ONLINE
Monday, January 5, 2026
9:00 AM - 4:45 PM
There have been a lot of developments and legislative changes that impact employment in Minnesota. This seminar is designed to give you a crash course on those essential updates from the employer, employee, and in-house counsel perspectives.
In addition to the latest employment law updates from the 2025 legislative session, you’ll receive guidance on:
Plus, practical insights for addressing:
8:30 – 9:00 a.m.
CHECK-IN & CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
9:00 – 9:05 a.m.
WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS
A Focus on New Laws and Updates
9:05 – 9:35 a.m.
Updates on Minneapolis Ordinance Amendments
The Changes You Need to Know About
– Corie J. Anderson & Blaine L. Balow
9:35 – 10:20 a.m.
Impact of 4 Key Supreme Court Employment Decisions
Where Things Stand Post-Dobbs, Groff, Muldrow, and Loper Bright
– Justin D. Cummins & Jody Ward-Rannow
10:20 – 10:30 a.m.
BREAK
10:30 – 11:15 a.m.
Updates on Minnesota’s Paid Family Medical Leave and Earned Sick and Safe Time Laws
A Comprehensive Review of Minnesota’s Paid Family Medical Leave and Earned Sick and Safe Time Laws, including:
– Leonard B. Segal
11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Updates on Federal Employment Laws, Regulations, and Policy Changes
A Review of the Trump Administration’s Priorities and Positions on Key Employment Issues and How Employers Can Navigate the New Landscape
– Nicole A. Truso & Amy E. Boyle
12:00 – 12:45 p.m.
LUNCH BREAK (on your own)
12:45 – 1:30 p.m.
Updates on Federal Immigration Policy Changes
A Review of the Trump Administration’s Immigration Objectives and Priorities and What Employers Need to Know to Navigate the Shifting Landscape
– Loan T. Huynh & Anu Jaswal
Insights on Evolving Employment Topics
1:30 – 2:20 p.m.
The Employment Litigator’s Corner
A Round-Table Discussion on Common Trial Issues and Strategies
– Jeff Brockmann, Jillian M. Kornblatt & Zane A. Umsted
2:20 – 2:30 p.m.
BREAK
2:30 – 3:10 p.m.
Addressing Key Remote Work Issues
Guidance for Employers and Employees on How to Navigate the Modern Workspace
– Megan L. Anderson, Nicholas P. DeMaris & Christina A. Sans
3:10 – 3:50 p.m.
Addressing Discipline and Discharge Issues
A Look at 4 Common Scenarios, How Employers Should Respond, and What to Know About Employee Rights
– Jessica L. Roe & Katherine E. Rollins
3:50 – 3:55 p.m.
BREAK
3:55 – 4:45 p.m.
Guidance on How to Navigate the Changing Landscape on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
A Thoughtful Discussion on the Current State of DEI and Practical Steps for Employers
– Toni D. Newborn, Lucas J. Kaster & Summra M. Shariff
LIVE IN-PERSON
Thursday, December 11, 2025
Minnesota CLE Conference Center
600 Nicollet Mall, Suite 370
Seventh Street & Nicollet Mall, Third Floor City Center
Minneapolis, Minnesota
ONLINE REPLAYS
Monday, January 5, 2026
Thursday, January 15, 2026
Attend online
A moderator will be available to answer questions by email.
$295 MSBA members / $295 paralegals / $345 standard rate
Other discounts that may apply:
Scholarships available!
Need-based scholarships are available for in-person and online seminars. For further information or to obtain a scholarship application, contact us at 800-759-8840 or customerservice@minncle.org.
Minnesota CLE is applying to the Minnesota State Board of CLE for 6.5 standard CLE credits. The maximum number of total credits attendees may claim for this program is 6.5 credits.
Minnesota CLE also has applied to the Minnesota State Bar Association for 6.5 labor and employment law specialist credits.
