Media Mentions
StarTribune – December 11, 2023 – Jury finds former Benton County attorney not guilty of sex crime
When a county prosecutor needed to hire an defense attorney for a sex crime charge, he hired Christa Groshek. Discover how she utilized expert witnesses to get the case a Not Guilty verdict in this article.
Kare11 – June 12, 2023 – Maddi Kingsbury’s parents file motion to suspend Adam Fravel’s visitation and contact with his and Maddi’s kids
Attorney Anna Tobia is quoted in this article about why the parents of Maddi Kingsbury, who have been caring for her two children since her March 31 disappearance, have now filed a motion asking a judge to immediately suspend any and all contact between the children and their father
Fox 9 – April 25, 2022 – Judge issues temporary gag order in Highway 169 murder case
In a video, fox 9 News interviews two attorneys, one of them being Christa Groshek, on the court’s decision to issue a gag order for a man accused of shooting a youth baseball coach.
Bloomberg Law – Jan 2, 2022 – The Case Against Kim Potter
Listen to Christa Groshek as she is interviewed by June Grasso from the Bloomberg Law Podcast. The discussion was on the parallels and differences between the trials of former police officers Derek Chauvin and Kim Potter.
Bloomberg Law – Dec 19, 2021 – The Case Against Kim Potter
Listen to June Grasso interview Christa Groshek in the December 19, 2021 edition of Bloomberg Law Podcast about the case against Kim Potter, the Minnesota police officer who shot and killed Duante Wright in a traffic stop. The interview starts at the 23:51 mark.
KARE 11 – September 29, 2021 – Arrest made in alleged assault involving SCSU student athlete
KARE 11 interviews Christa Groshek regarding an alleged assault of a St. Cloud State University wrestler. An online petition and Gofundme page drew attention to the case involving St. Cloud State Student Chad Waldrop, whose father writes was assaulted from behind after checking on a woman he could hear arguing with a man.
Bloomberg Law – April 21, 2021 – Conviction and Sentencing
Listen to former federal prosecutor Robert Mintz, a partner at McCarter & English, and former public defender Christa Groshek, managing attorney of Groshek Law, discuss the guilty verdict in the trial of Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd and the sentencing ahead.
Bloomberg Law – April 20, 2021 – Closing Arguments in the Derek Chauvin Murder Trial
Bloomberg’s June Grasso interviews Christa Groshek and gets her thoughts about the closing arguments. Listen to the interview to hear how she perceived both the prosecution and the defense’s closing arguments.
WCCO Radio – April 9, 2021 – The Trial of Derek Chauvin Recap
In WCCO’s Adam Carter interview with Christa about the Chauvin trial, she talks about the steps a defense attorney needs to go through in defending a client. She addresses the possibility of a prosecutor overtrying a legal case and the effect COVID has on a case as those on the stand have their faces covered. Watch the interview.
Fox 9 KMSP – April 4, 2021 – Minneapolis Police Chief Arradondo expected to testify in Chauvin trial on Monday
Christa Groshek comments on what is expected from Chief Arrandondo in the Derek Chauvin case and mentions what we might hear from the prosecution in the days to come. Read the article.
Bloomberg Law – March 26, 2021 – The Prosecution’s Strategy of Playing The Entire Video in Opening Statements (Podcast)
Christa discusses with Bloomberg Law the prosecution’s opening statement strategy of playing the entire video of Chauvin pressing his knee into Floyd’s neck as well as what the defense’s opening statement says about the strategy they will likely take. Listen to the interview. Listen to the interview starting at 12:25.
Bloomberg Law – March 18, 2021 – Will Jury Hear About George Floyd’s Prior Arrest? (Podcast)
Bloomberg interviews Christa Groshek about the announcement of the civil settlement for George Floyd’s family’s and the impact that might have on the jurors in the criminal case. Christa sheds light on what the defense might shed light on in the case. Listen to the interview.
Fox 9 News – March 17, 2021 – The State V. Derek Chauvin
Watch as Christa Groshek discusses the difficulties Chauvin’s defense team faces following the announcement of the Floyd Family’s civil settlement before the criminal case begins.
Bloomberg Law – March 17, 2021 – Settlement With Floyd Family Jeopardizes Accused Killer’s Trial
Christa Groshek is quoted in this article about the likelihood of Derek Chauvin getting a fair trial after the announcement of the Floyd Family settlement. Read what Christa has to say on the Chauvin matter.
WTVB – June 5, 2020 – George Floyd’s death sparks new generation of activists in U.S.
In an article detailing some of the movements sparked by the death of George Floyd, WTVB shares Christa Groshek’s opinion on how much time in prison she thinks prosecutors will seek if Chauvin is convicted. Read her thoughts on the matter.
Reuters – June 3, 2020 – New Charges in Floyd killing may give prosecutors clearer path to conviction
Christa shares with Reuters news how Chauvin’s second-degree murder charge made more sense and that prosecutors don’t have to prove intent to kill. Discover more details about what this case might entail here.
