 As part of the law firm's commitment to the community, our attorneys provide reduced or free legal services to many community-based organizations. One of these organizations is the Wintergreen Food Cooperative, or Wintergreen Natural Foods.
Wintergreen is one of the oldest food coops in Minnesota and provides natural foods in a local grocery store setting. Wintergreen Natural Foods started doing business on November 26th 1976. Since that time, it has been run by a dedicated group of board members, volunteers and employees who maintain and provide Albert Lea with a source of local and organic products. Wintergreen has been a strong supporter and advocate of local growers and producers. Wintergreen proudly sells; Larry Schultz Organic Chicken from Owatonna, MN, Eckstrom Gardens honey from Albert Lea, MN, Whole Grain Milling organic chips from Welcome, MN, Hilltop Gardens vegetables from Hollandale, MN, and so much more. In addition to supporting local businesses, Wintergreen has a continuing effort to support Fair Trade, Women Owned, Orangutan friendly producers and other cooperatively run companies. Attorney Matt Benda acts as the attorney for Wintergreen on a volunteer basis. As issues arise, the Board and staff rely on Benda to provide guidance on contract, employee and board-related matters. If specific issues arise, Benda will attend board meetings in person and provide confidential advice to board members. As explained by Andrew Wescott, Wintergreen Treasurer, "Matt often acts as the go-between for the board and different contract vendors to ensure that Wintergeen is treated fairly. He has always been accessible to the board and his service is much appreciated by the board and everyone that cherishes Wintergreen." In addition, Wintergreen recently went through revamping of their board make-up and procedures. According to outgoing Board President Ariel Barkeim, "Matt was always just an email away and helped provide guidance and insight on everything from how to run a meeting to providing valuable insight on financial and employment related matters." Wintergreen Natural Foods is a great asset to the Albert Lea community and the law firm of Peterson, Kolker, Haedt & Benda, LTD, is proud to call Wintergreen one of our favorite community-based clients! Visit them at Wintergreen Natural Foods.
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David Doppelhammer to join the attorney team at Peterson, Kolker, Haedt & Benda in the Fall of 2020.7/27/2020 The Law Firm of Peterson, Kolker, Haedt & Benda, Ltd. proudly announces a new addition to its team of attorneys. David Doppelhammer will join the law firm this fall. Dave Doppelhammer is a native of Albert Lea and just graduated from Mitchell Hamline School of Law in St. Paul at the top of his class.  Prior to completing law school, he served area residents for nineteen years as a police officer with the Albert Lea Police Department. During that time, he received multiple awards, including meritorious service and community service. Dave has chosen to continue serving the individual needs of clients who live and work in the community by joining Peterson, Kolker, Haedt & Benda, Ltd. Dave believes in finding effective solutions by building relationships and understanding each client’s unique interests. Dave received his bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from St. Mary’s University of Minnesota.
Dave is currently clerking for Judge Kevin H. Siefken in the Third Judicial District in Mower County. Dave is married to Melissa Doppelhammer. They have two children who are both active in youth sports. According to managing attorney, Matt Benda, “Dave is a tremendous addition to our team! He fully understands and appreciates our commitment to client-oriented solutions and community service. He has already established himself as a strong advocate for our community. We are excited to add him to our Team as we continue our long tradition in the community.” Doppelhammer joins Benda, along with Dan Kolker, Stephanie Haedt, and Eythan Frandle. The Firm provides legal services in business law, agricultural law, employment law, estate planning, family law, real estate, probate/trust law, long term care planning and medical assistance. If you would like to know more about Dave or the Law Firm of Peterson, Kolker, Haedt & Benda, please call (507) 373-6491 or visit our website at www.AlbertLeaLaw.com. Also, following our rehab of the Elks Building at the #elksjourney tab on the website. The Firm hopes to be at the new location by the end of 2020. CONTACT: Matt Benda 507-373-6491 (mbenda@albertlealaw.com) We will use this space to highlight volunteer work we do in the community, as well as others' contributions. Please keep an eye out for future articles.  |
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