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Summer Law Extern: Riley Smith, Wright County Public Defender’s Office
Business & LawOne of the goals of the law school’s Mentor Externship Program is to connect each law student with a practicing attorney who can give them practical advice and guidance they can use in law school and their career. In his summer position with the Wright County Public Defender’s Office, 2L Riley Smith found himself reflecting…
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In the News: Rachel Moran on Investigation Into Fatal Shooting by Minnesota State Trooper
In the NewsRachel Moran, professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, recently spoke with KSTP-TV about the fatal shooting of Ricky Cobb II and Minnesota State Patrol employees’ refusal to cooperate in the investigation. From the story: As for Moriarty’s decision to share her feelings about the investigation, a law professor with the University… -
Summer Law Extern: Alfonso Gunaratnam, Minnesota Court of Appeals
Business & LawLaw school has solidified for 3L Alfonso Gunaratnam that he wants to be a litigator, in part, because he has been diligent about finding ways to explore the career path as a student. This summer, he completed a judicial externship with Judge Diane Bratvold in the Minnesota Court of Appeals. Gunaratnam says having the opportunity… -
Professor David Grenardo Wins Prestigious Warren E. Burger Prize
Law Professional NotesSt. Thomas Law Professor David Grenardo has been recognized nationally as a thought leader by the American Inns of Court. He is the 2023 winner of the prestigious Warren E. Burger Prize for his essay, “Debunking the Major Myths Surrounding Mandatory Civility for Lawyers Plus Five Mandatory Civility Rules That Will Work.” The award recognizes… -
In the News: Rachel Moran on Police Deception, Despite Increased Use of Body Cameras
In the NewsRachel Moran, professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, recently spoke with USA Today about how the initial version of events in a police-involved incident are often contradictory to the evidence presented. From the story: Policing experts told USA Today it is not uncommon for an incorrect version of events to be… -
In the News: Michael Paulsen on the Meaning of the 14th Amendment
In the NewsMichael Paulsen, professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, was included in a CBS/CNN story on law scholars raising the constitutional argument that Donald Trump should be barred from the presidency because of his actions to overturn the previous presidential election result. From the story: Just last week, two members of the… -
In the News: Michael Paulsen on Jan. 6 and the Meaning of the 14th Amendment
In the NewsMichael Paulsen, professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, recently spoke with The New York Times about a paper he co-authored with William Baude, law professor at the University of Chicago, on the Jan. 6 insurrection and the meaning of the 14th Amendment to the Constitution. From the story: Two prominent conservative… -
In the News: Tom Berg on Polarization and Religious Liberty
In the NewsTom Berg, professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, recently contributed an article to Christianity Today on the topic of religious liberty as an answer to the polarization that pushes people further apart. From the story: Americans support religious liberty – in general. But they are deeply polarized about how far the… -
In the News: Charles Reid on Federal Appeals Court Overturning Ruling in 2019 Minneapolis Police Incident
In the NewsCharles Reid, professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, recently spoke with the Star Tribune about a case related to police conduct that was recently overturned, and the differing opinions of the trial and appellate judges. From the story: The appellate court deferred to the police while Tunheim gave deference to the… -
Law Professor Gregory Sisk Publishes Revised Hornbook
Law Professional NotesThe second edition of Litigation With the Federal Government, a Hornbook written by University of St. Thomas law professor Gregory Sisk, has been published by West Academic. Publisher’s summary: Any lawyer who practices regularly in the federal courts will encounter the federal government as a party and will learn, as the Supreme Court warned many…