Star Tribune – March 2, 2020 – Vulnerable residents left seeking housing, services in South St. Paul
Christa Groshek is representing David Brooks, owner of One Life, a company who helps disabled adults with grocery shopping, cleaning, getting around and more. The company is appealing a state’s action to revoke their license. Read more about this case concerning the company providing services to St. Paul residents with special needs
Twin Cities Pioneer Press – June 18, 2019 – No charges filed against UMN wrestlers; both are released from jail
Steveson’s attorney, Christa Groshek, said they’re “very thankful for the county attorney’s careful review. … He denies the allegations and he continues to maintain his innocence.” Learn more about what Christa says about her client’s situation.
Star Tribune – June 18, 2019 – Steveson attorney: ‘We’re hopeful that this chapter will be over very soon’
Christa Groshek, attorney for University of Minnesota wrestler Gable Stevenson, speaks to the media after his release. Watch the media video clip.
New York Daily News – June 17, 2019 – Two college wrestlers arrested for suspicion of criminal sexual conduct
Christa Groshek, Steveson’s attorney, said her client was shocked by the arrest and was cooperating “because he felt that he didn’t have anything to hide.” Read more here.
Fox 9 – June 16, 2019 – 2 University of Minnesota athletes arrested in criminal sexual conduct case
Christa Groshek is representing one of the two student athletes accused of criminal sexual conduct, informing them that her client is cooperating with law enforcement officers and will continue to do so. Watch the newscast.
ABC 6 News Interview – June 21, 2018 – Julio Baez Case
Attorney Christa Groshek discusses “potential foul play” in connection to Julio Baez’s attempted suicide earlier this month. Watch the interview here.
Fox 9 News TV Interview – April 24, 2018 – Lois Riess Case
Attorney Christa Groshek weighs in on the developing case of Lois Riess, the Minnesota grandmother who has been on the run from authorities after the alleged murder of her husband and another woman. You can watch the interview here.
WCCO Radio Interview – June 13, 2017 – Philando Castile case
Attorney Christa Groshek talk with Dave Lee regarding the manslaughter trial of Officer Jeronimo Yanez in St. Paul, Minnesota. You can find the interview on this page.
WCCO Radio Interview — April 4, 2015
Attorney Christa Groshek weighs in on the Boston marathon bombing trial.
You can listen to the interview by clicking here.
WCCO Radio Interview — March 10, 2015 – LaDue Case
Attorney Christa Groshek weighs in on the LaDue Appeals Court ruling. You can listen to the interview by clicking here.
FOX 9 News — Jan. 22, 2015 News Brian Fitch Case
Attorney Christa Groshek weighs in on the Brian Fitch case. You can watch the interview by clicking here.
KSTP News — Jan. 22, 2015 News Brian Fitch Opening Arguments
Attorney Christa Groshek weighs in on the Brian Fitch opening arguments. You can watch the interview by clicking here.
WCCO Radio Interview — Jan. 15, 2015 – Brian Fitch Jury Selection
Attorney Christa Groshek weighs in on the Brian Fitch Jury selection process. You can listen to the interview by clicking here.
KSTP News — Dec. 30, 2014 Scott Reps – MN State Trooper Indicted
Attorney Groshek weighs in on the trial. You can watch the newscast by clicking here.
KSTP News — Dec. 2, 2014 – Brian Fitch Trial Moved
Attorney Christa Groshek weighs in on the Brian Fitch murder trial. You can watch the newscast by clicking here.
KSTP Channel 5 News — Nov. 3, 2014 – Adrian Peterson Possible Plea Deal
Attorney Christa Groshek weighs in on the case. You can watch the newscast by clicking here.
FOX 9 News — Oct. 20, 2014 – Brian Fitch in Court
Attorney Groshek weighs in on the case. You can watch the newscast by clicking here.
KSTP Channel 5 News — Oct. 20, 2014 – Brian Fitch in Court
Attorney Groshek weighs in on the case. You can watch the newscast by clicking here.
WCCO Radio News Show – Brian Fitch Charges — Jordana Green Show
Attorney Groshek weighs in on the case. You can listen to the newscast by clicking here.
KSTP Channel 5 News — Sept. 11, 2014 – Ty Hoffman Arrest
Attorney Christa Groshek weighs in on the case. You can watch the interview by clicking here.
KSTP News — July 29, 2014 – LaDue Charges Dropped
Attorney Groshek weighs in on the case. You can view the newscast by clicking here.
WCCO Radio Interview — July 29, 2014 – Ventura Verdict and Ladue Charges Dropped
Attorney Groshek weighs in on the case. You can listen to the newscast by clicking here.
WCCO Radio Interview — July 25, 2014 – Ventura Deliberations
KSTP Interview — June 26, 2014 – Waseca, Ladue Recordings
Attorney Groshek weighs in on the LaDue recordings. You can view the newscast by clicking here.
KSTP Interview — June 18, 2014 – Ladue Hearing
Attorney Groshek weighs in on the LaDue recordings. You can view the newscast by clicking here.
