John Warchol is a native of the Twin Cities and a graduate of the University of Minnesota. After graduating from the Hamline University School of Law with honors in 1980 John spent several years working under the direction of some of the Twin Cities best attorneys. Today, he is not only a seasoned trial and appellate attorney, but also a skilled, level-headed negotiator who serves his client’s interests by bringing common sense, savvy, and tenacity to the table without losing sight of the client’s goals. These skills combine to assist clients toward resolution of their issues, often avoiding or reducing the cost of the traditional adversarial court process. He is well respected by his clients, fellow attorneys, expert witnesses, mediators, and business people. Over the years, many of his referrals have come from opposing parties or their counsel who have experienced first-hand the measure of his skills. John has lectured at numerous continuing legal education conferences during his career. For over ten years he has served as an adjunct professor of law at Hamline University School of Law sharing his expertise and experience with the next generation of lawyers. John’s professional accolades include being the recipient of the M. Arnold Lyons Scholar Award for outstanding academic achievement in his graduating class, and recognition by his peer as a Minnesota Super Lawyer five years in a row. John has three grown children and enjoys sailing, golf, and good food in his spare time.