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The attorneys at D.S. Erickson & Associates, PLLC apply their knowledge and extensive experience to several primary practice areas, including: creditor rights/collection law, provider-side health insurance litigation, commercial litigation and general business law.

Each staff member strives to provide the highest level of service to firm clients. Each attorney at D.S. Erickson & Associates is well versed in their respective practice areas. In order to achieve the best possible results in all areas of legal representation, D.S. Erickson & Associates employs highly skilled paralegal, paraprofessional and legal administrative support staff that work closely with firm lawyers.

The attention to detail, work ethic and commitment to professionalism make D.S. Erickson & Associates a phenomenal team that provides excellent results for clients.

Explore our attorneys at D.S. Erickson & Associates, PLLC.

D. Scott Erickson - Founder

Scott Erickson solves receivables problems and helps clients navigate business opportunities and issues. Representing large, institutional clients to relatively small business entities, Scott offers years of legal experience and business knowledge to client matters and assists clients in reaching their goals.

Whether it is solving a collection issue, advising on contracts or offering guidance on business concerns, Scott provides sound guidance, curiosity and an “always a way” attitude to each client matter.

Scott founded D.S. Erickson & Associates, PLLC and is the firm’s president and chief executive officer. He not only advises businesses, he operates one and takes pride in his work family.

Areas of Practice

  • Creditor Rights/Collection Law
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Health Insurance Litigation (representing providers)
  • General Business Representation

Bar Admissions

Minnesota, Arizona, Georgia, Texas, Iowa, U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota

Education

  • J.D., Hamline University School of Law, St. Paul, Minnesota
  • B.A., University of Minnesota/li>

Professional Associations and Memberships

  • American Bar Association, Member
  • Healthcare Financial Management Association, Member (HFMA)
  • American Collectors Association International (ACA)
  • Texas State Bar Association, Member
  • Iowa State Bar Association, Member
  • Arizona State Bar Association, Member
  • Georgia State Bar Association, Member

Pro Bono Activities

Scott has served and continues to serve on various corporate and charitable boards. He has volunteered with the Minnesota Office of Lawyers Professional Responsibility and has participated as a speaker at numerous continuing legal education programs.

Timothy J. Henkel - Partner

Tim Henkel is a litigator and business transactions lawyer. Whether it is a complex insurance contract issue involving multiple institutional and large corporate entities in Federal Court or a routine merchant contract, Tim is deeply analytical, organized, prepared and thorough.
Perhaps more importantly, Tim achieves excellent results for firm clients with a solutions oriented approach. Tim gets client matters resolved and enjoys the process. Tim began his legal career as a Judicial Law Clerk in Freeborn County District Court, and then joined the firm in 2009 where he has since become a partner. Tim routinely litigates commercial, collection, ERISA, Medicare/Medicaid and other health care related disputes in state and federal courts.

Areas of Practice

  • Health Insurance Litigation (representing providers)
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Creditor Rights/Collection Law
  • General Business Representation

Bar Admissions

Minnesota, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Arizona, Texas, U.S. District Court District of Minnesota, U.S. District Court District of Arizona, U.S. Bankruptcy Court District of Minnesota, U.S. Bankruptcy Court District of Western Wisconsin, U.S. Bankruptcy Court District of Arizona

Education

William Mitchell College of Law, St. Paul, Minnesota
  • J.D. cum laude
  • Honors: Dean’s List
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • B.A.
  • Major: Psychology

Professional Associations and Memberships

  • Healthcare Financial Management Association, Member
  • Wisconsin State Bar Association, Member
  • Texas State Bar Association, Member
  • Arizona State Bar Association, Member

Past Employment Positions

State of Minnesota, Judicial Law Clerk
2008 – 2009

Pro Bono Activities

  • Mitchell Mentor Program, 2009 – 2011
  • Minnesota Fourth Judicial District – Volunteer Ethic Investigator, 2012 – 2013

Gregory E. Hanson - Associate Attorney

Greg Hanson represents some of the largest nonprofit hospitals in Minnesota, Florida and Wisconsin with regard to their various receivable issues, as well as numerous businesses in Minnesota, Florida and Wisconsin in commercial disputes.

Greg believes strongly that businesses and individuals remain accountable for their obligations and is committed to protecting firm clients’ interests. Firm clients can count on Greg’s professional and respectful approach to resolving their issues.

Greg regularly donates his time pro bono as a volunteer for Minnesota Wills for Heroes and is passionate about service.

Areas of Practice

  • Creditor Rights/Collection Law
  • Commercial litigation
  • Workers’ compensation provider remedies
  • Health law compliance
  • Estate planning
  • Trusts and estate administration

Bar Admissions

  • Minnesota
  • Florida
  • Wisconsin
  • U.S. District Court District of Minnesota

Education

  • J.D., Hamline University School of Law, St. Paul, Minnesota
    • Health Law Certificate
    • Health Law Compliance Certificate
  • B.A., University of Minnesota – Twin Cities

Honors and Awards

  • North Star Lawyer, 2015 – Present
  • Rising Star- Super Lawyers, 2017 – Present

Professional Associations and Memberships

  • Minnesota State Bar Association, Member
  • Florida State Bar Association, Member
  • Wisconsin Sate Bar Association, Member

Pro Bono Activities

Wills for Heroes

Christopher M. Venjohn - Associate Attorney

Chris Venjohn is a detail-oriented attorney who works hard to protect the client’s interests. Chris values a close working relationship with clients so they are thoroughly informed, and are involved in their case as it progresses so they can make informed decisions that best suits their needs.

Chris assists firm clients in achieving their goals, while working to resolve their issues.

Chris began his legal career as an attorney at a plaintiff’s employment firm in Kansas City, Missouri, where he developed a strong dedication to serving his clients. Chris then gained valuable courtroom experience as Legal Counsel for the Missouri Department of Revenue. After moving back to the Twin Cities with his family in 2018, Chris worked as a Judicial Law Clerk in Mille Lacs County District Court.

Areas of Practice

  • Creditor’s Rights / Collection Law
  • Commercial Litigation

Bar Admissions

  • Minnesota
  • Iowa
  • Missouri

Education

  • J.D., William Mitchell College of Law, St. Paul, Minnesota
  • M.A., University of South Dakota, Vermillion, South Dakota
  • B.S., University of South Dakota, Vermillion, South Dakota