About Steven R. Liening
Steve Liening assists clients with many different litigation issues and legal disputes. Steve began his career as a Cryptologic Linguist for the U.S. Army after receiving his Bachelor's Degree from Brigham Young University. He is a combat veteran and received an Associate's Degree in Arabic from the U.S. Defense Language Institute. Steve is fluent in a number of languages, including German and Arabic. After graduating from law school with a number of accolades, including receiving the highest grade in a number of his classes, Steve began his preparation for a career in litigation by serving as a law clerk for a judge. As a law clerk, he performed legal research, drafted judicial orders, and recommended legal decisions. Steve frequently uses this experience when representing clients. Awards and Honors Super Lawyers® Selectees Steven R. Liening included in a Super Lawyers® list Other Sources of Feedback About Steven R. Liening Included on the 2026Minnesota Super Lawyers list Past Lists 2025 Minnesota Super Lawyers list 2024 Minnesota Super Lawyers list
Education
Legal Education
- Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, Memphis, Tennessee
- J.D.
- Honors: CALI Award (highest grade): Income Tax; Feminist Jurisprudence
- Honors: Awarded Herff Presidential Scholarship (full tuition)
- Honors: Associate Justice, Moot Court Executive Board
- Honors: Top Oral Advocate, Advanced Moot Court Competition;
- Honors: Winner, Mock Trial Competition;
- Honors: CourtCall Award for Oral Advocacy
Non Legal Education
- Brigham Young University
- B.A., Music Composition
Past Positions
- Shelby County Chancery Court, Tennessee
Pro Bono Activities
- Apple Valley Chamber of Commerce
Bar Admissions
- Minnesota
Other Affiliations
- Civil Litigation Section of the Minnesota State Bar Association
- Minnesota State Bar Association
- Dakota County Bar Association
Attorney Details
| Full Name | Steven R. Liening |
| Firm | Hellmuth & Johnson |
| Address | 8050 West 78th Street, Edina, MN 55439 |
| Phone | 952-941-4005 |
| Phone | 952-941-2337 |
| Website | hjlawfirm.com |
| Website | hjlawfirm.com/blog |
| New Clients | ✓ Currently accepting |