The Briefing Room: November 2025
Embracing AI in Legal Writing—Insights and Takeaways from Our Recent Seminar Earlier this fall, we had the privilege to deliver a seminar that explored how artificial intelligence is transforming legal writing. Our session was designed as a hands-on, interactive experience, giving attendees the unique opportunity to see first-hand how AI tools can significantly enhance clarity, […]
How Social Media Can Impact a Divorce
Social media is deeply woven into most everyone’s daily lives, serving as a tool for communication, networking, and entertainment. However, if used improperly, social media can introduce unexpected challenges during a divorce. The use of Facebook, Instagram, X, and even LinkedIn may affect divorce proceedings in several significant ways. Emotional and Psychological Evidence Divorce cases […]
From Loophole to Legal Lockdown: The Hemp Industry at Risk
The hemp industry is facing what can only be described as a full-scale crisis: a complex, high-stakes tangle of regulation, litigation, and market uncertainty. For legal professionals, policymakers, and industry stakeholders, understanding how we arrived here and what lies ahead is critical. The irony is stark: the very law that legalized hemp is now being […]
Think Your PERA Beneficiary Will Receive Your Retirement Account? Maybe Not.
If you’re a Minnesota government employee, you may assume that the person(s) you list as the beneficiary of your PERA retirement account will receive those funds when you pass. I recently learned—both personally and unexpectedly—that this may not be the case. I joined Hellmuth & Johnson after spending six years as a government attorney. Over […]
How Do You Find a Good Attorney for a Trust Dispute?
When a loved one passes away, questions about how their assets are handled can quickly become complex and emotional. If you believe that a trustee has mismanaged funds, acted unfairly, or violated the terms of a trust, you may need to take legal action to protect your rights. But how do you find the right […]
The Gift of Setting Up an Estate Plan
Think of one of the nicest things anyone has done for you. Maybe someone made a grand gesture, or showed up when you needed support, or saved you from something difficult or unpleasant? Whatever it was, it probably made your life better and showed you that someone cared. When you set up your estate plan, […]
The Briefing Room: October 2025
Elevate your legal writing and general practice by exploring the Kanban method. Introduction Legal writing is one of the most time-consuming and mentally demanding parts of modern law practice. Drafting a persuasive motion, composing client communications, or refining internal memoranda all require sustained focus, strategic organization, and frequent revisions. Yet in today’s fast-paced legal environment—where […]
What is going on with Insurance Rates for Minnesota Homeowners?
We have heard the news – insurance is not getting any cheaper. This year, Minnesota homeowners may have insurance premiums increase by 15%.[1] That increase dramatically exceeds inflation.[2] Those on a fixed income may have difficulty keeping pace with rising insurance costs. It is only a matter of time before Minnesotans will feel the impact […]
Six Things to Know About the Minnesota Contractor Recovery Fund
Has your home been damaged by a contractor’s faulty work? Did your contractor lie to you or steal money from you? Or did your contractor simply walk off the job? If any of these situations apply to you, you may be entitled to compensation from the Minnesota Contractor Recovery Fund. The Contractor Recovery Fund is […]
The Briefing Room: September 2025
Our Annual Legal Writing Subscription Plan—Now Open for Enrollment We are thrilled to continue building on the excitement from last month’s announcement: our new annual Legal Writing Subscription Plan is officially up and running! This program is designed to give attorneys consistent access to high-level feedback, expert insights, and trusted support from our Legal Writing […]