen & Associates
2015 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationDiversity Committee Member
2015 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationCo-Chair L&E Section CLE & Planning Committee
2011 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Hennepin County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
National Employment Lawyers Association - MN ChapterMember
2014 - 2015
National Employment Lawyers Association (Minnesota Chapter)Ex Officio
2012 - 2014
National Employment Lawyers Association (8th Circuit)Secretary/Treasurer
2011 - 2014
National Employment Lawyers Association (Minnesota chapter)President
2010 - 2015
National Employment Lawyers Association (Minnesota chapter)Board member
Award in favor of employee
Reversed/Remanded to Trial
Defeated Defendant's motion of summary judgment, and the case settled before trial
Defeated summary judgment, and case was settled before trial
Ongoing
Defeated summary judgment and was settled before trial
2009
JD - cum laude
2016
Race and Religious Discrimination in the Workplace
2016
2015
2014
The Changing Landscape of Retaliation Claims: Applying the "But-For" Causation Standard after Gross & Nassar
2012
Civil Causes of Action Related tot he Minnesota Workers' Compensation Act: §176.82
2012
Winning Civil Damages for Retaliation in Workers' Compensation Claims
2015
English