About
Recognized as a 2020, 2022 and 2023 Leading U.S. Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyer by…
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As another 1L class gears up for their first days of law school, I’ve been reflecting on a few tips that I wish I had known back in 2011 when I…
As another 1L class gears up for their first days of law school, I’ve been reflecting on a few tips that I wish I had known back in 2011 when I…
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Question for Legal Writers: What steps do you take when writing a legal brief to "hit your stride" sooner rather than later? Context: I am writing…
Question for Legal Writers: What steps do you take when writing a legal brief to "hit your stride" sooner rather than later? Context: I am writing…
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Hy Edelman, one of Maslon's founding partners in 1956, served as a board member for Mt. Sinai Hospital and on then-Minneapolis Mayor Hubert…
Hy Edelman, one of Maslon's founding partners in 1956, served as a board member for Mt. Sinai Hospital and on then-Minneapolis Mayor Hubert…
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Experience
Education
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University of Minnesota Law School
Activities and Societies: Order of the Coif, Phi Kappa Phi, Best Brief and Top Oralist - Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court, First Year Legal Writing Honors
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Activities and Societies: Delta Epsilon Sigma National Scholastic Honor Society, Omnicron Delta Epsilon International Honor Society in Economics, Toastmaster's Club, Arielles Danceline
Licenses & Certifications
Volunteer Experience
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Volunteer Attorney
Volunteer Lawyers Network
Social Services
I regularly volunteer for the Legal Access Point (LAP) clinic at the Hennepin County Government Center and assist VLN with bankruptcy-related matters including the letters to creditors program and assisting pro bono clients on bankruptcy adversary proceedings.
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Volunteer Attorney
Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services, Inc.
Social Services
I have assisted SMRLS pro bono clients on bankruptcy-related matters.
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Volunteer Attorney Coach
Maslon UPLIFT
- Present 2 years 9 months
Children
Maslon UPLIFT: Legal Institute for Teens: Volunteer Coach for St. Louis Park Jr. High School
Publications
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Introduction: What is a Claim?; Types of Claims; Filing a Proof of Claim; Allowance of Claims and Objections to Claims; Post-Petition Claims; Subordination of Claims
Bankruptcy Practice in Minnesota Deskbook, Minnesota CLE
Honors & Awards
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Raeder Larson Public Service Award
Minnesota State Bar Association
Amy’s award follows a recent case in which she successfully pursued a non-dischargeable judgment on behalf of her pro bono client to obtain the return of property wrongfully withheld by a former landlord; the case also resulted in a monetary settlement. In addition, Amy regularly volunteers her time for the defense or pursuit of bankruptcy adversary proceedings for pro bono clients and regularly staffs Volunteer Lawyer Network’s Legal Access Point (LAP) Clinic. Amy also provides pro bono…
Amy’s award follows a recent case in which she successfully pursued a non-dischargeable judgment on behalf of her pro bono client to obtain the return of property wrongfully withheld by a former landlord; the case also resulted in a monetary settlement. In addition, Amy regularly volunteers her time for the defense or pursuit of bankruptcy adversary proceedings for pro bono clients and regularly staffs Volunteer Lawyer Network’s Legal Access Point (LAP) Clinic. Amy also provides pro bono assistance to clients of LegalCORP and Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services (SMRLS) and was a volunteer coach for Maslon UPLIFT: Legal Institute for Teens. Amy is a past chair of the MSBA’s Bankruptcy Section and its Pro Bono Committee and has served as board chair for two nonprofit organizations. She was honored as a North Star Lawyer in 2015-2016 and 2019-2021, a distinction given to lawyers who provide 50 hours or more of pro bono legal services per year.
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Top Women Attorneys in Minnesota
Minnesota Super Lawyers
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Top Women in Finance
Finance & Commerce
Given to only 29 honorees in 2021 including only 2 attorneys, the award recognizes women who are making an impact not only in their professions but in their communities in Minnesota. An outside panel of experts reviewed the nominations and helped make the selections.
Amy devotes an extraordinary amount of time and effort to serving her community through leadership roles, peer support and education, and volunteer work. During the last 20 years, Swedberg has led over 45 educational…Given to only 29 honorees in 2021 including only 2 attorneys, the award recognizes women who are making an impact not only in their professions but in their communities in Minnesota. An outside panel of experts reviewed the nominations and helped make the selections.
Amy devotes an extraordinary amount of time and effort to serving her community through leadership roles, peer support and education, and volunteer work. During the last 20 years, Swedberg has led over 45 educational presentations on a variety of topics within her practice expertise. She regularly volunteers for the Legal Access Point (LAP) clinic at the Hennepin County Government Center and assists the Volunteer Lawyers Network with bankruptcy-related matters, including the letters to creditors program and assisting pro bono clients on bankruptcy adversary proceedings. In 2021, she was elected chair of the Minnesota chapter of the International Women's Insolvency & Restructuring Confederation, having served on its board of directors since 2015. The organization is dedicated to supporting and promoting women in the insolvency and restructuring professions.
