Ari brings a focused and disciplined approach shaped by both legal experience and a highly competitive collegiate athletic background. Prior to joining Brown & Carlson, she served as a senior law clerk at a respected workers’ compensation defense firm in Maryland where she gained invaluable hands-on experience in claim handling, legal research, and defense strategy in support of employers and insurers. This early experience deepened her understanding of the nuances of workers’ compensation defense and instilled a practical, client-centered mindset from the outset of her legal career.
In her capacity as an attorney, she remains committed to delivering strategic, results-oriented defense for employers, insurers, and third-party administrators. Whether navigating complex claims or developing proactive litigation strategies, her legal work reflects a harmonious blend of meticulous accuracy, resolute drive, and a commitment to collaboration.
Through her experience as a Division I tennis player, Ari cultivated foundational skills in problem-solving, perseverance, and teamwork — qualities which have seamlessly transitioned into, and now define, her approach to legal advocacy.
Background In Mack v. Menard, Inc., the Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Court of Appeals addressed whether an injured employee was entitled to an on-site job analysis as part of their rehabilitation plan. The employee, a department manager, suffered significant finger injuries
Alyssa grew up in Cottage Grove, Minnesota, and began her academic journey at DePaul University in Chicago, where she fell in love with the Windy City. She later returned home to Minnesota to earn her law degree from the University
In the past, injuries occurring at employer-sponsored recreational programs and sponsored social events were most often viewed as not arising out of and in the course and scope of employment under Minnesota Statute 176.021, subd. 9, unless the employee was