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Outside Consultant: What Should I Focus on When Operating my Franchise Business?
Outside ConsultantThis "Outside Consultant" column by Dennis Monroe, senior distinguished fellow at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, ran in the Star Tribune on Nov. 8, 2021. Training. Franchises are developed by an experienced businessperson with a proven track record, so start by tapping into this success model. Take advantage of the franchisor’s experience – and…
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Bassford Remele Establishes Diversity Scholarship for St. Thomas Law Students
Business & LawMinneapolis law firm Bassford Remele has made a $60,000 gift to the University of St. Thomas School of Law to create a new scholarship for law students aimed at promoting diversity in the legal profession. The scholarship will provide financial assistance to St. Thomas students who are interested in civil litigation, have a strong academic… -
In the News: Where to focus in a franchise business
In the NewsSenior Distinguished Fellow at the St. Thomas School of Law Dennis Monroe wrote a column for the Star Tribune offering advice on how to successfully operate a franchise business. From the column: Franchises are developed by an experienced businessperson with a proven track record, so start by tapping into this success model. Take advantage of… -
Law Alumnus Plays Pivotal Role in Veterans Restorative Justice Act
AlumniWhen Ryan Else’s active military duty ended in 2006 after nearly a decade of service with the Army National Guard, he contemplated his next steps. The veteran toyed with the idea of working in law enforcement or intelligence work. Ultimately, he was drawn to the law. At St. Thomas School of Law, Else ’11 J.D. discovered a passion… -
Outside Consultant: What Are the Best Practices for Financing a Franchise?
Business & LawThis "Outside Consultant" column by Dennis Monroe, senior distinguished fellow at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, ran in the Star Tribune on Nov. 1, 2021. The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), which the franchisor is required to provide potential franchisees, will have a specific section titled “Estimated Initial Investment.” This section outlines a range, depending… -
Religious Liberty Appellate Clinic Defends Prisoners' Rights to Spiritual Comfort
Business & LawThe University of St. Thomas School of Law Religious Liberty Appellate Clinic has filed an amicus curiae brief in the U.S. Supreme Court in the case Ramirez v. Collier. The brief was submitted on behalf of several major Christian religious organizations, including Southern Baptists, Seventh Day Adventists and Anglicans. The case challenges the constitutionality of… -
Father David Link, St. Thomas School of Law Founding Dean, Dies
In Our PrayersFather David Link, St. Thomas School of Law founding dean, died Oct. 28 at age 85. Link was part of a core team of individuals assembled in 1999 to hire faculty and staff, establish temporary facilities, recruit students, apply for accreditation and more when the university was examining its options for a law school. He was named founding dean, a role he held… -
Outside Consultant: What Are Some Things to Consider Before Becoming a Franchisee?
Outside ConsultantThis "Outside Consultant" column by Dennis Monroe, senior distinguished fellow at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, ran in the Star Tribune on Oct. 25, 2021. Just like past downturns in the economy, the pandemic has created a new flood of entrepreneurialism. The desire to be the master of one’s own destiny has led to an increase in franchise sales.… -
Outside Consultant: Why Are Trademarks Important to My Business?
Business & LawThis "Outside Consultant" column by Bradley Walz '01, '04 J.D., head of the St. Thomas law school Trademark Clinic, ran in the Star Tribune on Oct. 11, 2021. Too few businesses federally register their trademarks. There’s a disparity between the number of new business applications and new trademark applications filed each year; perhaps business owners do… -
In the News: Bannon's subpoena snub sets up big decision for Biden DOJ
In the NewsLaw professor Mark Osler comments in a nationally distributed article by The Hill on the significance of former Trump White House strategist Stephen Bannon's decision to reject a subpoena from the House committee investigating the events of Jan. 6. From the article: “That’s going to be something that will be considered at the highest levels…