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Aafedt Forde: Trusted Legal Counsel for Over a Century

Rooted in tradition and built on a foundation of excellence, our firm is recognized as a leading force in workers’ compensation and insurance defense law. Our services are tailored to meet the complex needs of our clients—ranging from Fortune 500 companies to local family-owned businesses. Our history reflects our commitment to client-focused solutions; as we look to the future, we are dedicated to maintaining the integrity, trust, and expertise that has defined our legacy.

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With attorneys licensed in Minnesota and Wisconsin, we offer services in workers’ compensation defense, civil litigation, subrogation, and mediation.
Our Services

Expertise You Can Rely On

Our legal professionals bring decades of experience to complex matters. By staying at the cutting edge of legal developments, our team provides up-to-date, realistic evaluations on every case, ensuring that our clients are always positioned for success.

Meet The Team

Attorney Spotlight

Jason Schmickle

“I value and am grateful for the relationships I’ve built with my clients—some spanning nearly 20 years. I believe an effective, efficient defense requires true collaboration between all parties involved. I’m always focused on finding resolutions that address each of my clients’ concerns, with communication as the cornerstone.”

Attorney Spotlight

Jason Schmickle

Jason Schmickle is a shareholder at Aafedt, Forde, Gray, Monson & Hager, P.A., with more than 20 years of experience in insurance defense litigation. He focuses his practice on subrogation, bringing a results-driven approach to recovering losses and resolving complex disputes. In addition to his subrogation work, Jason has broad experience in civil litigation, including personal injury, construction defects, and workers’ compensation matters. Known for his enthusiastic and effective representation, Jason has successfully handled numerous jury trials throughout his career.

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