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Christopher Paul Rosengren
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Biography
A former U.S. Army Paratrooper and Russian Linguist for Millitary Intelligence, Chris' 27-year post-military career as an attorney include seven years defending Workers Compensation cases in Minnesota for the world's largest retailer, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. An exlusive employee's attorney since opening his own firm in 2008, Chris now applies the knowledge he gained defending Wal-mart to fighting for the rights of injured workers throughout the state. Regardless of the size of the employers and insurers his clients may be up against, Chris levels the playing field for them and ensures they receive all of the benefits to which they may be entitled.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Workers Compensation
100%
25 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
20%-25%
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Licensed in Minnesota for 27 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Rosengren Kohlmeyer Law Office Chtd
401 Sherman St., North Mankato, MN, 56003
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Posted by DJ Matt | January 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Would definitely recommend!
My son suffers from addiction and the legal troubles that often come with that. The first time my son got into trouble I googled best defense attorney in MN and hired him. The second time my son got into trouble it was in another County so I searched for a local attorney. I couldn’t be more grateful ...
Posted by anonymous | November 25, 2008 | Civil Rights
Outstanding Lawyer
I was in my home when the police came to my house and arrested me for a dwi, I was then taken to the new ulm minnesota jail and asked to submit to a breath test, I refused and then lost my driving privalege for a year. Chris got my driving privaleges reinstated based on an unlaful entry into my home....
Christopher Paul Rosengren's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I strongly endorse lawyer Christopher Rosengren. He literally "wrote the book" on workers compensation in Minnesota! His guides are a "how to get results" for the injured worker looking to learn about his legal rights and responsibilities. He is very clearly the go-to-guy for injured workers looking for a fair shake from their employers."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is a highly skilled counsel with a ton of experience in a variety of areas of the law. I highly recommend him for people in Southwestern Minnesota needing a good attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is the perfect lawyer for any client going through the process of recovering on workers compensation. He cares for his clients during what is often a very difficult time and continously obtains incredible results for those clients. I highly recommend contacting this attorney if you are injured on the job."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Rosengren is a very knowledgeable attorney. I recommend him highly."
"I endorse this lawyer. I know Chris is the go to guy in Mankato and Southern Minnesota for Work Comp! I see him working tirelessly for injured workers. He is passionate about fair recovery."
"I highly recommend Chris Rosengren, whom I know as opposing counsel in a family law case. I found Chris to not only be very competent, but also easy to work with, trustworthy, and practical. I would recommend him to anyone. He is a credit to the bar."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Super Lawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine
2018
Super Lawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine
2017
Super Lawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine
2016
Super Lawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine
2015
Super Lawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine
2014
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
Rising Star, Minnesota Law & Politics Magazine
2006
Rising Star, Minnesota Law and Politics Magazine
2004
Pro Bono Attorney of the Year Award, Fifth Judicial District
1993
Army Commendation Medal, Department of the Army
1991
Army Achievement Medal, Department of the Army
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Attorney, Rosengren Law Office, LLC
2008 - Present
Attorney/Partner, Rosengren Kohlmeyer Law Office
2001 - 2008
Attorney, Gislason & Hunter LLP
1998 - 2001
Prosecutor, City of St. Peter
1998 - 2001
Prosecutor, City of Madison Lake
Associations
2006 - Present
Mankato Area Catholic SchoolsFinance Council Member
1998 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember
1999 - 2001
Nicollet County Salvation ArmyTreasurer
Sample of Legal Cases
Miller v. Wal-Mart
Appeals court affirmed the decision.
Reel v. Loftness
Affirmed
State v. Stoll
Trial Court Affirmed
Education
1998
University of Minnesota Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
University of the State of New York
BS - Bachelor of Science
1989
Defense Language Institute
47-week Russian Basic Course
Speaking Engagements
2011
2011 New Lawyer Experience - Summer Session
Cocktail Party Law - Criminal Law and Workers' Compensation
2008
2008 Business Law Conference
Family Medical Leave Act
Publications
Languages
Russian
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
I need surgery for an injury that happened for an employer I no longer work for do they cover it?
10 Apr 2026
Q&A
I’m in rehab after surgery and want to go home Is it legal that w comp insists on home visit first?
03 Apr 2026
Q&A
Do I have legal recourse for continuing PTSD issues from being electrocuted at work?
20 Aug 2025