John A. Klassen

John A. Klassen is the founder and managing partner of John A. Klassen, P.A., a Minneapolis firm dedicated to protecting employee rights and civil liberties. Since 1994, he has focused exclusively on employment and civil rights law, building a strong reputation for standing up to discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and workplace injustice. His clients trust him to guide them through complex legal issues with honesty and compassion, whether they are facing sexual harassment, wrongful termination, whistleblower retaliation, or wage disputes.

John received his LL.B. from the University of British Columbia in 1992 and his J.D. from Seattle University School of Law in 1993. He also studied at the University of Minnesota, where he was part of the Honors Division and focused on International Relations. His dedication to learning continues today through speaking and writing on cutting-edge employment law topics.

John’s work has earned national and international recognition, with his cases featured by the New York Times, Washington Post, CNN, and Minnesota Public Radio. He has achieved million-dollar results for victims of workplace discrimination and harassment and has handled landmark cases, including the first known reverse sexual orientation discrimination case against a large public agency. John regularly advises employees on severance agreements and non-competition clauses to protect their rights and future opportunities.

John A. Klassen has been named a Minnesota Super Lawyer for over 20 years and is active in the National Employment Lawyers Association and local bar associations. He has published widely on employment law and teaches at legal seminars and law schools. For employees facing workplace injustice, John offers trusted, experienced, and relentless advocacy to hold employers accountable and protect what matters most.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Partner, John A. Klassen, P.A.
• Member, Minnesota State Bar Association
• Member, Hennepin County Bar Association
• Member, National Employment Lawyers Association
• Member, U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit

Licensed State

• Minnesota

Education

• University of British Columbia
  Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)
• Seattle University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Minnesota
  International Relations (IR)

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