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Shawn Wanta

Wanta Thome PLC
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Shawn Wanta
Wanta Thome PLC
Minneapolis,
 MN

Shawn J. Wanta has dedicated his career to championing workplace equity and individual rights through class and collective actions. Born and raised in Milwaukee WI, Shawn has always had a strong drive to foster a just society. Shawn went on to attend the The University of Wisconsin Madison, where he received his degree in Philosophy and Political Science. Later, Shawn would go on to secure his J.D. from William Mitchell College of Law in Saint Paul, Minnesota, in 2008.

Recognized for his skill in challenging cases, Shawn vigorously defends the rights of employees, and is motivated to deliver for his clients. He ensures their legal protections are enforced. Shawn’s nuanced grasp of employment law intricacies has allowed him to vigorously advocate on behalf of his clients, earning him numerous honors, including multiple selections as a Super Lawyer, Best Lawyers, and the National Trail Lawyers elite Top 100 Civil Plaintiff and Top 10 Wage and Hour attorneys.

With a career hallmarked by steadfast principles and tempered by profound life experiences, Shawn J. Wanta has emerged as an influential voice and respected leader in employment law. His measured counsel and advocacy for workplace parity have cemented Wanta Thome as a pioneer for employees seeking equitable treatment and rightful compensation.

If you are facing workplace inequity, discrimination, or unfair treatment, Shawn J. Wanta and the team at Wanta Thome are ready to fight for your rights. With a proven track record of success in securing justice and rightful compensation for clients, Shawn is committed to providing the skilled legal representation you need. Contact Shawn today for a confidential consultation to discuss your case and learn how he can help you navigate your employment challenges with confidence and clarity. Let Shawn be your relentless advocate in the pursuit of workplace fairness.

Education

  • William Mitchell College of Law, St. Paul, MN, J.D.
  • University of Wisconsin- Madison, Madison, WI, B.A.

Admissions

  • Minnesota Supreme Court
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, 1st Circuit
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, 3rd Circuit
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, 4th Circuit
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, 8th Circuit
  • U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
  • U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
  • U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois

Professional Memberships

  • National Employment Lawyers Association, Minnesota Chapter
  • National Association of Consumer Advocates
  • Federal Bar Association, Minnesota Chapter Member and Pro Se Project Volunteer Attorney
  • Employee Lawyers Association of the Upper Midwest, Past Secretary-Treasurer
  • Minnesota Association for Justice
  • Minnesota State Bar Association, Consumer Litigation Section
  • Minnesota State Bar Association, Solo & Small Firm Section
  • Minnesota State Bar Association, Labor & Employment Law Section
  • American Bar Association, Labor & Employment Law Section
  • Sedona Conference® Working Group Series Member

Honors and Awards

  • Super Lawyers® Super Lawyer, Class Action/Mass Torts, 2022-2024
  • Super Lawyers® Rising Star, Class Action/Mass Torts, 2012-2021
  • Best Lawyers in America©, Consumer Law, 2021-2024; Mass Tort Litigation/Class Action-Plaintiffs, 2023-2024

Publications and Presentations

  • Who’s the Boss? The ever-shifting landscape of Independent Contractors, Misclassification and Joint Employers, Minnesota State Bar Association, Co-presenter with Zaylore Stout and Gina Janeiro, February 17, 2021
  • Whistleblower, Reprisal, Retaliation, Minnesota CLE, Presenter, Sept. 16, 2019
  • Consumer Law 101, MSBA Consumer Litigation Section, Moderator, Feb. 21, 2019
  • Maine Bakery Drivers Lawsuit Will Become Class Action, Portland Press Herald, Interview, Feb. 1, 2019
  • Are Political Texts Legal? And How Can I Stop Them? NBC KARE 11 News, Interview, Oct. 24, 2018
  • Practical E-Discovery Strategies for the Plaintiff's Lawyer, Eighth Circuit National Employment Lawyers Association Conference, Panelist with Bert Braud and Rebekah Bailey, Apr. 6, 2018
  • "How Do Lawyers Get Paid by a Class of Plaintiffs When There is No Fee Shifting Statute?," Mitchell Hamline Law Review, Author, Apr. 5, 2018
  • E-Discovery for the Solo and Small Firm Attorney: The Basics of Doing More with Less, Minnesota CLE Solo and Small Firm Conference, Co-presenter, Aug. 7, 2017
  • Wisconsin Company Offers Optional Microchips for Employees, Al Jazeera, Interview, Aug. 2, 2017
  • Judge Adds Protections for N.C. Workers in Employee Lawsuit Against Bakery, The Charlotte Observer, Interview, Feb. 19, 2016
  • Lepage Bakeries' Parent Company Challenges 'Class Action' Ruling, Maine Business Journal, Interview, Apr. 9, 2015
  • Class Actions: Enter the Consumer Lawyer, Minnesota Lawyer, Co-written with Chris Jozwiak, Mar. 16, 2015
  • Consumer Arbitration Agreements, NBC affiliate KARE 11, Interview, 2015
  • Cost-Effective Discovery of Electronically Stored Data CLE series, Employee Lawyers Association of the Upper Midwest, Presenter, 2015
  • Wage and Hour Battles on the Rise, Minnesota Lawyer Article, Commentator, June 19, 2014
  • Social Media Discovery, 8th Circuit NELA Conference, Panelist, 2014
  • Developing Trends in Wage and Hour Cases in Minnesota, Minnesota-NELA, Presenter, 2014
  • CBS Minnesota WCCO Radio, Discussion of Minnesota and Federal Consumer Protection Laws, Interview, Feb. 22, 2012
  • Wage and Hour Law, The Legal Journal Radio Show, Interview, 2012
  • Class Action Lawyers Target Groupon Over Expiration of Daily Deals, Crain's Chicago Business, Interview, Apr. 23, 2011
  • Minnesota Lawsuit Alleges Deception in Groupon Business Model, Minnesota Public Radio, Interview, Mar. 24, 2011
  • Gift Certificate Laws in Minnesota, Class Action, Consumer Rights, Interview, 2011
  • Minired BP Carwash Voucher Sets Off $5 Million Class-Action Suit, Pioneer Press, Interview, 2011

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