Andrew T. Hunstad
Areas of Practice: Family Law
Office Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Direct: 612.336.9303 / Email: ahunstad@lommen.com
Andrew T. Hunstad / Biography
Andrew Hunstad is a highly respected Minnesota divorce and family law attorney with more than a decade of experience guiding clients through complex and high-stakes family law matters. His practice focuses on divorces involving high-net-worth estates, closely held businesses, non-marital asset claims, hidden or undisclosed assets, novel financial and property issues, disproportionate incomes, and significant marital debt.
Andrew provides strategic legal counsel to business owners, executives, professionals, and their spouses facing intricate financial and custody issues. He has represented entrepreneurs, C-suite and D-suite executives, public figures, and professionals with medium- to high-net-worth estates, as well as their spouses. He is well-versed in the nuances of business valuation, income analysis, spousal maintenance (alimony), and the tracing of non-marital property claims.
Andrew’s strength lies not only in litigation and negotiation, but also in his attention to detail and deep understanding of financial matters. He genuinely enjoys the math involved in complex asset and income analyses, and he takes pride in providing precise, data-informed legal advice.
Andrew is a serious student of the law. He closely follows appellate decisions—reviewing new opinions from the Court of Appeals and Supreme Court each week—and prioritizes understanding statutory amendments as soon as they are signed into law, not just when they take effect. His legal knowledge is thorough, current, and deeply informed by both case law and legislative developments. But Andrew’s role isn’t to theorize or preach about the law—it’s to apply it and advocate for his clients. He helps clients understand how the law intersects with the specific facts of their case and provides clear, competent, and practical legal advice. This empowers his clients to make well-informed decisions about their finances, their families, and their futures.
Andrew firmly believes that positive outcomes in family law start with understanding—not just what his clients want, but why they want it. He works collaboratively to identify those goals and the reasoning behind them, and then builds strategies to reach the desired outcome. Known for his candid communication style, Andrew does not sugarcoat legal realities. He believes that transparency and honest counsel are essential to helping clients make smart, informed decisions—especially in emotionally charged disputes.
To Andrew, family law is not just a legal profession—it’s a customer service job. He doesn’t delegate client relationships to staff. Clients have his direct contact information, and they know he is available to respond personally and promptly to questions or concerns.
Whether negotiating a fair and dignified settlement or advocating in court, Andrew is a strong, strategic voice for his clients. He is a skilled communicator, empathetic listener, and problem-solver who helps clients move forward with clarity and confidence.
In addition to divorce litigation, Andrew frequently represents clients in post-decree proceedings, child custody disputes, parenting time (visitation) matters, child support modifications, and domestic abuse protective orders. He also drafts and negotiates antenuptial (prenuptial) and postnuptial agreements tailored to his clients’ unique needs.
Andrew has extensive experience representing parents in high-conflict custody matters, including cases involving allegations of abuse, neglect, and parental alienation. He prioritizes the best interests of the children while helping parents navigate highly sensitive family dynamics.
Andrew’s work has earned consistent recognition from peers and professional organizations. He has been named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers every year since 2020 and was honored as a Best Lawyer in 2024. Andrew has also been recognized by Minnesota Monthly, Top Lawyers in Minnesota. The National Academy of Family Law Attorneys recognized him as one of the Top 10 Family Law Attorneys Under 40 in Minnesota (2019–2020, 2022–2023), and the American Institute of Legal Counsel has included him on its “10 Best” list since 2019.
Outside of work, Andrew enjoys traveling, reading, cooking, tackling home improvement projects, and pretending to know how to garden.
Leadership + Activities
- Dakota County Bar Association, Board, 2018 to present
- American Bar Association, 2017 to present
- Minnesota State Bar Association (including Hennepin County Bar Association), 2017 to present
- Minnesota Lavender Bar Association, 2017 to present
- Collaborative Law Institute, 2017 to present
- First District County Bar Association, 2017 to present
Community + Pro Bono Work
- Volunteer Attorney with Wills for Heroes
- Volunteer Attorney with Legal Assistance of Dakota County, 2017 to present
Feedback
Thank you for everything once again. You have made my life a lot easier and taken a mountains worth of stress out of my life. I will definitely reach out if anything comes up.
