The "Top 10" list represents Minnesota lawyers who received the highest point totals during the nomination, research, and peer review process.

The Minnesota Rising Stars designation is given to only 2.5 percent of Minnesota attorneys each year.

The Minnesota Super Lawyers designation is given to only 5 percent of Minnesota attorneys each year.

VLN's mission is to protect and promote the basic human needs of people in poverty through the power of legal volunteers.

The award is reserved for the state's most talented and dedicated legal support professionals in the following categories: accounting, firm administrator, IT, law librarian, legal marketer, legal secretary, and paralegal.

The series brings family, friends, and the larger community together on selected Fridays during the June and July portion of the Music and Movies in the Park Series.

The award is given to those individuals who have shown a life-long dedication to the protection of the citizens of the State of Minnesota through drug enforcement and prosecution.

The rankings are the result of extensive client interviews and research to assess technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial astuteness, diligence, commitment, and other qualities most valued by the client.

The North Star Lawyer program recognizes MSBA members who provide 50 hours or more of pro bono legal services per year to those who otherwise could not afford representation.

The award recognizes the caliber of Schleicher's work, his achievements, and his demonstrated commitment to public service.