St. Paul, MN family law attorney Allyson Kerr shares the most rewarding aspect of her practice as well as her background & experience. She shares that the most rewarding aspect of her practice is helping families navigate what is often a very difficult time. She finds fulfillment in developing creative solutions tailored to each family’s unique circumstances, easing the emotional burden, and guiding them through what can feel like an overwhelming legal system.

Her background reflects a deep commitment to supporting families. Before attending law school, she worked for several years as a victim advocate for domestic violence survivors at a nonprofit in the Twin Cities, assisting clients in both criminal and civil courts. That role gave her firsthand exposure to the court system and sparked her interest in pursuing a legal career. During law school, she gained further experience by interning at legal aid organizations and the county attorney’s office, where she worked in family law and juvenile protection.

Drawing on those experiences, she realized family law was a natural fit for her skills and interests. After law school, she clerked for a judge in Hennepin County’s family court, where she worked exclusively on family cases. That experience confirmed her passion for the field, and since then, she has dedicated her career to practicing family law.