Bryant D. Tchida

Member

Minneapolis

(612) 877-5284

(612) 260-9080

Recent News:

Bryant Tchida named to Twin Cities Business’ 2026 Notable Litigators & Trial Attorneys

Twin Cities Business (TCB) magazine has named Bryant Tchida, a member of Cozen O’Connor, as one of its 2026 Notable Litigators & Trial Attorneys.

Bryant is an experienced litigator concentrating on partnership and shareholder litigation, securities litigation and SEC enforcement, class action defense, financial services, creditors' rights, consumer litigation, and Native American Indian law and tribal governance. He brings more than two decades of high-stakes trial and appellate courtroom experience in state and federal courts throughout the Midwest.

Bryant’s understanding of the complex challenges faced by businesses today and straightforward approach define his litigation practice. Clients value Bryant’s personal approach, professionalism, and focus on the big picture business issues that matter most.

Bryant is actively involved with the Minnesota State Bar Association. He is a former co-chair and council member of the MSBA’s Consumer Litigation Section. He also frequently teaches continuing legal education courses. Bryant earned his J.D., magna cum laude, from Mitchell Hamline School of Law, where he was a member of the law review. He earned his B.A. from the University of South Dakota.

 

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Bryant Tchida named to Twin Cities Business’ 2026 Notable Litigators & Trial Attorneys

June 05, 2026

Twin Cities Business (TCB) magazine has named Bryant Tchida, a member of Cozen O’Connor, as one of its 2026 Notable Litigators & Trial Attorneys.

Am Law 100 Firm Cozen O’Connor Finalizes its Merger with Minneapolis-based Moss & Barnett

January 05, 2026

Cozen O’Connor has completed its acquisition by merger of Moss & Barnett, one of Minnesota’s leading law firms, adding more than 50 attorneys and bringing the overall roster to over 1,000 attorneys.

Events & Seminars

Upcoming Events

Going to Trial Against the SEC: Lessons Learned from SEC Jury Trials

June 25, 2026 - Webinar

Join Cozen O’Connor securities litigators Joseph Dever and Bryant D. Tchida for an engaging one-hour webinar discussing a number of unique aspects of SEC jury trials.

Education

  • Mitchell Hamline School of Law, J.D., magna cum laude, 2001
  • University of South Dakota, B.A., 1998

Awards & Honors

The Best Lawyers in America (2023-present)

Minnesota Super Lawyers (2020-present)

Minnesota Rising Stars (2008-2009, 2011-2014)

Recognized as a Local Litigation Star and a Future Star by Benchmark Litigation

Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent®

  • Minnesota
  • South Dakota
  • U.S. District Court -- Eastern District of Michigan
  • U.S. District Court - District of Minnesota
  • U.S. District Court -- South Dakota
  • U.S. District Court -- Eastern District of Wisconsin
  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit
  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit

Minnesota State Bar Association

Minnesota State Bar Association – Consumer Litigation Section, Former Co-Chair

Hennepin County Bar Association