Sellano Simmons
Sellano is an accomplished trial lawyer and leader who has tried over 50 jury trials. Sellano counsels and represents clients on critical matters involving complex litigation.
With over 17 years of legal experience as a trial attorney in both criminal and civil matters, Sellano has a deep understanding of directing individuals and companies through crises. Sellano has represented a diverse span of clients and provided legal counsel and advice on a range of legal topics, including employment, criminal, civil, compliance and contract litigation.
Sellano advises clients and conducts internal investigations to mitigate potential future litigation. Sellano works to understand client’s goals to minimize risk, limit impact, and obtain the most advantageous outcome possible. Sellano’s clients appreciate his business acumen and problem-solving skills.
Prior Experience: Sellano began his legal career at Dorsey and Whitney LLP as an associate in the Trial Group. He was an associate counsel with Target Corporation’s Employment Relations Department.
HOWARD UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW, Washington, D.C., Juris Doctorate, 2006
HOWARD UNIVERSITY, Washington, D.C., Bachelor of Arts, 2001, cum laude
ACTIVITIES
National College of Criminal Defenders, Member
National Bar Association, Corporate Law Section Member
Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers, Member
Board Member, Youth and Teen Enrichment Center YMCA
HONORS
2010 Heroes for Children Award, Children’s Law Center of Minnesota
2010 Dorsey and Whitney LLP Diversity Service Award
PUBLICATIONS
“The Nexus of Food Dye and Hyper Kids”; Law360; April 26, 2011
“What’s in a Label: Food and Drug Administration Considers Nexus Between Food Color Additives and Hyperactivity in Children,” Dorsey and Whitney Products Liability News Alert; April 4, 2011 (article requested by Law360)
Count Them Too, The Journal of Negro History, Vol. 85, 2000
- Labor and Employment
- White Collar Criminal Defense
- Commercial Litigation
- Government Contracts Counseling and Litigation
