The Official Publication of the Hennepin County Bar Association
Since 1933, The Hennepin Lawyer has been a respected resource for articles about the legal profession and developments in the law—particularly as they relate to practice in Hennepin County, as well as providing news on the local legal community and bar association. HCBA members receive copies of the current digital edition via email.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Success Stories
Dee Baskin & Heather Vlieger
Oct 01, 2024
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Nonverbal Communication and Conflict Resolution
Sep 24, 2024
Humans feel conflict viscerally. Our bodies absorb and are shaped by conflict. Learn how Laban Movement Analysis can help you identify others' positions and move through conflict authentically.
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New to the Bench: Hon. Dean C. Eyler
Sep 03, 2024
The Honorable Dean C. Eyler was appointed to the Fourth District Bench in January 2024 by Governor Tim Walz.
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Monitoring the Makeup Aisle
Emily Zambrana, Nury Yoo, Emily Dodane & Kadeejah Kelly-Previl
Aug 13, 2024
The Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 (MoCRA) is shaking up the cosmetics industry.
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Getting to Know m boulette
Aug 05, 2024
m boulette is a partner at Taft law firm, where they practice family law. On July 1, they began their term as HCBA president for the 2024-2025 bar year.
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Jul 17, 2024
Can the hit Australian public television show Bluey teach us something about being lawyers?
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Celebrating the 2023 North Star Lawyers of Hennepin County
Jul 15, 2024
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Effective Client Communication
Jul 08, 2024
Effective client communication is a cornerstone of success in the legal profession, contributing to more successful outcomes and greater client satisfaction
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New Minnesota Mental Health CLE Rule
Jul 08, 2024
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10 Questions with Jamal Knight
Jun 18, 2024
Jamal Knight is a partner is the real estate group at Taft. We spoke to him about his recent appointment by Governor Walz to the Cannabis Advisory Council.
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SVAMC Issues Guidelines on Use of AI in Arbitration
Jun 11, 2024
After circulation, discussion, and revision of their draft guidelines for AI use, the Silicon Valley Arbitration and Mediation Center (SVAMC) has finalized their list of recommended precautions and considerations for arbitrators using AI in their practice.
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Jun 11, 2024
David Allgeyer provides an overview of draft guidelines for AI use released for public comment by the Silicon Valley Arbitration and Mediation Center.
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10 Questions with Emmett Robertson
May 28, 2024
Emmett Robertson is an attorney at Rubric Legal LLC, where his practice is centered in compliance for non-profits and tax-exempt organizations.
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Pro Bono Spotlight: Andrea Cobery
May 28, 2024
Andrea Cobery is an attorney with U.S. Bank. She speaks about her work representing pro bono clients in bankruptcy proceedings.
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May 14, 2024
Few issues of Constitutional law have been more legally contested, or more politically charged, than the meaning of the word "liberty" in the Due Process Clauses under the 5th and 14th amendments.
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Pro Bono Spotlight: Ken Edstrom
May 14, 2024
Ken Edstrom is a bankruptcy attorney with over 37 years of experience in law. He speaks about his work representing pro bono clients in bankruptcy proceedings.
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President's Page: Unsung Heroes
May 07, 2024
In her latest column, HCBA President Nicole Kettwick recognizes the many people in our criminal justice system working to find just and rehabilitative solutions for veterans.
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May 07, 2024
Do you ever come across people in your practice or community who need free legal help? The legal aid community wants to share a few resources to help you connect people with free legal help: LawHelpMN.org, a new statewide number to reach legal aid, and the MN Unbundled Law Project.
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10 Questions with Kimberly Slay
Apr 22, 2024
Kimberly Slay is a partner in Maslon's litigation group. She spoke with Hennepin Lawyer about her start to the workday, her time in the public sector, and the legal podcasts she can't get enough of.
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Patent Law Updates for Business Lawyers: 2023-2024
Nate Louwagie and Seung Sub (Elvis) Kim
Apr 16, 2024
The last year has brought a number of meaningful changes to patent law. This article outlines five updates that lawyers should keep in mind when advising their business clients.
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