Gov. Tim Walz appointed Nathan Sosinski, Stacy St. George, and Kathryn Fodness as judges in Minnesota’s 10th Judicial District. bit.ly/4f9VmNg

Gartner data shows AI-driven layoffs often fail to improve returns as companies struggle with automation, training and workforce change. bit.ly/4fHSSWn

Stinson attorney Mark Hinderks discusses his “Dear Ethics Lawyer” blog, legal ethics training and ABA witness preparation guidance. bit.ly/4uwU6s6

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission filed a lawsuit to stop Minnesota from enforcing its new law banning prediction markets. bit.ly/4wQCKrK

The 9th Circuit revived a class action alleging Minnesota-based company made false claims on licorice packaging. bit.ly/4tU18WK

Minnesota ties to the “Nuremberg” film spotlight Justice Robert Jackson, war crimes trials, Supreme Court history and free speech law. bit.ly/4aaXcdd

Walz appointed Justice Theodora Gaïtas as chief justice of the Minnesota Supreme Court and Judge Reynaldo Aligada Jr. to serve as associate justice. bit.ly/4vrXdC3

Minnesota Lawyer launches the Legal 250, recognizing the state's most influential and accomplished attorneys for their impact and legal excellence. bit.ly/3PiGsd6

A legal profession commentary explores how unresolved communication, uncertainty and mental clutter contribute to lawyer stress and burnout.

Minnesota Vikings associate counsel Jeremiah Allison discusses sports law, leadership, diversity in law and his work at U.S. Bank Stadium.

The DOJ swore in 77 new permanent and 5 temporary immigration judges in Washington, D.C., marking the largest class in agency history amid efforts to reduce court backlogs. bit.ly/4van29z

The Minnesota Supreme Court upheld denial of James Green’s petition to vacate felony murder convictions under a 2023 law change. bit.ly/4ureaMv

Elvira Benitez-Suarez, held in ICE custody, was granted a $1,500 bond by an immigration judge in Memphis, moving her closer to release. bit.ly/4nLXBIX

The 8th Circuit affirmed dismissal of Everest Stables’ legal malpractice claims over missed deadlines and expert affidavit failures. bit.ly/4nLkYCi

Minnesota prosecutors charged ICE agent Christian Castro with assault related to the shooting of a Venezuelan immigrant in Minneapolis during Trump's immigration crackdown.

The 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals denied an injunction blocking Rhode Island Hospital from releasing gender-affirming care records to a Texas court. bit.ly/4tPrLfB

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission filed a lawsuit to stop Minnesota from enforcing its new law banning prediction markets. bit.ly/49Ydg1O

The Wisconsin Supreme Court will continue hearing a lawsuit challenging ICE detainers after a federal judge remanded the case back to state court. bit.ly/4uqG4Zh

Texas judge Reed O’Connor orders Rhode Island Hospital to produce five years of gender-affirming care records despite Rhode Island court's conflicting order. bit.ly/4wGvCOK

A legal profession commentary explores how unresolved communication, uncertainty and mental clutter contribute to lawyer stress and burnout. bit.ly/4eXGNfx

Minnesota Lawyer launches the Legal 250, recognizing the state's most influential and accomplished attorneys for their impact and legal excellence.

Walz appointed Justice Theodora Gaïtas as chief justice of the Minnesota Supreme Court and Judge Reynaldo Aligada Jr. to serve as associate justice.

