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Federal judges speak out about threats, harassment
Federal judges face rising threats, harassment, and political attacks, sparking urgent calls to protect judicial independence in the U.S.
Itch for a niche: Some lawyers thrive in specialized practices
From equine law to hockey teams and surrogacy, Minnesota attorneys are carving out unique legal niches rooted in passion, chance, and specialized demand.
Advocates laud Ramsey County sex assault initiative
Ramsey County funds trauma-informed, culturally responsive sexual assault training and advocacy to better support survivors, especially women of color.
Ramsey County Board approves $3.6M settlement in jail death
Ramsey County will pay the family of Dillon Bakke, who died after being denied medical care in jail despite his known hemophilia condition.
Law school applications surging
Uncertain times in the United States are leading to a surge in law school applications, and Minnesota’s law schools are on the leading edge of that trend.
Bar associations continue tradition of yearly memorials
A lesser-known but longstanding tradition of both the Ramsey County and Hennepin County bar associations is a pair of annual events that pay tribute to members of the bench and bar of both counties who died during the previous year.
More job postings must include pay
A look at what employers are doing to comply with a new state law requiring many companies to include wage ranges and benefits descriptions in job postings.
BC Davenport Canopy Communities Trial Team
Two years ago, Canopy Communities, a California non-profit that provides and sustains affordable housing, and its partner were sued by a predatory investment group that sought to deprive it of its contractual rights.
State v. HavenBrook Homes, LLC, et al.
Renters are often at the mercy of their landlords when it comes to maintenance and repairs. A group of state attorneys general stepped in last year to help a group of tenants fight for their rights.
Adam Lozeau
Last May, Adam Lozeau had quite a month for himself, winning two cases at the Minnesota Supreme Court in two weeks’ time.
2024 State Elections Team
Something we’ve gotten used to in the 21st century is elections being followed by lawsuits. Fortunately, Minnesota has capable legal staff to deal with election-based litigation.
Skip Durocher
Dorsey & Whitney partner Skip Durocher retired from his partnership with the firm’s Litigation and Regulatory Practice Groups recently after more than 30 years of practice.
Legal Tech
- AI in practice: How new technology is affecting litigation practice
- Experts foresee legal malpractice risk for those who eschew AI
- Legal Decoder launches AI-powered billing analytics interface
Top News
- 1st Circuit blocks Trump’s mail-in voting order in 23 states including Minnesota
- Perspectives: ‘Slam’ suits: Recalling wrestling cases as WWE arrives
- Solicitor General Kramer leaves post to join Dorsey & Whitney
- Prosecutors struggle to turn voter fraud claims into charges
- Best At Work Insights: We tore out the workforce backup generator
Expert Testimony
- Perspectives: ‘Slam’ suits: Recalling wrestling cases as WWE arrives
- Best At Work Insights: We tore out the workforce backup generator
- Legally Speaking: How communication failures turn disputes into lawsuits
- Perspectives: Umpire’s death recalls case law in Minnesota
