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  • Michael J. Vetter, Jr.
  • Associate
  • Arthur Chapman Kettering Smetak & Pikala, P.A.
  • Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • 612-375-5991  direct dial
  • 612-339-7655  fax

  • mjvetter@arthurchapman.com
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Michael specializes in Auto, Construction, General Liability, and Insurance Coverage law. His background includes honing his skills in civil litigation at a boutique insurance defense firm before joining Arthur Chapman. Additionally, he spent nearly two years as a law clerk in Nashville, Tennessee, where he developed a deep understanding of legal writing and gained insights into diverse viewpoints on civil litigation matters. Michael is dedicated to advocating for clients and striving to secure the most favorable outcomes for them. 

Michael graduated from Marquette University, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in Anthropology and a minor in Sociology. Upon moving to Missouri, Michael attended Saint Louis University School of Law. While there, he was awarded the Saint Louis University School of Law Academic Excellence Award (given to the highest grade-point average) in the Seminar: Law and Religion.

Outside of the legal community, Michael enjoys going on road trips, antique restoration, and fishing. Since moving to Minnesota, he has enjoyed visiting the many state parks and the cityscape of the Twin Cities.


Education

Saint Louis University School of Law, J.D., 2021
Marquette University, B.A., 2018


Bar Admissions

Minnesota, 2022
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota, 2024


Professional Associations and Memberships

Minnesota Defense Lawyers Association, New Lawyers Committee - Co-Chair
Minnesota State Bar Association


Licenses

Minnesota

Practice Areas


Legal Team