Lawrence M. Rocheford
IN MEMORIUM (1958-2020)
Office Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
With great sadness, we announce the unexpected passing of Larry Rocheford on November 27, 2020. Read more about Larry’s passing, his legal career and tributes from colleagues, friends and family.
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Lommen Abdo News – June 2023
The next edition of our newsletter is ready for review and includes these articles: U.S. Supreme Court Clarifies Requirements for Preserving Issues on Appeal by Michelle Kuhl Navigating Evictions and Moratoriums in the Post-Pandemic Real Estate Market by Christopher...
Midwest Law Talk – Interview with Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara
In this new episode of the Midwest Law Talk podcast, Joseph Wetch interviews Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara. Check out this episode to hear Brian O’Hara discuss the following topics, and more: Coming from Newark, New Jersey to the Twin Cities, and what...
The Benefits of Mediation in Shareholder Disputes
Shareholder disputes can be complex, emotionally charged, and costly affairs, often leaving both parties embroiled in legal battles that can harm the company and strain relationships. Fortunately, there is an alternative to traditional litigation that offers numerous...
SCOTUS Clarifies Requirements for Preserving Issues for Appeal
Properly preserving legal arguments at the trial court is crucial for setting a case up for a successful appeal. For years, courts across the country have been divided on whether a purely legal issue raised in a summary judgment motion must be reasserted post-trial in...
Kelly Sofio Authors Chapter 24 on “No-Fault Claims Handling & Arbitration” for the Minnesota Motor Vehicle Accident Deskbook, 6th Edition
We are thrilled to announce that Lommen Abdo attorney Kelly Sofio has taken over authorship of Chapter 24 titled "No-Fault Claims Handling & Arbitration" for the 6th edition of the Minnesota Motor Vehicle Accident Deskbook. This comprehensive resource is a go-to...
Recent Case Highlights Importance of Timing as Consideration for Appeal
It’s no secret that appeals can take a long time. As I described in a previous post, that is one of the factors that should be considered in deciding whether to appeal. Recently, the Minnesota Supreme Court issued a decision that illustrates this point. Specifically,...