Rebecca Wanous

Rebecca Wanous

Law Clerk

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Attorney

  • Education

    • Mitchell Hamline School of Law

      2009 - 2012
      Doctor of Law (J.D.)

      Dean’s List Spring 2011 – Spring 2012 (Three Semesters)Was a Child Advocacy Clinical Student Director for two semesters.

    • Minnesota State University, Mankato

      2005 - 2008
      Bachelor of Science (BS) Political Science and Government

      Bachelor of Science in Political Science and a Minor in English Communications, Summa Cum Laude

  • Experience

    • Kris A. Wittwer Law Firm

      Dec 2011 - Dec 2014
      Law Clerk
    • Wittwer Syverson, P.A.

      Jan 2014 - Oct 2016
      Legal Associate

      Attend Court proceedings in Workers’ Compensation matters.Handle preparation and filing of intervention motions.Correspond with clients and opposing counsel daily by email or phone. Prepare medical request documents for filing with the Court. Research applicable laws and draft various Court documents related to Workers’ Compensation matters. Assist attorneys with filing and other administrative duties.

    • C. Wittwer Law Office, Ltd.

      Oct 2016 - Feb 2019
      Legal Associate

      Held initial client case evaluations to determine a process for the client’s case. Researched relevant laws, rules, and procedures. Drafted pleadings, motions, orders, memorandum of law and other documents for dissolution, custody, child support, and post-decree matters. Provided ongoing advice, both written and oral, to clients, pursuant to the laws and rules. Represented clients at ICMCs, mediations or ENEs, and Court hearings. Negotiated with opposing counsel to achieve a desirable outcome for the client.Abided by strict deadlines and provided detailed billing to clients. Collaborated in drafting a spousal maintenance Minnesota Court of Appeals reply brief. Show less

    • Autism Advocacy & Law Center

      Mar 2019 - now
      Staff Attorney

      Provide legal representation and services to families in the areas of guardianship, estate planning, and family law.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Qualified Neutral under Rule 114 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice