Paul Brink
Associate Attorney
Paul Brink
Associate Attorney
Paul has always been drawn to the legal field because he wants to do work that makes a positive difference in people’s lives and in the community. Originally from rural Kansas, Paul attended Wichita State University as an undergraduate, earning degrees in both Economics and Political Science. Paul and his spouse Ashley then spent time in Colorado where Paul worked in advocacy and in constituent services for elected officials before returning to Kansas to attend Washburn Law School.
As a student, Paul had the opportunity to represent actual clients through the Washburn Law Clinic, which serves individuals unable to afford to hire an attorney. This work included representing a client through a jury trial for which he secured an acquittal, along with positive outcomes for every client represented. In that capacity, Paul was honored with the Outstanding Clinical Team Award from the Clinical Legal Education Association.
Paul completed internships with the Kansas Supreme Court, the public defenders at the Kansas Board of Indigent Defense Services, and a Wichita-based law firm working in family law. Paul also served as a staff writer and on the editorial board of the Washburn Law Journal. After graduating from Washburn Law, Paul moved to Minnesota and started his legal career with Birkholz Law in 2025, practicing both family law and criminal defense.
Paul and Ashley enjoy traveling, live music, and camping in various Minnesota State Parks. When he has a free moment, Paul prefers to spend time with friends and family, including his three wonderful pets Yoshi, Willow, and Astrid.
Practice Areas
Education
- Wichita State University – Bachelor of Business Administration in Economics – 2016
- Wichita State University – Bachelor of Arts in Political Science – 2016
- Washburn University School of Law – Juris Doctor – 2024
Bar Admissions
- Minnesota State Bar - Admitted 2024
Professional Associations
- Minnesota State Bar Association
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