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Justices void contractor’s lien, deny legal fees in construction suit
The Minnesota Supreme Court ruled a contractor's mechanic's lien was extinguished by recoupment, eliminating attorney fees and costs.
Breaking the Ice: Small-town practice fulfills Grand Marais native
Grand Marais attorney Tyson Smith discusses rural law practice, real estate law specialization, and serving clients across northern Minnesota.
Court of Appeals revives fire restoration lawsuit
The Minnesota Court of Appeals ruled post-fire repairs aren’t necessarily property improvements, applying a six-year statute of limitations to a homeowner’s claims.
Perspectives: Baseball’s back: How Giants almost came here
From deed restrictions to stadium lawsuits, legal battles shaped the Minnesota Twins’ history, including relocation efforts, taxes, and contraction fight.
Edina tree ordinance lawsuit dropped after rule change
Housing First Minnesota drops its lawsuit against Edina after the city repealed and replaced its tree ordinance tied to development and tree replacement fees.
Breaking the Ice: Industry experience aided law certification bid
Jessica Willes, a Minnesota attorney and single parent, passed the Minnesota State Bar Association specialist exam in real property law using her extensive industry experience.
Cozen O’Connor, Moss & Barnett finalize merger
Cozen O’Connor has completed its merger with Minneapolis-based Moss & Barnett, expanding its Midwest presence and growing its real estate practice.
Breaking the Ice: State CLE board chair lauds in-person education
Taft’s Minneapolis partner-in-charge, Justin Weinberg, is working to ensure that lawyers have access to continuing legal education that will help them keep pace with changes in the law, technology and client needs as chair of the Minnesota CLE Board of Directors.
Cozen O’Connor to merge with Moss & Barnett in January
Cozen O’Connor will merge with Minnesota firm Moss & Barnett in 2026, expanding its Midwest presence and strengthening key practice areas.
Commentary: Attorneys reflect on power of board certification
Minnesota attorneys share how MSBA board certification enhances credibility, client trust, and professional growth across trial, real estate, family, and criminal law.
Mortgage fraud convictions are vanishingly rare
Despite high-profile investigations, very few people serve prison time for mortgage fraud. Data shows just 38 federal convictions in 2024.
Builders sue Edina over tree ordinance fees
Housing First Minnesota is suing Edina, claiming the city’s tree ordinance unlawfully charges developers over $1M in replacement and escrow fees.
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