Christopher Jozwiak

Christopher D. Jozwiak is a prominent attorney specializing in employment law, currently serving as the Founding Partner of Jozwiak Employment Law LLC in Minneapolis, Minnesota. His extensive litigation experience encompasses both trial and appellate practices in state and federal courts, focusing on a wide range of employment issues including retaliation, sexual harassment, wage and hour violations, whistleblower reprisal, discrimination, and wrongful termination.1

Education and Career Background

• Education: Jozwiak earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Macalester College (1996-2000) and his Juris Doctor from the University of Minnesota Law School, graduating with honors (2003-2006).
• Professional Experience:
  • Jozwiak Employment Law LLC: Founding Partner since March 2023.
  • Baillon Thome Jozwiak & Wanta LLP: Founding and Managing Partner from October 2011 to March 2023.
  • Halunen & Associates: Managing Attorney from 2006 to 2011.
  • Judicial Extern: United States District Court, Minnesota from 2005 to 2006.1

Professional Recognition

Jozwiak has received numerous accolades throughout his career:

• Named a Minnesota Rising Star by Super Lawyers multiple times (2011-2013).
• Recognized as a Minnesota Super Lawyer from 2014 to 2017.
• Listed in the Best Lawyers in America for Employment Law in 2017 and 2018.
• Awarded the title of Employment Law Specialist by the Minnesota State Bar Association in 2014.1

Contributions and Leadership

In addition to his legal practice, Jozwiak has been actively involved in professional organizations. He previously served as the Chair of the Minnesota State Bar Association's Labor and Employment Council and currently chairs the Labor & Employment Section's Specialist Certification Board. He is also known for delivering presentations on discrimination and harassment topics.1

Christopher Jozwiak's commitment to employment law and his extensive experience make him a notable figure in the field.