Bench & Bar of Minnesota

Vol. 63, No. 5

May/June 2006

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Aspiring to Professionalism
Professionalism is an elusive term: it describes attributes all can recognize, most can affirm, but none seem able to comprehensively define. Four judges and the chair of MSBA’s Professionalism Committee discuss the topic and the Professionalism Aspirations adopted in 2000.
By the MSBA Professionalism Committee

Keeping Faith in the Rule of Law
Throughout history, fear and anxiety have threatened to undermine Americans’ faith in the rule of law. Now come claims that today’s exceptional circumstances demand exceptional remedies. Lawyers, more than most others, know what’s at stake and how to respond.
By Walter F. Mondale

Retaining Less than Full Time Attorneys
To successfully integrate part-time attorneys into the work of your firm you must first be committed to the concept, then put in place compensation and support systems that ensure success.
By Michael J. Ford

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President's Page:
Separate Branches, Balanced Powers: Law Day at the Capitol
by Susan M. Holden

Professional Responsibility:
If It Ain’t Broke ...
by Betty M. Shaw

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