Tim
Andrew Hunstad is honest, truthful, knowdependable, always responds asap, and has made my divorce case the best experience I’ve ever had with an Attorney. With absolutely no thought I could get what was fair from the divorce, Andrew made sure I got what was fair and I’m extremely pleased and thankful. Hands down…the #1 place to go to for your divorce case. If you’re able to, ask for a consultation with Andrew Hunstad…you won’t regret it!
Kari
Feeling lost, with the pending divorce after 19 years of marriage, I reached out to Andrew T. Hunstad…. He gave me the best advice ” Get a good therapist because I am not. But I am an excellent attorney.” He had my back through the entire process. And that was worth every dollar I spent.
Judi T.
A friend recommended I talk with Andrew Hunstad after my first attorney stopped communicating with me. I decided to hire him to take over my case.. Andrew was very professional and responsive to my calls and emails. From the beginning, Andrew listened to me. I told him what was important to me and he did not forget. Divorce is not much fun but finding someone who can explain the law, communicate my concerns, and deliver made it easier. Take my advice, talk to him before you hire anyone else.
I hired Andrew for my divorce. I couldn’t have made a better choice. His hard work secured maintenance and financial security for my family.
Sarah
Hunstad, when we first met, we discussed my concerns related to the divorce and spousal maintenance, amongst other things. You were candid in your advice and told me what I needed to hear. Your understanding of the law and the emotions involved saved me from making a costly mistake. You literally saved me $7,000 each month. Thank you, again.
Jon
Andrew was always very responsive to my inquiries and was able to complete my divorce in only six weeks.
Very satisfied! Andrew Hunstad and the staff were helpful and responsive to all of my questions and concerns. They made a very difficult time for me as quick and as painless as possible. He is a real professional and made all legal matters a walk in the park for me. From the free consultation, all the way until the finalization Andrew and the staff were extremely professional and knowledgeable about the process. Highly recommend!
Venessa
I was encouraged to hire an attorney for my divorce, I didn’t know where to begin looking. I found Andrew through the Ramsey County Bar Association. I did an initial consultation with him and hired him on the spot. Andrew is knowledgeable, helped me understand all the legalities. He works hard to be fair and provide an equitable outcome. I would recommend him and have recommended him to several people.
Bev
Hunstad is a very good Lawyer. He has excellent communication skills. He is kind hearted, understandable. Anytime I called upon him, he was always there to communicate with me. I highly recommend Mr. Hunstad.
Valoree
He is your guy! Mr. Hunstad – I cannot thank you enough for your help over the last few months. The divorce was difficult enough but it was easier having a lawyer that would tell me the truth.
Paul
Andy has helped me with legal advice for my startup company. I wanted to write a promissory note so an individual could provide a startup loan. He was able to tailor a note specifically to my business, relationship with the individual, and Minnesota Law. I also wanted to review my Articles of Org and Member Control Agreement to determine procedures for adding members with ownership of units, governors to the board, committees on the board, and officers. Again, he was able to tailor the information specifically to my business. The advice will help me allow individuals to get involved in my company, follow my company’s and MN’s requirements, and not create conflicts or risks.
Bryce
Hunstad was both helpful and patient with me. He walked me through my employee contract step by step. While going through each part of the contract, he was able to put everything into laymen’s terms if I didn’t fully understand the technical aspects. He also had a great grasp of current laws, both state and federal. Overall I would highly recommend him based on both knowledge and communication.
Alan
Thankful every single day for the outcome Andrew achieved! I hired Andrew long distance by phone. We discussed my marriage and many of the unique financial aspects to it, and what I hoped to accomplish in the settlement agreement. Andrew was extremely patient with me and the emotional struggle I had with exiting a long term partnership that I did not plan to leave. Andrew was methodical and calm and wise and dug in to get the complete information, but remained calm and friendly and available to me as if I was his only client. In the end, he went to court without me even there. I met him once, briefly; which in hindsight seems outrageous for a person who’s legal work amounts to several million dollars worth of settlements. I couldn’t be more happy with what Andrew accomplished for me and for how kind he was doing it. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing a divorce attorney. His attention to detail and his knowledge of the law was priceless.
Linda
Experience
- D.M. V. S.J.M., NO. A20-0422, 2020 WL 6554653, at *1 (Minn. Ct. App. NOV. 9, 2020).
Education
- Western Michigan University, Thomas M. Cooley Law School, J.D., cum laude, 2013
- South Dakota State University, B.S., 2010
Bar Admissions
- Minnesota, 2013
- U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota, 2017
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit, 2018
- Wisconsin, 2024
News + Articles
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