Jennifer Mortel

Jennifer Mortel is a distinguished attorney located in Cottage Grove, Minnesota, with a primary focus on Estate Planning, Wills & Trusts, and Probate and Trust Administration. She collaborates with families to secure their future goals through comprehensive estate planning strategies, including wills and trusts. Known for her compassionate approach, Jennifer assists grieving families in navigating the intricacies of probate and trust administration after a loved one's passing. Her extensive experience extends to negotiating substantial settlements and adeptly managing cases through litigation.

Before founding Mortel Law, PLLC, Jennifer was a partner at Bowden Cyr Mortel, PLLC from 2009 to 2013, where she represented clients in estate planning matters. Additionally, she served as Assistant Vice-President and head of the Personal Trust Division at Union Bank & Trust, overseeing the administration of various trusts and probate estates.

Jennifer graduated with honors from William Mitchell College of Law in 2002 and is licensed to practice in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Her professional roles include serving as an Arbitrator for the American Arbitration Association and an Adjunct Representation Professor at William Mitchell College of Law.

Recognized for her exceptional legal acumen, Jennifer was named a Super Lawyer from 2021 to 2024, a distinction awarded to no more than 5% of Minnesota's lawyers annually. She was also honored as a Rising Star by Minnesota Super Lawyers in 2012, 2013, and 2017, an accolade given to only 2.5% of eligible attorneys.