Minnesota Lawyer

The Irish have contributed more than beer and corned beef. They've helped form some legal concepts too

In Rule 11, be careful what you file

Lawyers often forget one very important part about hearings & trials -- making a record.

Mental health problems are harder to spot, treat and diagnose. Attorneys must recognize other considerations such as moral, economic, social, and political factors that may be relevant to the client’s situation.

The shooting in Tucson reminds the author to think before speaking

Just because it's cold, dark and miserable out, doesn't mean you can't learn a few things. The author provides her list of legal research you can do from the comfort of your own couch

Law schools and judicial elections top the list.

The answer to the question of whether an entity needs an attorney in court is simply "yes." Despite the fact that the legislature has attempted to create exceptions to the common law rule and some courts may allow a non-attorney appearance, the longstanding common law rule still applies. Failing to appear with an attorney representative may have a consequence of dismissal or default.