Elections and Redistricting
Greene Espel takes on attacks to voting rights and democratic institutions—and wins. We take on lawsuits to tackle voter suppression, election subversion, and districting issues.
Greene Espel’s Elections and Redistricting practice is focused on all things pro-democracy. We know how to develop lawsuits that protect voting rights and advocate for fairly drawn district maps.
We represent political parties and campaigns in disputes arising out of elections and recounts. We partner with individuals and organizations seeking to ensure fair election processes and to eliminate obstacles to voter registration and participation. And we have experience with regulatory bodies, including the Office of Congressional Ethics (OCE).
We are uniquely effective at this work because our team is also experienced in federal, state, and local politics. Many of our team members have served on political campaigns, so we understand the ins-and-outs of the political process. Our team members also served as counsel to the Minnesota Special Redistricting Panel, Political Research Deputy at EMILY’s List, and other relevant partners.
Areas of Representation
- Voting rights
- Redistricting
- Recounts
- Campaign finance
- Election process and procedure
- Prosecuting and defending complaints under the Minnesota Fair Campaign Practices Act
Attorneys
Katherine M. Swenson
Attorney
kswenson@greeneespel.comRelated Practices
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Appellate
Explore Practice Area“What’s next?” Greene Espel can guide you through the appellate process, providing an objective assessment of the pivotal issues, developing a strategy based on how appellate judges are likely to view a case in light of legal, institutional, and policy considerations, and advocating effectively.
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Local Government Defense
Explore Practice AreaLocal government defense is a cornerstone of Greene Espel’s practice.
Events & Presentations
- August 18, 2025. Kate Swenson to Present on U.S. Supreme Court Rulings Civil Rights and Constitutional Freedoms for Minnesota CLE
- August 15, 2024. Kate Swenson to Present at Minnesota CLE's 2024 U.S. Supreme Court Update
- February 20, 2024. Kate Swenson to Present on Pre-Trial Preparation for Minnesota CLE
EXTRAORDINARY NEWS
Greene Espel Attorneys Named 2025 North Star Lawyers for Pro Bono Service
The MSBA awards North Star Lawyer designations to members who have provided at least 50 hours of pro bono in a given year.
Chambers USA Recognizes Greene Espel for Commercial Litigation and Labor & Employment in Minnesota; Jeanette Bazis, Sybil Dunlop, Jenny Gassman-Pines, Kate Swenson, and X. Kevin Zhao Ranked Lawyers
The rankings are the result of in-depth market analysis and independent research conducted by an experienced team of researchers. Chambers rankings are the definitive mark of excellence across the legal industry.
Greene Espel offers services in the political arena that few firms can beat.