ProIn today’s society, where value is placed on creativity and invention, employers need to be extra vigilant to protect the work of their employees, including the development of intellectual property (“IP”).  IP, creations of the mind, includes patents for inventions, trademarks, and copyrights.   Often after an employee leaves a company, the question arises as to...

Mankato, MN (January 1, 2018) – Gislason & Hunter is pleased to announce Jennifer G. Lurken from the Mankato office has been named Partner. Lurken’s extensive legal expertise provides large and small businesses, agricultural producers, banks and individuals with effective outcomes. As an experienced litigator with an emphasis on bankruptcy, banking, civil litigation and employment...

According to a recent study conducted by Princeton Survey Research Associates International, 78% of Millennials (ages 18-36) do not have an estate plan. One of the major reasons cited by Millennials for not taking the time to create even a basic Will is that they do not have any significant assets worth protecting. However, there...

Inside this issue: Lender Liability Revisited: When Do Banker’s Efforts to Help Go Too Far Prepaids and Deferred Income: How to Protect Your Collateral From Your Borrower’s Tax Planning Strategy Case Law Update: Dusenberry v. Hawks Case Law Update: U.S. Bank Nat’l Ass’n v. RBP Realty, LLC Read Full Newsletter

Attorneys Kaitlin Pals and Wade Wacholz presented at the December 6th Estate Planning Seminar. Topics included: Minnesota Estate Tax: Recent Changes, Tips and Traps for the Unwary Succession Planning Tips for the Family Business and Family Farm Estate Planning—Avoiding Tax Pitfalls View Full Presentation

Chris Bowler has performed extensive research and other work related to the Packers and Stockyards Act—a federal antitrust statute directed at the livestock industry.  Chris’ experience with the Packers and Stockyards Act includes advising clients as to potential risks under the Act and co-authoring a law review article was published in the Mitchell Hamline Law...

Chris Bowler has assisted multiple clients with various trademark matters.  Chris’ trademark experience includes advising clients as to the likelihood of trademark registration; drafting trademark applications and other filings; responding to office actions issued by the United States Patent and Trademark Office; advising clients regarding trademark infringement disputes; and drafting trademark licensing agreements.