Amy centers her practice on advising plan trustees and administrators regarding a wide variety of benefit matters, including plan design and amendments, eligibility, enforcement and interpretation of plan provisions, administrative appeals of benefit denials, withdrawal liability, fiduciary responsibility, and prohibited transactions. She identifies potential subrogation claims and ensures health plan assets are recovered in accordance with plan documents and applicable laws and regulations.
An experienced courtroom advocate, Amy also:
- Represents plan trustees in litigation of varying size in complexity in both state and federal courts and appellate levels
- Routinely provides risk assessments and strategies necessary for resolving pending disputes, claims, and litigation
- Works closely with administrators and claims staff to draft plan documents, amendments, agreements, training materials
In her free time, Amy enjoys exploring the Minneapolis lakes with her Sheepadoodle and watching true crime documentaries.
Education
J.D., William Mitchell College of Law, 2002
B.A., University of St. Thomas
Professional Associations
- Hennepin County Bar Association, Member
- Minnesota State Bar Association, Member
- International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans, Member
Honors
- Minnesota Rising Stars for 2007, 2009-2017
Certifications
- Certified Employee Benefits Specialist, International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans