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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| Paralegal | 8/16/2009 | Bryan Chant, Esq. |
| Q: I am 17 yrs old and I will be graduating from high school shortly. I plan to attend college and ... A: There are a lot of great opportunities in criminal law and it is an enormous field. For example, ... | ||
| undergraduate seeking direction | 8/14/2009 | Bryan Chant, Esq. |
| Q: I tried to ask you a question yesterday but it didn't end up going through. I am an undergraduate ... A: I'll do my best to answer them. There are so many different legal practice areas that it can be ... | ||
| Paralegal education | 7/29/2009 | Bryan Chant, Esq. |
| Q: I am looking into becoming a paralegal. I already have a BS in Biblical Studies and a minor in ... A: I would say that the details of your degrees are not the crucial item. What is crucial, however, is ... | ||
| re-start law career | 7/23/2009 | Bryan Chant, Esq. |
| Q: I am a 45 year old stay-at-home mom with a law degree and Oregon bar membership. However, I ... A: Jane, I would say that there is absolutely a chance but you're going to have a lot of work to do. ... | ||
| Types of Law | 7/22/2009 | Bryan Chant, Esq. |
| Q: my name is Bret. I am interested in becoming a lawyer and am aware that there are many different ... A: Patent prosecution requires a "hard" science background such as biology, chemistry, physics, or ... | ||
| Types of Law | 7/21/2009 | Bryan Chant, Esq. |
| Q: my name is Bret. I am interested in becoming a lawyer and am aware that there are many different ... A: You are right that there are many different types of law and probably too many to list. You might ... | ||
| lawyers pay | 6/10/2009 | Bryan Chant, Esq. |
| Q: How are lawyers paid are they paid bi-weekly or monthly? A: Lawyers are paid a variety of different ways. Assuming that you are talking about an attorney ... | ||
| no jobs | 2/12/2009 | Sally A. Kane |
| Q: I am writing about my 27 year old son. He graduated with honors from Brown University, majoring in ... A: It is a tough job market and sometimes the hardest job to find is your first. Legal employers today ... | ||
| Majors | 2/10/2009 | Sally A. Kane |
| Q: I am a senior this year and I plan to become a lawyer. I am attending a college with a Pre-Law ... A: Robert, Many aspiring lawyers stress over what major to choose. However, your undergraduate major ... | ||
| getting started in my career | 1/28/2009 | Sally A. Kane |
| Q: I am a criminal justice major graduate with a bachelors degree. I have always wanted to be a ... A: A bachelor's degree in criminal justice is a great foundation for a career as a paralegal. However, ... | ||
| Is a law career for me? | 1/17/2009 | Sally A. Kane |
| Q: I have kind of a different situation right now as an undergrad; I went to a community college for ... A: Kim, There are a few common stereotypes about lawyers that are not necessarily true. Two of these ... | ||
| Corporate Law | 1/13/2009 | Sally A. Kane |
| Q: I have 3 years of experience in Information technology and i want to continue my studies through ... A: If you wish to pursue a law degree, I would not recommend an online degree. Online law degrees are ... | ||
| Questions | 1/5/2009 | Sally A. Kane |
| Q: Im 18 and working towards a B.A. before entering a Law School. I live in Canada where a B.A is ... A: With a little hard work and networking, you can find part-time or summer work in a law firm. Since ... | ||
| Salary | 1/4/2009 | Sally A. Kane |
| Q: I would like to be a lawyer when i get older, i would like to enter the corporate/business and or ... A: Working for a mega-firm is a common aspiration among would-be lawyers. Therefore, competition for ... | ||
| Need advice | 11/13/2008 | Sally A. Kane |
| Q: i am 18 years old and a freshman in college. At the moment I am working towards getting my business ... A: To become a corporate lawyer, you will need to: 1. Obtain your bachelor’s degree; 2. Graduate from ... | ||
| Should i follow a career as a lawyer or become a surgeon??? | 11/10/2008 | Sally A. Kane |
| Q: I am currently a junior in High school in NY with a 94% avg. I am really interested in both ... A: I can’t tell you what career to choose but I can tell you to follow your heart and choose a career ... | ||
