A Legacy of Justice, Now Even Stronger: Lindell & Lavoie Joins Meshbesher & Spence

Meshbesher & Spence is proud to announce a significant growth in our firm and our ability to serve people across Minnesota and nationwide. On February 1, 2026, the respected legal team from Lindell & Lavoie will officially join our firm.

While our name remains Meshbesher & Spence, this merger represents a powerful union of two firms that have spent decades standing up for people during their most difficult moments. By bringing our teams together, we are strengthening our promise to provide the highest level of advocacy for those who have been hurt.

“At Lindell & Lavoie, throughout our many decades of representing injured people and workers, our attorneys have always admired and appreciated the skill, professionalism, and humanity of our fellow Minnesota trial lawyers at Meshbesher and Spence. It was apparent that they practiced the law the same way we did, with great personal attention to their clients, unwavering resolve for justice, and with savviness and expertise. When the opportunity arose for our firms to join forces, the decision was an easy and exciting one.”

– Attorney ​​Ben Lavoie

What This Merger Means for Our Clients

The merger reinforces what our clients have always relied on—experienced counsel, focused attention on their cases, and a deep bench of professionals working together to build strong claims.

Combining our teams allows us to put that commitment into practice in meaningful, measurable ways:

• Over 130 Years of Combined Legal Wisdom: We are merging Meshbesher & Spence’s 65-year legacy with the 70+ years of experience of Lindell & Lavoie. This means your case is backed by over a century of insight into the legal system.
• A Larger, More Powerful Team: Our firm now includes 23 accomplished attorneys. With five attorneys joining from Lindell & Lavoie, along with four additional support staff, we have more people focused on investigating accidents, reviewing medical records, and preparing every case as if it will go to trial.
• Expanded Local Access: We are pleased to announce that Lindell & Lavoie’s current office will now become a Meshbesher & Spence location. This expands our footprint, making it even easier for you to meet with us at a location that fits your life.
• Comprehensive Legal Knowledge: From car accidents, wrongful death, and medical negligence to specialized claims like Workers’ Compensation and PERA disability, our combined team has the specific knowledge to help you move forward, no matter how complex your situation.

Just as important, clients of Lindell & Lavoie will continue working with the same attorneys and staff they already know, now backed by the expanded resources of a firm that has been serving injured Minnesotans since 1961.

Welcoming New Faces to the Meshbesher & Spence Family

We are honored to welcome Ben Lavoie, James Lindell, James Lavoie,  Grim Howland, and Andjelka Moline to our firm. These attorneys are well-known throughout Minnesota for their integrity and their relentless work ethic. All five are recognized as ‘SuperLawyers’, the firm has been honored by ‘Best Law Firms’, and James Lindell and James Lavoie have been named among the ‘Power 30’ by Minnesota Lawyer.

Their approach to client care and case preparation closely aligns with the standards Meshbesher & Spence has upheld for more than six decades.

A Stronger Team Built on Familiar Values

Since 1961, Meshbesher & Spence has been a fixture in the Minnesota legal community. We’ve grown from a small office to a firm that has recovered over $1.1 billion for our clients.

This merger isn’t just about getting bigger; it’s about getting better. We know that the lawyer you choose makes a difference in the outcome of your story. By joining forces with Lindell & Lavoie, we are ensuring that every person who walks through our doors has the best possible chance at a fair outcome and a brighter future.

This is not a shift in direction. It is a strengthening of what has always defined our firm.

Meshbesher & Spence and Lindell & Lavoie: One Team, the Same Care

Although our team is growing, clients can expect the same steady communication, thoughtful advice, and determined representation that have long defined Meshbesher & Spence. This next chapter adds depth to our practice, not only for growth’s sake, but so we can do this work more carefully, thoroughly, and effectively.

If you have questions about how this merger affects your current case or if you are looking for guidance after an injury, we are ready to talk. Our expanded team is here to listen, understand what happened, and help you think through the next steps.

You can reach Meshbesher & Spence at (612) 339-9121 or connect with us online to start a conversation.