Defending the Rule of Law in Modern Democracy | University of Minnesota Law School

When

November 13, 2025, 9:00 to 10:00 am

Where

Walter F. Mondale Hall

University of Minnesota Law School
229 19th Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55455

In this CLE, panelists will examine the contemporary challenges to the rule of law and democratic norms, focusing on the legal and ethical responsibilities of lawyers to defend these foundational principles. We will analyze specific threats from executive overreach and political attacks on the judiciary, and detail the proactive measures lawyers are taking to uphold legal stability and protect constitutional rights. The program will cover strategic litigation, ethical advocacy, and the importance of public education in a highly polarized environment, providing practitioners with a blueprint for action to ensure a just and accountable society.

About Mornings at Mondale

Mornings at Mondale is a monthly CLE series hosted by the University of Minnesota Law School. It was designed to provide an opportunity for alumni and friends to advance their professional development through essential CLE credits and networking opportunities. The Mornings at Mondale CLE series features leading faculty and alumni across the legal profession addressing hot topics in the law.