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Kristy Mara

Minneapolis, MN

Licensed for 24 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child support

Language

English

About

 Kristy Mara (formerly Kristy Rodd) has been practicing family law for 20 years.  She creates customized solutions for her clients.  Kristy openly communicates with clients throughout the case so the end result is the best possible outcome. Whether a business-person, a professional or stay-at-home parent, experiencing any legal process in one’s personal life is unnerving.  Kristy gets to know each client as an individual; and tailors the communications and case strategy to meet his or her needs and goals.  Although she is an experienced litigator, she is equally comfortable creating settlement solutions for her clients.  She uses her analytical skills to master the facts and finances for an ideal position for her clients at settlement or trial. Kristy provides an honest assessment of how the process will work for her clients.  When strategizing with a client, Kristy analyzes and quantifies all aspects of the case balancing the costs and benefits.  She breaks down complex matters into basic collars and cents for her clients and uses her expertise to guide them in their decision on whether to settle or go to trial. Kristy focuses her practice on complex litigation including:  valuation of closely-held businesses and corporations, allocation of retirement plans and benefits, analysis of executive compensation, personal and corporate taxation issues, property division, maintenance and alimony, and child custody and support. 

Practices Areas

Child custody

Child support

Divorce and separation

Family

Language

English

Contact

Honsa Mara Landry333 South Seventh StreetSuite 2300Minneapolis, MN, 55402333 South Seventh StreetSuite 2300Suite 2300Minneapolis, MN, 55402

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

anonymous
August 4, 2017

Kristy is a consummate professional. She is thorough, sharp and resourceful. From my experience, Kristy handled our case with superior judgement and advice.

Steve
June 28, 2017

Kristy was very skilled and knowledgeable about the divorce process. She has extensive experience with divorce among higher income, higher net worth individuals, and was able to give me precise, experience-based scenarios for what I could expect regarding spousal maintenance and asset division. She and her team were always available for questions and consultation. Highly recommended.

Greg
June 23, 2017

I was involved in a very complicated and contentious divorce. Kristy was awesome. A quick learner who grasped the complexities. Was able to navigate the system including dealing with other attorneys, judges and mediators. It was obvious she was well respected by mediators and judges. Always responsive to my calls/emails; helped to guide me through the process with great advice and tactical decisions as we worked through things together. A great attorney and an even better person.

anonymous
September 2, 2021

I completely agree with the other Google reviews of this firm. Ms. Mara (and most likely her partner, Ms. Honsa) do not see themselves as assisting the client of seeking a resolution, they are focused solely on billing. They frankly argue with you, the client, more than they do with the opposition and do not proactively seek a solution. There is no compassion, understanding, client care of anything of that sort here. There are many other attorneys that have an interest in doing the best than can for you as a client. It's not this firm whatsoever. Look elsewhere for honest and committed assistance at much more reasonable costs.

anonymous
August 4, 2017

Kristy is a consummate professional. She is thorough, sharp and resourceful. From my experience, Kristy handled our case with superior judgement and advice.

Steve
June 28, 2017

Kristy was very skilled and knowledgeable about the divorce process. She has extensive experience with divorce among higher income, higher net worth individuals, and was able to give me precise, experience-based scenarios for what I could expect regarding spousal maintenance and asset division. She and her team were always available for questions and consultation. Highly recommended.

Greg
June 23, 2017

I was involved in a very complicated and contentious divorce. Kristy was awesome. A quick learner who grasped the complexities. Was able to navigate the system including dealing with other attorneys, judges and mediators. It was obvious she was well respected by mediators and judges. Always responsive to my calls/emails; helped to guide me through the process with great advice and tactical decisions as we worked through things together. A great attorney and an even better person.

anonymous
September 2, 2021

I completely agree with the other Google reviews of this firm. Ms. Mara (and most likely her partner, Ms. Honsa) do not see themselves as assisting the client of seeking a resolution, they are focused solely on billing. They frankly argue with you, the client, more than they do with the opposition and do not proactively seek a solution. There is no compassion, understanding, client care of anything of that sort here. There are many other attorneys that have an interest in doing the best than can for you as a client. It's not this firm whatsoever. Look elsewhere for honest and committed assistance at much more reasonable costs.

anonymous
August 4, 2017

Kristy is a consummate professional. She is thorough, sharp and resourceful. From my experience, Kristy handled our case with superior judgement and advice.

Steve
June 28, 2017

Kristy was very skilled and knowledgeable about the divorce process. She has extensive experience with divorce among higher income, higher net worth individuals, and was able to give me precise, experience-based scenarios for what I could expect regarding spousal maintenance and asset division. She and her team were always available for questions and consultation. Highly recommended.

Greg
June 23, 2017

I was involved in a very complicated and contentious divorce. Kristy was awesome. A quick learner who grasped the complexities. Was able to navigate the system including dealing with other attorneys, judges and mediators. It was obvious she was well respected by mediators and judges. Always responsive to my calls/emails; helped to guide me through the process with great advice and tactical decisions as we worked through things together. A great attorney and an even better person.

anonymous
September 2, 2021

I completely agree with the other Google reviews of this firm. Ms. Mara (and most likely her partner, Ms. Honsa) do not see themselves as assisting the client of seeking a resolution, they are focused solely on billing. They frankly argue with you, the client, more than they do with the opposition and do not proactively seek a solution. There is no compassion, understanding, client care of anything of that sort here. There are many other attorneys that have an interest in doing the best than can for you as a client. It's not this firm whatsoever. Look elsewhere for honest and committed assistance at much more reasonable costs.