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This year, 559 members of the HCBA certified as North Star Lawyers. To be designated as a North Star Lawyer, an attorney must deliver 50 or more hours of free legal services to a member of the public, without the expectation of payment, and report their annual hours to the Minnesota State Bar Association. These attorneys demonstrated a remarkable commitment to the legal field and improving access to justice. Bravo!
Pitch an article for a chance to be published in the Hennepin Lawyer's annual edition.
We’re looking for submissions that explore how attorneys are adapting and responding to change, whether it's driven by new technology, social shifts, evolving workplace expectations, or personal and professional growth. We’re especially interested in articles grounded in real experience, whether your own or from your work with clients, that can offer insights and perspective for others in the legal community.
Please send one to two paragraphs describing your topic idea to Elsa Cournoyer at ecournoyer@mnbars.org by August 29. Prospective articles should connect to the theme of navigating change in today’s legal world, particularly with a local legal focus.
Wednesday, October 8, 5:00–7:00 p.m.
Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, the Depot
Don't miss this unique opportunity for attorneys from any area of practice to meet judges and referees from the district, state, and federal courts in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Come catch up with colleagues, make new connections, and be part of the evening’s great conversations. Sign up early to reserve your spot this year.
Monday, September 15, at Edinburgh Golf Course in Brooklyn Park
Join us for the Hennepin County Bar Foundation’s Annual Golf Tournament—a day of friendly competition and fun, in support of access to justice. Your participation in the golf tournament or bike ride will help the Foundation fund legal services in Hennepin County. Don't miss it!
There will not be a Hennepin Lawyer newsletter on Thursday, August 28. We'll return to your inbox on Thursday, September 4.
HCBA Signature CLE
Friday, September 26, 2025 at 12:00 P.M.
1.0 Standard CLE Credit
Join us for an insightful CLE program that delves into two of Minnesota's most notable recent high verdict cases: Willis Electric v. Polygroup and Thapa v. St. Cloud Orthopedic Associates. This program is tailor-made for attorneys looking to understand the intricacies of high-stakes litigation and glean strategic insights from groundbreaking legal battles.
This CLE is FREE for HCBA members.
