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Mitchell Hamline launches resource page for Chauvin trial

Posted: March 29, 2021
Using the school’s legal experts, the page will give context to help people better understand the trial Mitchell Hamline is launching a new resource page to utilize the school’s legal expertise to help the public better understand the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, who is accused of killing George Floyd in 2020. …

Mitchell Hamline launches resource page for Chauvin trial

When the Scales of Justice Turn Upside Down

Posted: March 29, 2021
Ruling that Floyd’s prior conduct is relevant is ‘topsy-turvy’  By Albert Turner Goins  On Monday, America will witness on livestream broadcast the opening statements in the trial of the state of Minnesota versus Derek Chauvin. Everyone, except maybe those living in Patagonia, has seen the video recording of that tragedy.  The issue, as one legal expert said, will not be …

When the Scales of Justice Turn Upside Down

Minnesota House declares racism a public health crisis, thanks to alum’s work

Posted: August 5, 2020
Ruth Richardson feature
In the days after George Floyd was killed by Minneapolis police in May, Ruth Richardson ’06 remembered a conversation she’d had several years ago with her son, Shawn. “He’s a runner, and all he wants to do is be outside,” Richardson told NPR in June. “And I had to tell my little boy that you …

Minnesota House declares racism a public health crisis, thanks to alum’s work

A tribute to civil rights icon John Lewis

Posted: July 28, 2020
Mitchell Hamline School of Law and the country mourn the loss of Congressman John Lewis, an activist for social justice and civil and human rights. Congressman Lewis’ life was an example of commitment and courage in the struggle for racial equality and justice in our country, and after 50 years of dedicated service, he received …

A tribute to civil rights icon John Lewis

List of resources related to George Floyd killing and aftermath

Posted: June 26, 2020
Many members of the Mitchell Hamline community have inquired in recent weeks about how they might help in the aftermath of the George Floyd killing. Others may find themselves in need of legal or other services in connection with the protests and civil unrest that followed Floyd’s death on May 25. Below is a list …

List of resources related to George Floyd killing and aftermath