"Amid the ongoing unrest over U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's presence in Minneapolis, several Am Law 200 law firms with offices in the city are prioritizing the well-being of their lawyers and staff, providing remote work arrangements, and facilitating opportunities to get involved. "Like most of Minnesota, our firm is very focused on the situation playing out on the streets of our communities," Peter Nelson, a managing partner at Dorsey & Whitney, told Law.com."
"Nelson said the firm has encouraged lawyers and staff to work remotely if it "increases their sense of safety" and provided counseling to those affected by recent events, including the killing of local residents Renee Good and Alex Pretti by ICE authorities. Nelson also told Law.com that Dorsey & Whitney is "endeavoring to accommodate those who need some time away from work" and "pursuing pro bono opportunities.""
"Peter Michaud, the chair of Ballard Spahr who is based in Minneapolis, said his firm is allowing lawyers and staff who are concerned with working in downtown Minneapolis to modify their hours or be remote, Law.com reports. The firm has also modified billable hour requirements for certain attorneys who have been affected. Fredrikson & Byron, in addition to offering flexible work arrangements and providing resources to staff and their families, is assisting clients and legal organizations in their response to recent ICE activities, Law.com reports."
Several Am Law 200 firms with Minneapolis offices are prioritizing lawyer and staff well-being by offering remote work, flexible hours, counseling, and opportunities to engage in community support. Firms are accommodating time away from work and adjusting billable-hour expectations for attorneys affected by recent unrest. Firms are pursuing pro bono matters and assisting clients and legal organizations in responses to ICE activities, including alleged unlawful detentions and denial of access to counsel. Firms are also providing resources to employees and their families and emphasizing the legal community’s role in protecting rights and supporting local communities.
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