WCCO Radio Interview — June 18, 2014 – LaDue Hearing
Attorney Groshek weighs in on the case. You can listen to the newscast by clicking here.
KARE 11 News — May 12, 2014 – Waseca School Plot – Juvenile or Adult?
Christa Groshek discussed if and how 17-year-old Ladue would be tried as an adult. You can view the newscast by clicking here.
Fox 9 Morning News — May 12, 2014
Christa Groshek discussed if and how 17-year-old Ladue would be tried as an adult. You can view the newscast by clicking here.
KSTP Morning Show Interview — April 30, 2014
Christa Groshek weighs in on the Byron Smith case. You can view her interview here.
KSTP Panel Discussion — April 29, 2014
Christa Groshek weighs in on the Byron Smith case. You can view her interview here.
WCCO Radio Interview — April 29, 2014
Radio interview with Jordana Greene — The Byron Smith case.
You can listen to her interview here.
KSTP Morning Show Interview — April 29, 2014
Christa weighs in on the Byron Smith case. You can view her interview here.
WCCO Radio Interview — April 26, 2014
Radio interview with Esme Murphy — The Byron Smith case.
You can listen to her interview here.
KSTP Morning Show Interview — April 25, 2014
Christa weighs in on the Byron Smith case. You can view her interview here.
KSTP Interview — April 25, 2014
Christa weighs in on the Byron Smith case. You can view her interview here.
KSTP Morning Show Interview — April 24, 2014
Christa weighs in on the Byron Smith case. You can view her interview here.
KSTP News — April 10, 2014 – Anti-Bullying Bill
Christa Groshek discussed the new anti-bullying bill with KSTP News. You can view her interview by clicking here.
WCCO News — March 6, 2014 – Up-Skirting Laws Lag Behind
Christa Groshek was recently interviewed on WCCO regarding the outdated law. You can view her interview by clicking here.
KMSP Fox 9 News — Feb. 10, 2014 – Relationship Contracts
Christa Groshek was recently featured on Fox 9 News. She discussed marriage and relationship contracts. You can view her interview by clicking here.
Attorney at Law Magazine — Jan. 2014
Attorney at Law Magazine names “Groshek Law PA” the Law Firm of the month! The magazine article can be viewed by clicking here.
KMSP Fox 9 News — Sept. 6, 2013 – Minnesota women charged in major identity theft ring
A story was reported on Sept. 6, 2013, by Iris Perez of KMSP Fox 9 News. Perez interviews attorney Christa Groshek of Groshek Law PA regarding this identity theft ring. The interview can be seen by clicking here.
KMSP Fox 9 News — Jan. 31, 2013 – Attorney Christa Groshek – victim of DNR data breach
A story was reported on Jan. 31, 2013, by Iris Perez of KMSP Fox 9 News. Perez reports that attorney Christa Groshek of Groshek Law PA was one of the identity theft victims in the recent DNR data breach. The story is below and can be viewed by clicking on this link.
KMSP Fox 9 News — Jan. 26, 2013 – Christa Groshek interviewed by KMSP Fox 9 News regarding DNR data breach
Attorney Christa Groshek was interviewed by Iris Perez, KMSP-TV Fox 9 News, on Jan. 26, 2013. She discussed the identified DNR worker accused of viewing thousands of driver’s license records. The interview can be seen by clicking here.
KSTP 5 Eyewitness News — Jan. 8, 2013 – Christa Groshek interviewed by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News regarding bar Breathalyzers
Attorney Christa Groshek was interviewed by Chris Egert, KSTP 5 Eyewitness News, on Jan. 8, 2013. The interview discussed the presence and use of the IntoxBox bar Breathalyzers in local establishments.
Christa Groshek authored the Aspatore, The Wisdom of Juvenile Court: The Case for Treating Children Differently Than Adults
KMSP Fox 9 News — Sept. 2012 – FOX 9 NEWS Interviews Christa Groshek: Amy Senser denied release
Amy Senser will not be released as she appeals her hit-and-run conviction, and the judge didn’t hold back on why. To view the Fox 9 interview, please click here.
KMSP Fox 9 News — Sept. 2012 – FOX 9 NEWS Interviews Christa Groshek on Amy Senser’s denied prison release pending appeal
Criminal defense attorney Christa Groshek discusses the judge’s scathing denial of the motion to release Amy Senser. To view the Fox 9 interview, please click here.
Star Tribune — Aug. 30, 2012 – Star Tribune interview with Christa Groshek: Mankato coach’s child porn case tests definition of criminal
In the Aug. 30, 2012, issue of the Star Tribune, Christa Groshek was interviewed regarding the Todd Hoffner child porn case. Here is the article by Richard Meryhew.
KMSP Fox 9 News — Aug. 27, 2012 – Fox 9 News Interviews Christa Groshek on child porn case: MSU charges show “rush to judgment”
On Aug. 27, 2012, Christa Groshek was interviewed by Fox 9 News regarding the child porn case of Todd Hoffner, the Mankato State University football coach. Here is the summary posted on myfoxtwincities.com