Judge Gregory Carro partially granted Luigi Mangione’s bid to suppress evidence found in his backpack in his murder trial in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing. bit.ly/4dR4J33

Michigan Supreme Court restricts civil arrests by ICE at courthouses to protect subpoenaed witnesses, attorneys, and jurors amid immigration enforcement concerns. bit.ly/3PQmnuG

The 8th Circuit affirmed the denial of a deposition in a $1.9 million judgment enforcement dispute involving Lupe Development and Fred Deutsch. bit.ly/4dvxr8e

Minnesota Supreme Court and U.S. Supreme Court cases examine whether geofence warrants for cellphone location data violate privacy rights. bit.ly/4dqLI6k

South Carolina Supreme Court overturned Alex Murdaugh's murder conviction due to improper influence by county clerk Becky Hill. bit.ly/4nFi1Do

Minnesota Supreme Court ruled that parents can be vicariously liable under the Safety Responsibility Act for a teen driver’s fatal accident despite driver immunity. bit.ly/4dfp5Tw

A federal lawsuit settlement allows the Quest for Authentic Manhood program to continue at a Minnesota prison after free speech claims.

Experts warn small law firms lack succession plans, risking client disruption, lost firm value, and ethical issues tied to retirement or unexpected exits.

The U.S. Supreme Court restores telemedicine access to abortion pill mifepristone, pausing a 5th Circuit block as legal challenges over FDA rules continue. bit.ly/3RJvAFC

A federal lawsuit settlement allows the Quest for Authentic Manhood program to continue at a Minnesota prison after free speech claims. bit.ly/4uhgENF

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit questioned Trump administration's executive orders punishing major law firms over legal work and security clearances. bit.ly/49RPlRE

Brian Alanis Ramos charged with workers’ compensation insurance fraud in connection with roofing work at St. Paul’s McDonough Homes public housing project. bit.ly/4dcFAzP

Grand Marais attorney Tyson Smith discusses rural law practice, real estate law specialization, and serving clients across northern Minnesota. bit.ly/4twE6Fd

The 8th Circuit affirmed the denial of a deposition in a $1.9 million judgment enforcement dispute involving Lupe Development and Fred Deutsch. bit.ly/4eLQTAe

Rhode Island U.S. District Judge Mary S. McElroy criticized the DOJ for seeking Texas court enforcement of a subpoena for gender-affirming care records. bit.ly/4dFSCFX

South Carolina Supreme Court overturned Alex Murdaugh's murder conviction due to improper influence by county clerk Becky Hill. bit.ly/4doj6e3

The DOJ faces staffing and credibility challenges in the eastern district of Virginia following prosecutions of former FBI director James Comey.

Minnesota Supreme Court ruled that parents can be vicariously liable under the Safety Responsibility Act for a teen driver’s fatal accident despite driver immunity. bit.ly/4nmKSfk

The 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that most immigrant detainees in Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky, and Tennessee must be offered bond hearings during deportation proceedings. bit.ly/4dlH5uo

Immigration lawyers caution wealthy clients against Trump’s gold card visa due to legal uncertainty, ongoing litigation, and lack of congressional approval. bit.ly/3PcPU1w

The DOJ faces staffing and credibility challenges in the eastern district of Virginia following prosecutions of former FBI director James Comey. bit.ly/4winqE5

Ramsey County report reveals prosecutors declined 38.4% of criminal cases from 2018-2024, mostly due to insufficient evidence.

The justice department will not appeal a D.C. judge’s ruling that quashed subpoenas to the Federal Reserve and chair Jerome H. Powell in a closed investigation. bit.ly/48RYpFM

Experts warn small law firms lack succession plans, risking client disruption, lost firm value, and ethical issues tied to retirement or unexpected exits. bit.ly/4dBwOeA

Minnesota Supreme Court upheld Adam Fravel’s murder conviction, ruling hearsay statements about domestic abuse did not affect the verdict. bit.ly/4nipnMK

Ramsey County report reveals prosecutors declined 38.4% of criminal cases from 2018-2024, mostly due to insufficient evidence. bit.ly/4eDM4Ja

Recent Minnesota Tax Court rulings highlight property tax disputes, valuation appeals, filing deadlines and agricultural tax classifications. bit.ly/4d1c8wA

The Minnesota Court of Appeals revives a homeowner’s lawsuit over golf ball property damage, finding factual disputes on negligence and nuisance claims. bit.ly/4wkFNbo