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Kesha L. Tanabe
About Kesha
Biography
Kesha Tanabe is an experienced bankruptcy attorney. Prior to joining the Vogel Law Firm, she was a U.S. Bankruptcy Judge for the District of Minnesota from 2022-2025 and she sat by designation in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of South Dakota from 2022-2024. She is a board-certified Business Bankruptcy Specialist, she has served as a Subchapter V Bankruptcy Trustee in Region 12, and she has taught bankruptcy classes at several law schools. She enjoys mentoring young bankruptcy lawyers and law students, and she is a frequent lecturer on bankruptcy-related topics nationwide.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Minnesota for 18 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 19 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Licensed in North Dakota for 9 years
State: North Dakota
Acquired: 2016
No misconduct found
Location
Vogel Law Firm
218 Northern Pacific Avenue, Fargo, ND, 58102
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Kesha L. Tanabe's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | February 6, 2015 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Excellent Communication
My problem was more complicated than a simple collection case. Kesha was straightforward with me about her fee schedule. She even offered to refer me to an attorney that might work on a contingency basis. I haven't engaged an attorney yet. I may return to Kesha based on her forthrightness, immedi...
Posted by Beth | December 5, 2014
LLC formation
Kesha was extremely responsive to every question and thorough in making sure I understood the process and retain all legal documents, and to make sure I was legally positioned to make next steps in the start of my company.
Posted by Emily | October 27, 2014
Thank you Kesha
Kesha is quite the knowledgable person. She did everything in her power to give me a clear understanding of what was happening in my situation, and how to move forward. I found her ethical practice to be quite extraordinary, and impressive. I'd work with Kesha again in a heartbeat. I certainly kn...
Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2014
Employment Law
Kesha helped my small business navigate a difficult employment situation and helped to clarify the employees legal issues with OIG. She clearly understood the law and also took the time to help us determine the best way to resolve the issue without further legal ramifications.
Posted by Nissa | October 23, 2014
Thorough, respectful and knowledgable.
Kesha was the perfect person to review my new lease and guide me through the process of negotiating aspects of the lease with my landlord. She was considerate of my wishes and very knowledgable of the law. She also had some very sensible suggestions to amend the lease that really protected my busines...
Kesha L. Tanabe's Lawyer Endorsements
"I first became acquainted with Kesha Tanabe because she is an active and highly respected member of the Bankruptcy Section of the Minnesota State Bar Association. I recently was opposing counsel in a matter that Tesha handled. Because the amount in controversy approached $1 million and there were allegations of fraud, the case could very easily have cost our respective clients a fortune to resolve. Instead, due in no small part to Kesha's ability to effectively evaluate the facts and her solid understanding of the applicable bankruptcy law, we were able to reach an early settlement that was acceptable to both of our clients. I endorse Kesha without any reservations."
"Kesha Tanabe brings tenacity, toughness, and competency to her handling of complex legal matters. After working at some of the top law firms in the Twin Cities area, Kesha Tanabe started her own law practice, and I've witnessed Kesha Tanabe quickly build an impressive practice. At Tanabe Law, Kesha offers dedicated, aggressive representation to her clients by representing creditor interests in Ch. 11 bankruptcies. Kesha Tanabe practices at a high level, and I recommend her law firm without hesitation."
"I endorse Kesha! She is a zealous advocate for her clients, and gets great results!"
Andrea Cobery
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
John Lamey
Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Top Women Attorneys, SuperLawyers
2012
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
Work Experience
2007 - 2013
Partner, Maslon Edelman Borman & Brand, LLP
2005 - 2007
Assistant Attorney General, New York Attorney General
Associations
2013 - Present
International Women's Insolvency and Restructuring Confederation (New England Network)Board Member
2013 - Present
Minnesota Women LawyersCo-chair Public Policy Advocacy Committee
2012 - Present
Turnaround Management Association (Northwest chapter)Co-Chair Women's Network
Sample of Legal Cases
In re Geokinetics, Inc.
Evergreen Energy, Inc.
Evergreen Solar, Inc.
Bionol Clearfield, Inc.
Los Angeles Dodgers, LLC
Satelites Mexicanos, S.A. de C.V.
Insight Health Services Corp.
Education
2005
Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
London School of Economics and Political Science
MS - Master of Science
2001
University of St. Thomas
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Minnesota State Bar Association
Bankruptcy Litigation Update
Publications
2014
Bankruptcy Bulletin
MSBA Bankruptcy Section
2014
Ethics Subcommittee Newsletter
American Bankruptcy Institute
2012
The Business Lawyer
American Bar Association
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides