Hagstrom, Richard M. - Minneapolis, MN
Zelle, Hofmann, Voelbel, Mason & Gette LLP
Civil Litigation: Rick handles a variety of complex litigation matters in state and federal courts across the country. These matters, primarily in the areas of antitrust, insurance coverage and commercial litigation, involve high dollar exposure, and often multiple parties. In antitrust, Rick provides antitrust counseling and has defended and prosecuted numerous antitrust actions. In 2004, Rick was successful in reaching a settlement with Microsoft Corporation of $182 million on behalf of Minnesota businesses and consumers. In the insurance coverage arena, Rick has been national litigation counsel for environmental claims for a major property and casualty insurer. Rick has successfully handled dozens of cases for his insurer clients involving environmental, product, mass tort, and bad faith claims. In addition, Rick has advised insurers on regulatory matters and the development of new policy forms.
In the commercial arena, in addition to antitrust litigation, Rick has represented both plaintiffs and defendants in RICO, unfair trade practices, and intellectual property litigation. |