Rich Ruohonen

When Rich Ruohonen takes a case, insurance companies pay attention. He’s not just another personal injury attorney – he’s a trial lawyer with a reputation for winning.

Over the past two decades, Rich has built his career on securing multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements, including some of the largest in Minnesota history. He doesn’t just aim for a fair settlement; he fights for maximum compensation and guarantees his clients never settle for less than they deserve.

Rich’s success isn’t just about the numbers – it’s about his approach. He prepares every case for trial, knowing that real leverage comes from being ready to step into the courtroom and try a case. With an over 80% success rate in trials, his ability to connect with juries, dismantle opposing arguments, and present compelling narratives has consistently led to win after win. His opponents know he’s not afraid of a fight and that alone can push settlements higher for his clients. TSR Litigation Paralegal Myka Becker says, “Rich is the most tenacious, hard-working person I know. He is dedicated to his clients and really takes time with them. He will always call back. Whenever everyone has left the office, Rich is still working away.”

This work ethic is legendary – attorneys and opponents alike know that when Rich takes a case, he doesn’t stop until he’s secured the best possible outcome.

Rich’s relentlessness isn’t just present in the courtroom. A nationally recognized curler, he has competed at the highest levels of the sport, including winning National Championships and even coming close on several occasions to making the U.S. Olympic team. The strategic thinking, discipline, perseverance, and mental toughness required in competitive curling mirror his approach to litigation: always thinking three steps ahead, always prepared for the next move and always giving it his all.

“Rich operates at a level that’s hard to match,” says fellow attorney Jenny Olson. “He is thorough and always one step ahead.” But despite his intensity in the courtroom, Rich is known for his authenticity and generosity. He mentors young lawyers, elevates those around him, and uses his reputation and confidence to open doors for others. “He is the roadmap for success, and that resonates with juries,” Olson adds. “It’s a thing of beauty to watch.”

A cornerstone of TSR’s success, Rich combines sharp legal insight with passionate and unrelenting advocacy, securing life-changing results for his clients. His leadership has not only helped shape the firm’s reputation as a dominant force in personal injury law but has also set the standard for what it means to be an unstoppable and extremely successful trial lawyer.