Biography
Emma represents clients in a broad range of practice areas, including probate, trust and estate litigation, civil litigation, guardianship, and conservatorship matters. She is committed to providing a client-centered, relationship-driven approach and works closely with clients to achieve practical, effective resolutions through dedicated advocacy.
Before joining Messick Law, Emma represented government entities in insurance defense litigation involving federal civil rights, land use, and employment matters. While in law school, she completed a judicial externship in family court and gained additional experience clerking for an immigration law firm, a large healthcare organization, and the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office.
Outside of her practice, Emma enjoys exploring new restaurants, spending time with friends and family, and traveling.
Practice Areas
- Probate and Estate Planning
- Trust and Estate Litigation
- Guardianship and Conservatorship
- Civil Litigation
Bar Admissions
- Minnesota
- U.S. District Court District of Minnesota, 2024
- U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit, 2025
Education
- University of St. Thomas School of Law, Minneapolis, Minnesota
- J.D.
- Honors: Dean’s Award Employment Law
- Macalester College, St. Paul, Minnesota
- B.A.
- Honors: cum laude
- Major: Political Science and Chinese Language and Culture
Professional Associations
- Minnesota State Bar Association (MSBA)
- MN Lavendar Bar Association (MLBA)