Minnesota Lawyer recently named Spencer Fane attorney Jon Farnsworth to its 2025 POWER LIST for Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A). His profile was published in the January 27 edition of the publication.
THE POWER LIST regularly features the power brokers who lead and influence various parts of the Minnesota legal community. This distinction acknowledges Jon’s ability to “[influence] the direction of the law, whose leadership in the community is pervasive, and whose respect within the bar is undeniable.”
In his profile, Jon shared his thoughts on the biggest challenges in the M&A space, the most interesting transaction he’s worked on recently, achieving the perfect work/life balance, the Minnesota business world, and his work at Spencer Fane and beyond.
“I live by the mantra ‘Help good people do good things.’ I am intrinsically motivated to help others, and working hard ‘fills my cup,’” he shared. “I also ensure that I take the necessary time to take care of myself, including playing tennis and hockey, spending time with my family and friends, going camping, fishing, and hunting, and traveling.”
At the firm, Jon assists clients with all aspects of business and technology law, motivated by the belief that the best way to drive progress is to empower business owners and executives with innovative solutions. With a steadfast conviction that an attorney should foster business, not inhibit it, Jon has built his career on being a trusted advisor, enabling entrepreneurs and companies to innovate, grow, and thrive.
Read Jon’s full 2025 POWER LIST profile here. Please note, a subscription may be required.
