Katie Claffey ’17 recently opened up a solo practice, Claffey Law, PLLC. The firm specializes in criminal defense, juvenile delinquency, and child protection. Claffey also volunteers with Mitchell Hamline’s advocacy program. Class of 2017
Marquis Hines ’24 opened a law firm in Las Vegas, NV. The firm is currently handling personal injury, workers’ compensation, VA disability, and criminal law matters. Class of 2024
Jay D. Jerde ’06 joined the State Bar of Wisconsin’s Legal Education & Knowledge – Communications Department in Madison, Wisconsin as Legal Writer & Associate Editor. In this position, he will both author articles about legal developments and edit submissions by Wisconsin lawyers. Class of 2006
Markus Yira ’96 was elected president of The Minnesota Association for Justice. Yira’s term as the 70th President of MAJ is effective August 16th, 2024. Since 2004, he has been an Adjunct Professor at Mitchell Hamline, where he currently teaches Torts, Constitutional Law, and Civil Dispute Resolution in the Blended Learning Program. Class of 1996
Hon. John H. Guthmann ’80 received a President’s Award from the Minnesota District Judges Association for “dedicated commitment and leadership in helping to pass the 2024 Judicial Court Staff Safety and Privacy Act” during the 2024 Minnesota legislative session. Picture is of Judge John H. Guthmann; MDJA President Judge Mary Mahler, and co-recipient Judge Todd Schoffelman …