Riley Palmer

Riley Palmer

Nichols Kaster, PLLP • Minneapolis, MN
Employment LaborEmployment Law

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80 S 8th St Ste 4700, Minneapolis, MN, 55402, US

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About

As a member of Nichols Kaster's individual rights group, Riley represents those who have experienced discrimination—whether at work, in public accommodation, or elsewhere. Riley has assisted dozens of clients in vindicating their rights for alleged violations of state and federal nondiscrimination laws. Her experience includes litigating civil rights cases to trial in Minnesota state and federal courts. Among other accomplishments, Riley recently third-chaired a jury trial that resulted in a $375,000 verdict in her client’s favor on a disability discrimination claim and a total judgment of more than $1.65 million. Riley embraces an empathetic, client-centered approach to help her clients navigate what can often be some of the most challenging moments of their lives. Prior to joining the firm, Riley clerked for Alaska Superior Court Judge Amy Mead. She graduated cum laude from the University of Wisconsin Law School, interned with Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Rebecca Dallet, and served as a Managing Editor of the Wisconsin Law Review, as a clinical student in the school’s Eviction Defense Clinic, and as co-president of the Queer Law Students Association. Throughout her career, Riley has held various retail and customer service positions, and worked in local government, in rural civil legal aid, and at a prominent New York law firm. - Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

About Employment Labor Law

Employment and labor attorneys handle workplace legal matters including discrimination, wrongful termination, and wage disputes. They represent both employees and employers. Common matters include wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage disputes.

Credentials

Education
2022 University of Wisconsin Law School J.D., cum laude 2016 Bates College BA - Bachelor of Arts

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2024 North Star Lawyer, Minnesota State Bar Association
Publications
2021 Wisconsin Law Review Comment, Trojan Unicorn: Exploiting Religious Exemptions to Advance LGBTQIA+ Law
Associations
2025 - Present Federal Bar Association Member 2025 - Present National Employment Lawyers Association Member 2025 - Present American Association for Justice Member 2024 - Present Minnesota Lavender Bar Association Member 2023 - Present Minnesota Employment Lawyers Association Member
Speaking
2025 Minnesota Lavender Bar Association Annual Conference Litigation Update: Cooper v. USA Powerlifting 2025 Know Your Rights: Minnesota LGBTQIA+ Discrimination Protections Know Your Rights: Minnesota LGBTQIA+ Discrimination Protections
Updated: Mar 08, 2026