Nicolet Law Accident & Injury Attorneys is proud to announce that five of our attorneys have been recognized by Minnesota Monthly’s 2026 list of Top Lawyers.
- Drew Epperly, Partner
- John Spiten, Partner
- Lindsay Lien, Personal Injury & Food Safety Attorney
- Ryan Muir, Personal Injury Attorney
- Christopher Welch, Personal Injury Attorney
Each year, Minnesota Monthly publishes its list of the state’s top lawyers, an honor earned through rigorous independent research and peer evaluation. Nominations undergo a thorough review, including an online peer-review survey sent to all lawyers in Minnesota. Thousands of votes help determine the final selections.
Drew Epperly, Partner
Drew Epperly continues to establish himself as a standout advocate for injured people in need. He takes the time to explain each step of the claims process to his clients, providing transparent and compassionate advocacy, all while aggressively fighting insurance companies. Drew is dedicated to pursuing the best possible outcome for each case, using a personalized approach for every client.
John Spiten, Partner
John Spiten’s previous experience working for insurance companies means he has inside knowledge of how they evaluate claims and attempt to undermine them. That knowledge gives him the upper hand, no matter what kind of injury case he represents, whether it’s a car accident, trucking accident, dog bite claim, or otherwise. His shrewd strategic know-how combined with his natural compassion has earned him praise from clients and colleagues.
Lindsay Lien, Injury & Food Safety Attorney
Lindsay Lien does not shy away from a legal challenge, from navigating technical details to taking on corporations. Her work continues to earn her recognition and admiration from her peers, colleagues, and clients. With experience delving into the intricacies of complex cases and a natural compassion for her clients, Lindsay provides dynamic, multifaceted advocacy in every case she takes on.
Ryan Muir, Personal Injury Attorney
Ryan Muir understands that a personal injury claim is about more than just recovering compensation, and that as an attorney, he must play many roles in supporting his clients. He takes the time to build meaningful relationships with injury victims, learning more about their lives so he can build personalized approaches to their cases. That way, his clients can feel more secure during the legal process and after their claim is resolved
Christopher Welch, Personal Injury Attorney
Christopher Welch, known as The Midwest’s Cycling Lawyer, brings real-world experience as a cyclist into his consummate legal advocacy. As an avid cyclist who has experienced a crash firsthand, he can quickly establish common ground with his clients, having understood the challenges that come after a serious injury. He is ready to provide his clients with the personalized support and advocacy they need after an injury.
Nicolet Law is honored and proud of these esteemed attorneys whose hard work and dedication are being recognized by the rest of the Minnesota legal community.
Nicolet Law is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to advocating for folks and families injured through no fault of their own in Minnesota, North Dakota, Wisconsin, and Iowa. With a team of experienced attorneys, Nicolet Law provides comprehensive legal representation and personalized support to clients in their pursuit of justice.