Education
  • J.D., University of Chicago Law School
    • Hinton Moot Court Finalist
  • B.B.A., University of Notre Dame, Summa Cum Laude
Professional Experience
  • Thomas brings to his clients experience and expertise in real property valuation and commercial property tax appeals, and is frequently invited to address the most significant issues in those areas.
  • Thomas has played an active role in the property tax world at the American Bar Association (ABA), the Institute for Professionals in Taxation (IPT), the National Association of Property Tax Attorneys (NAPTA), as well as activities in the property tax area on behalf of other recognized business groups.

Thomas R. Wilhelmy had been a Shareholder since 1988 at Fredrikson & Byron, P.A. in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Thomas’s last day at Fredrikson was December 29, 2023. He founded the Property Tax Department and was the Chair until recent years. On January 1, 2024, Thomas commenced a new role as Partner at Ryan Law Firm, PLLC, and will be the Property Tax Leader, Minnesota.

Thomas’ professional goals have always focused on being of the highest level of beneficial service to the client community and the professionals in the niche area in which my time and attention was devoted. Over the years, he has been on the cutting edge of many of the most crucial issues in the property tax world.

 

Areas of Expertise

Property Tax
Awards & Recognitions
  • MSBA Board Certified Specialist in Real Property Law since the inception of that designation
  • Best Lawyers in America – Litigation and Controversy – Tax each year from 2015 through 2024
  • Best Lawyers in America – “Lawyer of the Year in Minneapolis – Litigation and Controversy – Tax for 2023
  • Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Attorney (Highest Possible Rating in Both Legal Ability and Ethical Standards in 2023 and many prior years)
Admitted to Practice
  • Minnesota
  • Wisconsin