| need advice | 11/3/2008 | Sally A. Kane |
| Q: hey my name is sarah, and im 18 and fresh in college. my major right now is respiratory care and i ... A: To become a state prosecutor, you will need to graduate from a four-year undergraduate program, ... | ||
| Paralegal certification | 10/24/2008 | A. Hall |
| Q: I was wondering what is the best possible way to earn a paralegal certificate? A previous question ... A: The answer depends on your location. I suggest asking a law firm in your area. In many areas, a ... | ||
| high school classes i could take | 10/7/2008 | A. Hall |
| Q: I'm really into law, and i want to take as many classes as i can to be a lawyer! The only class at ... A: College courses won't help much for law school because law school is so different from college. The ... | ||
| high school classes i could take | 10/4/2008 | A. Hall |
| Q: I'm really into law, and i want to take as many classes as i can to be a lawyer! The only class at ... A: Your ambition is impressive. There are no high school classes that will help you in law school ... | ||
| district attorney | 9/27/2008 | A. Hall |
| Q: I am 24 years old and have a family. I would like to become a DA. I wanted to know how to go about ... A: To become a district attorney, you would take the LSAT, apply to law schools, graduate from law ... | ||
| Courses. | 9/25/2008 | Sally A. Kane |
| Q: Ok, I am in grade 8, I know, but I am a very school oriented person and would like to go to ... A: I can’t speak to what types of classes you need to take be successful in the music industry. ... | ||
| The LSAT | 9/19/2008 | A. Hall |
| Q: I was wondering how law schools know whether prospective students memory is any good. I have heard ... A: The LSAT measures reading comprehension, so if you can remember everything you read, that will ... | ||
| Mixing computer Science Degree with Law degree | 9/19/2008 | Sally A. Kane |
| Q: i was graduated from university with a computer science degree 4 years ago... and i have experience ... A: A computer science degree combined with a legal degree can make you competitive in the growing ... | ||
| Want to Become a Paralegal and later a Lawyer | 9/4/2008 | Sally A. Kane |
| Q: I want to become a paralegal and a few years later I want to become a lawyer do I still have to go ... A: To become a lawyer you must earn a bachelor’s degree, graduate from law school and pass your state’s ... | ||
| Classes | 9/3/2008 | Sally A. Kane |
| Q: As an 11th grader what classes should I be taking? A: Classes in writing, speech and logical reasoning may help prepare you for law school. Getting ... | ||
| Criminal Justice Major | 8/31/2008 | Sally A. Kane |
| Q: I am Junior level college student majoring in Criminal Justice Correctional Administration. I just ... A: Becoming a lawyer is not the only route to a rewarding career in the legal field. With a bachelor’s ... | ||
| Would It hurt to take the LSAT for the hell of it? | 8/18/2008 | A. Hall |
| Q: Im not totally decided on what I want to do. Law has really caught my attention lately. But Im not ... A: No, it wouldn't hurt to take the LSAT just to see how you do. Of course, the cost would be some ... | ||
| Job references | 8/14/2008 | A. Hall |
| Q: Can your current employer give you a bad reference if you are trying to get another job and the new ... A: Answer to question 1: If you're doing a good job and your employer doesn't want you to leave and ... | ||
| Master of Science: Legal Studies | 8/13/2008 | A. Hall |
| Q: What can one do with a Master's degree in Law & Public Policy? I know I cannot practice law but I ... A: Here are a few career options that come to mind. You could work as a lobbyist, speaker, author, ... | ||
| 3L job search for small criminal law firm job | 8/5/2008 | A. Hall |
| Q: First off I'd like to thank you for your insight. I'm a 3L at regional law school in the south. I ... A: Essentially, your question seeks ways to find a job doing criminal defense at small law firms. ... | ||
| combining law and science | 8/4/2008 | A. Hall |
| Q: Hall, I am a biochemist with basic research/teaching experience in academia and have a M.S degree. ... A: The natural fit for someone of your qualifications would be a patent attorney. Becoming a patent ... | ||
| Question about 1L internship | 8/4/2008 | Sally A. Kane |
