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Twin Cities-area businesses are experiencing a significant uptick in Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Notices of Inspection (NOI) requiring them to produce all relevant Form I-9s for their employees. Recent shifts in federal immigration enforcement have led to a significant change in how U.S. DHS initiates audits. While NOI were...
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In commercial real estate transactions, “due diligence” refers to the investigation and analysis of real estate by a prospective buyer or tenant. The scope of due diligence varies from one transaction to another, depending on the location, history, existing improvements, proposed alterations, and intended use of the property. The scope...
In what area of law do you practice and why did you choose this? Estate Planning. Two reasons. One, I enjoy speaking with and helping people under (usually) happy circumstances. Two, I want to help them legally protect their assets from the prying eyes of the tax man. What did...
As discussed in earlier in this series, there were some significant changes to Minnesota Statutes Chapter 515B, commonly known as the Minnesota Common Interest Ownership Act (“MCIOA”) adopted in the recent session of the Minnesota legislature. Part I focused on the ability to assess attorneys’ fees and costs incurred in...
According to the National Association of Home Builders, in 2018 there were approximately 7.5 million second homes, making up 5.5 percent of the total number of homes.[1] These homes are not only real estate that must be planned for, managed, and maintained, they are also the birthplace of happy memories...
In what area of law do you practice and why did you choose this? Information Technology and Intellectual Property. It’s rewarding to help clients protect and commercialize their innovations. When did you decide you wanted to be a lawyer? I worked alongside a number of attorneys in my first jobs...
Happy Legalization Day! Today is the day many people worked years and even decades to achieve: legalization to possess and consume cannabis in Minnesota. There are so many reasons to celebrate, but here are a couple of things to keep in mind. You can now have two pounds of cannabis...
The decriminalization of adult use and sale of cannabis will have a significant impact on Minnesotans, including those who live in homeowners associations. Part I of this article provided a broad overview of what the decriminalization means for associations. Part II focused on nuisance claims and the potential consequences for...
Ideally, when someone passes away, the paperwork and material concerns associated with the deceased’s passing are so seamlessly handled (thanks to excellent preparation) that they fade into the background, allowing the family and other loved ones to grieve and remember the deceased in peace. In fact, the whole business of...
In what area of law do you practice and why did you choose this? I practice in a variety of transactional work in the areas of real estate, mergers & acquisitions, corporate formation and governance, hospitality, and general business contracts. I came from an entrepreneurial family and I love working...
The 2023 legislative session ended on May 22, 2023, and legislators were active in passing laws that impact employers. Ergonomics Program The ergonomics program requirements apply to warehouse distribution center employers with 100 or more employees, meatpacking and poultry processing sites with 100 or more employees, and health care facilities....