Dorsey & Whitney Adds Former Minnesota Solicitor General to Bolster Commercial Litigation
Event summary
- Liz Kramer, former Minnesota Solicitor General, joins Dorsey & Whitney as a Commercial Litigation Partner in Minneapolis.
- Kramer served two terms as Minnesota Solicitor General, leading high-profile appellate and constitutional cases.
- She brings 15 years of private practice experience in commercial litigation and arbitration.
- Dorsey highlights Kramer's expertise in complex commercial, appellate, and constitutional matters.
The big picture
Dorsey & Whitney's hire of Liz Kramer underscores the growing trend of law firms recruiting former government officials to strengthen their litigation capabilities. This move aligns with broader industry shifts where firms seek to combine private sector expertise with deep regulatory insights. Kramer's background in high-stakes appellate cases positions Dorsey to compete more aggressively in complex commercial litigation.
What we're watching
- Regulatory Influence
- How Kramer's public sector experience will shape Dorsey's approach to regulatory and constitutional litigation.
- Client Acquisition
- Whether Dorsey can leverage Kramer's high-profile cases to attract new clients in commercial litigation.
- Practice Expansion
- The pace at which Dorsey expands its appellate and constitutional practice under Kramer's leadership.