| Q: Kane, I am a law student at a top tier law school. I am very unhappy with me 1L summer internship ... A: It is unfortunate that you are not receiving substantive assignments during your internship. This ... | ||
| should i go for Cyberlaw or IPR?(Being an IT professional) | 7/9/2008 | Sally A. Kane |
| Q: i am an IT professional,working with some software development organisation.my interest is more ... A: Vivek, Yes, your IT background may be helpful in the areas of cyber law or IP. Moreover, your IT ... | ||
| Paralegal -- English vs. Business Administration | 7/8/2008 | Sally A. Kane |
| Q: I already have my Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies as well as a Paralegal Certificate from an ... A: Jennifer, You are correct that writing and critical thinking skills are essential to paralegal ... | ||
| I want to become a District attorney when I grow up. | 7/2/2008 | Sally A. Kane |
| Q: xD Please respond ASAP! thanks A: I admire your enthusiasm. It is never too early to begin preparing for a career as an attorney. ... | ||
| part time programs | 5/19/2008 | L. Gappy |
| Q: What are your thoughts on the evening programs or part time law school programs? Most highly rated ... A: Stick with the big 4 job as long as possible until you hit a wall and stop moving up or stop ... | ||
| paralegal work experience | 5/12/2008 | Sally A. Kane |
| Q: I have been out of the workforce for almost a decade while receiving SSI benefits due to disability, ... A: The most appealing paralegal job candidates have the following: 1. Top grades from a reputable ... | ||
| LAW | 5/2/2008 | L. Gappy |
| Q: what all do u have to do to become a lawyer and is it worth my time to stay in law school all them ... A: You have to go to college and law school for a combined 7 years full time and get strait A's at a ... | ||
| question | 5/1/2008 | L. Gappy |
| Q: I'm going to school to be a lawyer. It's what I want to do more than anything. I'm currently ... A: That all depends on where you are going to work and what kind of law you plan on practicing. If you ... | ||
A. Hall
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Expertise
As a licensed MN lawyer, I can answer questions about the law job search during law school, law volunteering, law internships, summer associate jobs, job searching as an attorney (lateral moves), and law practice as an attorney.
Experience
Aaron Hall is a licensed Minnesota attorney, admitted to practice law in Minnesota state courts and the U.S. Federal District Court in Minnesota.
Aaron Hall's experience includes service at the law firms of Fredrikson & Byron, Morrison Fenske & Sund, Foley & Mansfield, and Henningson & Snoxell. Aaron Hall also served as a judicial extern under the Honorable Paul A. Magnuson, United States District Court Judge, and as an adjunct professor at Concordia University teaching Introduction to Business Law, Business Law for Marketing Professionals, and Internet Law for Marketing Professionals courses.
Organizations
American Bar Association, Minnesota Bar Association, Hennepin County Bar Association, Minnesota Small Business
Publications
Associated Press, Star Tribune, Pioneer Press, Duluth News Tribune, William Mitchell Law Review
Education/Credentials
Aaron was awarded his Juris Doctor degree cum laude from William Mitchell College of Law, where he served on the William Mitchell Law Review. He was recognized on the Deans List for outstanding academics and received the CALI Awards of Excellence in Corporations and Alternative Dispute Resolutions courses. Aaron served as President of the Business Law Society and coordinated the establishment of the Corporate Appellate Law Moot Court. He was awarded his Bachelor of Arts degree in Marketing Management and Innovation summa cum laude from Concordia University in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Awards and Honors
Ten Outstanding Minnesotans, Minnesota Jaycees
Current
Currently, Aaron practices as a corporate lawyer, small business lawyer, employment lawyer, tax lawyer, intellectual property lawyer,copyright lawyer, trademark lawyer, real estate lawyer, litigation lawyer, wills preparation lawyer, nonprofit lawyer, family and divorce lawyer, criminal defense lawyer, personal injury accident lawyer, technology lawyer, and bankruptcy lawyer.
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