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When a professional forms, operates, or transfers a firm, compliance requires more than simply following the laws governing corporations, limited liability companies, or limited liability partnerships. If the firm provides certain professional services, it may also be subject to the Minnesota Professional Firms Act (“MPFA”), codified at Minn. Stat. ch....
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Based on changes to the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”), many business entities were faced with filing a report about their “beneficial owners” with the federal government by January 1, 2025 (“BOI Reports”). On December 3, 2024, a Texas federal court ruled that the new CTA reporting requirements are unconstitutional and...
Divorce is a complex process. One of the most difficult parts can be valuing a business. Whether it is a family ran car dealership, a closely held hedge fund, or shares of a larger corporation, the value of the asset or interest can have a tremendous impact on the division...
Writing Tips From the Simpsons The Simpsons can teach good writing by demonstrating the importance of wellrounded characters, strong dialogue, layered themes, precise pacing, and structure. It’s an excellent example of how humor, when combined with thoughtful storytelling, can not only entertain but also provoke thought and emotion. Sometimes the...
Deferring, minimizing, or avoiding estate taxes altogether is often an important estate planning goal for married couples. However, uncertainty surrounding what the estate tax laws and the value of their accounts and property will be at the first spouse’s death can leave a couple feeling that they need a crystal...
A Ramsey County District judge paused the social equity applicant pre-approval lottery set for tomorrow, November 25, 2024. How did we get here and what’s next? Judge Stephen L. Smith of Ramsey County District Court heard consolidated arguments for three lawsuits involving eight plaintiffs who were verified social equity applicants...
If you’re considering filing a lawsuit in Minnesota, a critical question to ask is whether you can recover attorney’s fees as part of your case. The answer largely depends on the type of claim you bring, the agreements between parties, and specific Minnesota laws. Let’s explore when attorney’s fees might...
When an employee comes forward with a complaint, it’s a signal that something isn’t right. As an employer, your first instinct may be to find the quickest, least disruptive solution. But when policy is broken, and an investigation is necessary, what you really need is a plaintiffs’ litigator—not just any...
THE FUTURE of Legal Tech and the Art of Persuasive Legal Writing Legal writing can be complex, but with the right techniques, it becomes a powerful tool for persuasion. In this inaugural Legal Writing Mastery newsletter, brought to you by Hellmuth & Johnson’s Legal Writing Practice Group, we provide more...
In Minnesota’s legal landscape, punitive damages are a crucial yet often overlooked tool that can tip the scales in litigation. Beyond compensating victims, punitive damages are awarded to punish particularly egregious behavior and deter similar conduct in the future. They can also provide a powerful bargaining chip for attorneys seeking...
For some time, Hellmuth & Johnson’s Legal Writing Practice Group has supported our firm’s wide-ranging litigation practice. We are excited to now offer these services to outside attorneys as well. Led by Brendan Kenny and co-chaired by Neven Selimovic, our team assists and writes for litigators across a variety of...