Fryberger, Buchanan, Smith & Frederick, PA

A history that sets us apart.

To see who we are and where we're headed, it helps to know where we started.
The Fryberger office was founded in 1893 by Herschel B. Fryberger, Sr.
Lonsdale Building Move

Mr. Fryberger moved his growing practice to the seventh floor of Duluth's Lonsdale Building, which still serves as the firm's headquarters.
Wheeler Office Established

The Wheeler office was established by Amasa E. Wheeler. The Wheeler firm grew to become Wheeler, Burns, Buchanan & Sanford, and served its clients in the areas of corporate, banking, tax and probate law.
Herschel B. Fryberger, Jr.

Herschel B. Fryberger, Jr. joined his father's practice.
Herschel B. Fryberger, Jr.

Herschel B. Fryberger, Jr. joined his father's practice.
Additional Attorneys

James H. Stewart joined the Wheeler office and Dexter A. Larsen joined Nick Smith and Herschel Fryberger at the Fryberger office.
Harold Frederick

Harold Frederick resigned as Duluth City Attorney to join the firm and help increase Fryberger's emphasis in the field of government law.
Fryberger Wheeler Merger

The Fryberger and Wheeler firms merged, which enhanced their versatility in providing comprehensive services. The merged firms eventually became Fryberger, Buchanan, Smith & Frederick, P.A.
St. Paul Branch Office

Fryberger opened a branch office in St. Paul where attorneys could focus on representing northern Minnesota clients before the legislature and state administrative agencies.
Centennial

Marked the centennial celebration of the Fryberger law firm.
Superior Office

A branch office was opened in Superior to better meet the legal needs of the firm's Wisconsin clientele.

Locations	No. of Attorneys
Duluth, MN	27
Superior, WI	1

Practice Areas	No. of Attorneys
Corporate	3
Education	1
Government and Government Relations	2
Labor & Employment	1
Litigation	5
Real Estate	4
Trusts and Estates	3