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Breaking the Ice: Maslon attorney specializes as a generalist
New Maslon partner Jevon Bindman was weighing whether to specialize in a practice area or “specialize in being a generalist.”
Breaking the Ice: IP attorney, colleagues earn pro bono recognition
Merchant & Gould partner Tony Zeuli says volunteering with Children’s Law Center (CLC) to represent foster children in court is a rewarding experience for him and Minneapolis colleagues.
Breaking the Ice: Mara leads matrimonial lawyers as cases surge
Kristy Mara, newly elected to a two-year term as president of the Minnesota Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, says family lawyers are “busier than they’ve ever been” during the pandemic.
Breaking the Ice: Pro bono commitment earns volunteer award
When Roxanne N. Thorelli spends Friday afternoons advising clients of the Volunteer Lawyers Network, the Fredrikson & Byron associate is practicing what her mother taught her to do.
Capitol Retort: Masks off; sine d’oh!; okey toke
Our review of issues in state and national news, with a rotating cast of political people in the know.
In the Hopper: Catching up with floor action at Legislature
There has been a flurry of floor activity in the House and Senate over the last few weeks, so it seems a good time to catch up on some bills that might interest lawyers.
Capitol Retort: Cop accountability; up in smoke; kid dreams
Our review of issues in state and national news, with a rotating cast of political people in the know.
Capitol Retort: Chauvin guilty; permanently incorrigible; slow start
Our review of issues in state and national news, with a rotating cast of political people in the know.
In the Hopper: State Government omnibus bill edition
Two state government committees each passed omnibus finance bills that have lawyerly provisions.
Capitol Retort: Defense counsel; ‘absolutely not’; diss union
Our review of issues in state and national news, with a rotating cast of political people in the know.
Capitol Retort: Chauvin week 2; court packing; shortcomings
Our review of issues in state and national news, with a rotating cast of political people in the know.
Capitol Retort: State v. Khalil; Chauvin trial; vax tracks
Our review of issues in state and national news, with a rotating cast of political people in the know.
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