Meet the Team
Minnesota’s trusted tax law professionals.

Benjamin A. Wagner
Ben represents businesses and individuals against the Internal Revenue Service, the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and the Minnesota Department of Revenue in audits, administrative appeals, collection cases, court actions, seizures, and a variety of other cases.

Kathleen E. (Splett) Pfutzenreuter
Kathleen represents individuals and businesses in tax controversies involving the Internal Revenue Service, Minnesota Department of Revenue, and Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.

Kala L. Heger
Kala is a Paralegal with a B.S. from Winona State University. As a Paralegal, Kala works closely with clients and attorneys collecting information, assisting in analyzing the situation, and responding to inquiries from the Internal Revenue Service and Minnesota Department of Revenue.

Candace L. Sietsema
Candace (Candi) is the firm’s Office Manager and has been working with the team for more than 15 years. In addition to all of her office responsibilities, Candi helps us communicate effectively with our clients regarding the status of their case.

Laura D. Hockert
Laura is a Paralegal with an A.A.S. in Paralegal Studies from the Minnesota School of Business. As a Paralegal, Laura assists the firm’s attorneys by collecting and analyzing information from clients and by responding to state and federal tax agencies.