Constitutional Litigation
Constitutional litigation is a cornerstone of Greene Espel’s practice. We represent individuals, private businesses, and government entities where their actions raise constitutional issues.
Our attorneys have experience litigating a multitude of issues in the government sector. We have defended land-use and zoning decisions made by cities, counties, and other public bodies. We have defended claims against government entities arising from land-use regulation, including “takings,” free speech and association, and substantive and procedural due-process claims.
Attorneys
Katherine M. Swenson
Attorney
kswenson@greeneespel.com
Related Practices
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Local Government Defense
Explore Practice AreaLocal government defense is a cornerstone of Greene Espel’s practice.
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Appellate
Explore Practice Area“What’s next?” Greene Espel can guide you through the appellate process, providing an objective assessment of the pivotal issues, developing a strategy based on how appellate judges are likely to view a case in light of legal, institutional, and policy considerations, and advocating effectively.
Events & Presentations
- September 26, 2025. John Baker and Kate Swenson to Present at Minnesota CLE's 2025 Government Law Institute
- August 18, 2025. Kate Swenson to Present on U.S. Supreme Court Rulings Civil Rights and Constitutional Freedoms for Minnesota CLE
- August 15, 2024. Kate Swenson to Present at Minnesota CLE's 2024 U.S. Supreme Court Update
EXTRAORDINARY NEWS
Greene Espel Attorneys Named 2025 North Star Lawyers for Pro Bono Service
The MSBA awards North Star Lawyer designations to members who have provided at least 50 hours of pro bono in a given year.
Chambers USA Recognizes Greene Espel for Commercial Litigation and Labor & Employment in Minnesota; Jeanette Bazis, Sybil Dunlop, Jenny Gassman-Pines, Kate Swenson, and X. Kevin Zhao Ranked Lawyers
The rankings are the result of in-depth market analysis and independent research conducted by an experienced team of researchers. Chambers rankings are the definitive mark of excellence across the legal industry.