-
Minnesota Supreme Court Decision on Rebutting the Retirement Presumption
April 17, 2025
The Minnesota Supreme Court issued its decision in Simonson v. Douglas County and Minnesota Counties Intergovernmental Trust (April 16, 2025) on rebutting the retirement presumption. More specifically, the issues were 1) the standard of proof necessary in rebutting the retirement presumption in a pre-October 1, 2018, date of injury case, and 2) whether there are a list of factors in determining if an employee rebuts the retirement presumption.
Read More
-
Celebrating International Women's Day
March 7, 2025
Happy International Women’s Day! Today, we honor the women who lead, advocate, and inspire change in the legal field and beyond.
Let’s continue to #AccelerateAction toward equality!
Read More
-
Celebrating Women in Construction Week
March 7, 2025
Women in Construction week is a great time to celebrate the female attorneys who support our construction clients. From navigating complex contracts to resolving disputes, these attorneys bring their expertise and dedication to helping clients achieve their desired results. Thank you for your hard work, Beth Jenson Prouty, Kafi Linville, Perssis Meshkat, Shannon Nelson and Stephanie Kudrle Smodish!
Read More
-
Shayne Hamann is Certified Rule 114 ADR Neutral
February 21, 2025
We are pleased to announce that Shayne Hamann is Certified Rule 114 ADR Neutral. Congratulations!
Read More
-
Mackrell International Achieves Prestigious Chambers Ranking for 13th Consecutive Year
February 20, 2025
Mackrell International (MI) has secured its thirteenth consecutive ranking as a leading global network in the Chambers Directory, a premier legal industry directory, marking an impressive 13-year streak of excellence. This year, MI proudly secures a Band 1 ranking, reinforcing its position as a top tier legal network.
“The recognition is a testament to our continuous innovation, value driven approach, and the difference we make - not just for our member firms, but also for their clients,” says Keith Heddle, Managing Director of Mackrell International.
Read More
-
Team Secures a Defense Verdict
February 14, 2025
Congratulations to attorney Christine Chambers and her team on their trial victory this week, successfully defending a family practice doctor and North Memorial in a case alleging delayed diagnosis of endometrial cancer.
Read More
-
Employment Opportunity: Accounting Manager
February 6, 2025
Arthur Chapman, a top 25 litigation defense law firm located in Minneapolis with more than 50 attorneys, is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Manager to lead its accounting department. This full-time exempt position offers competitive salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional development and growth.
Read More
-
Get to Know New Attorney Jeffrey Grace
January 24, 2025
Welcome to Jeffrey Grace!
Read More
-
Get to Know New Attorney Theman Taylor III
January 24, 2025
Welcome to Theman Taylor!
Read More
-
Beth Jenson Prouty is Reappointed as a Member of the Legislative Salary Council
January 16, 2025
Congratulations to Beth Jenson Prouty on her reappointment as a member on the Legislative Salary Council. This group prescribes the salaries for Minnesota legislators through a report that must be submitted by March 31 of each odd-numbered year. Beth is representing the second district.
Read More
-
Arthur Chapman has announced the election of Aaron C. Abelleira and Nicholas G. Strafaccia as shareholders
January 2, 2025
Arthur, Chapman, Kettering, Smetak & Pikala, P.A. has announced the election of Aaron C. Abelleira and Nicholas G. Strafaccia as shareholders at the firm.
Read More
-
Minnesota Court of Appeals Weighs in on Appraisals
December 19, 2024
On December 16, 2024, the MN Court of Appeals issued a published decision in Ariel, Inc. v. State Farm Fire and Cas. Co., No. A24-0604 (Minn. App. Dec. 16, 2024), providing direction on two appraisal issues:
Read More
-
R. Stephen Tillitt Elected Dean to the Executive Board of the Academy of Certified Trial Lawyers of Minnesota
November 15, 2024
Arthur Chapman is pleased to announce that R. Stephen Tillitt was elected Dean of the Executive Board of the Academy of Certified Trial Lawyers of Minnesota.
Read More
-
Nhoa Stanton selected to represent our firm in the Twin Cities Diversity in Practice Emerging Leaders Group
October 2, 2024
Congratulations to Nhoa Stanton for being selected to represent our firm in the Twin Cities Diversity in Practice Emerging Leaders Group. This group offers professional development and mentoring opportunities for early career attorneys.
Read More
-
Arthur Chapman attorneys selected to the 2024 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists
July 15, 2024
As we celebrate our firm's 50th anniversary this year, we’ve enjoyed recognizing the people and clients who make our firm exceptional.
We are pleased to share the attorneys that were named as Super Lawyers® or Rising Stars® for 2024. Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The patented selection process is multi-phased and includes independent research, peer nominations and peer evaluations.
Read More
-
Get to Know New Attorney Nhoa Stanton
July 9, 2024
Welcome to Nhoa Stanton!
Read More
-
2024 AAA Construction Arbitration & Mediation Procedure Revisions
June 26, 2024
With an emphasis on a more cost-effective and efficiently managed process, the American Arbitration Association has revised the Construction Industry Arbitration Rules and Mediation Procedures in 2024. Now in effect, below is a summary of the significant updates to the arbitration rules and mediation procedures.
Read More
-
Get to Know New Attorney Erica Weber
June 25, 2024
We are excited to introduce you to attorney Erica Weber.
Read More
-
Arthur Chapman Employment Law Update | New Requirements Impacting Minnesota Businesses
June 24, 2024
After expansive changes in 2023, the Minnesota legislature has rolled out new legislation, once again impacting Minnesota businesses. Some of the changes go into effect July 1, 2024 and August 1, 2024. Employers should update their policies and practice. Below is a summary of the new requirements:
Read More
-
Arthur Chapman Welcomes TCDIP 1L Clerk Carissa Fitzlaff
June 14, 2024
Carissa is a first year law student at the University of St. Thomas School of Law. She joins our team for the next ten weeks in partnership with Twin Cities Diversity in Practice 1L Clerkship Program.
Read More