Amy will be profiled in the Top Women in Finance magazine and celebrated at an awards event on Nov. 18, 2021, at the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis. -
Minnesota Super Lawyers® 2021-2022
Minnesota Super Lawyers
Minnesota Super Lawyers® is a designation given to only 5% of Minnesota attorneys each year, based on a selection process that includes the recommendation of peers in the legal profession.
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Recognized on Minnesota Rising Stars® list, 2004 - 2005, 2009
Minnesota Super Lawyers
Minnesota Rising Stars® is a designation given to only 2.5 percent of Minnesota attorneys each year.
Languages
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English
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Organizations
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International Women's Insolvency & Restructuring Confederation
President and Chair, March 2021 - March 2023, Board of Directors - Minnesota Network
- PresentIWIRC, the premier networking organization for women in the practice of insolvency and restructuring, helps its members achieve productive relationships by providing a range of practice development and networking opportunities that enhance their professional stature within an open and friendly culture.
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Meritas: Creditors' Rights and Bankruptcy Section
Co-Chair 2006-2008; Chair 2008-2012
- PresentMeritas is the premier global network of business law firms with more than 7,000 lawyers in 180 firms in almost 100 countries and 250 global markets. The Creditor's Rights and Bankruptcy Section of Meritas consists of attorneys in the financial services, insolvency and restructuring practice groups.
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Minnesota State Bar Association: Bankruptcy Section
President and Chair 2015-2016, Vice Chair 2014-2015, Secretary 2013-2014, Treasurer 2012-2013; Education Chair 2011-2012; Editor-in-Chief, Bankruptcy Bulletin 2009-2011; Editorial Board, Bankruptcy Bulletin 2006-2009
- PresentThe Bankruptcy Section promotes interaction and education among practitioners of debtor/creditor law, bankruptcy judges, and the public through regular meetings, educational programs, a mentoring program, and pro bono services.
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Turnaround Management Association
Global Board of Trustees 2021-present; Minnesota Chapter: Board of Directors 2012-2018, President 2018, President Elect 2017; Network of Women (NOW) Committee 2010-present; Chair 2010-2017
- PresentThe Turnaround Management Association (TMA) is the most professionally diverse organization in the corporate restructuring, renewal, and corporate health space. Established in 1988, TMA has almost 10,000 members in 54 chapters worldwide, including 34 North American chapters. Members include turnaround practitioners, attorneys, accountants, advisors, liquidators, consultants, as well as academic, government employees, and members of the judiciary.
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Financial Women International
Board of Directors
-Financial Women International was founded in 1921 as the National Association of Bank Women and continues to lead the way as the largest, longest-standing association devoted to the advancement of women in the financial services industry. FWI is dedicated to developing leaders, accelerating careers, and generating results for professionals in the banking and financial services industry. The association fulfills its mission of developing leaders by providing the tools to fulfill their…
Financial Women International was founded in 1921 as the National Association of Bank Women and continues to lead the way as the largest, longest-standing association devoted to the advancement of women in the financial services industry. FWI is dedicated to developing leaders, accelerating careers, and generating results for professionals in the banking and financial services industry. The association fulfills its mission of developing leaders by providing the tools to fulfill their individual potential and further their contributions in the workplace. The association is renowned for its learning opportunities.
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Congratulations to Nathaniel Ajouri and Carly Johnson on their selection for prestigious leadership positions with the American Bar Association Real…
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Judah will be a great leader on the Federation Board!!
Judah will be a great leader on the Federation Board!!
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Congrats to all my colleagues who were honored on this list!
Congrats to all my colleagues who were honored on this list!
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I am honored to be recognized by Best Lawyers as One to Watch and I am in good company with so many (60%) of my talented Maslon colleagues.
I am honored to be recognized by Best Lawyers as One to Watch and I am in good company with so many (60%) of my talented Maslon colleagues.
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I am honored to once again be named the Lawyer of the Year in Minneapolis by "The Best Lawyers in America" in Securities/Capital Markets Law, the…
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So honored to be named “ Best Lawyer “ along with my Maslon colleagues! To be named Best Lawyer in Tax is such an honor! Thank you to my peers who…
So honored to be named “ Best Lawyer “ along with my Maslon colleagues! To be named Best Lawyer in Tax is such an honor! Thank you to my peers who…
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Congratulations to my talented colleagues honored with “Best Lawyers” and “Ones to Watch” distinction!
Congratulations to my talented colleagues honored with “Best Lawyers” and “Ones to Watch” distinction!
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I’m so grateful to be joining such an esteemed group of lawyers at Maslon next month!
I’m so grateful to be joining such an esteemed group of lawyers at Maslon next month!
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Congratulations to the 47 Maslon attorneys (60%) recognized in the Best Lawyers and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for 2025. Special kudos to Martin…
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Very excited for our clients and to have played a role on such an important issue. Great work Erica Holzer and Mary Pat Byrn, and thanks to everyone…
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