b'Team News Moss & Barnett in Our CommunityPeter J. Kaiser and Taylor D. Sztainer Appointed AdjunctResponsible Disposal, Directors to Moss & Barnett Board of Directors Positive Impact: Moss & Barnett is pleased to announce that Peter J. Kaiser andTaylor leads the firms Professional LiabilityOur Partnership Taylor D. Sztainer have been appointed Adjunct Directors to theteam where she focuses on litigation, loss firms Board of Directors effective July 1, 2023. Adjunct directorsprevention, risk management, and serves aswith PCs for Peopleare shareholders who serve as non-voting members of our Board ofoutside general counsel for her clients. She Directors for one year. The adjunct director program is intended tohas litigated cases in federal and state courtsMoss & Barnett continually seeks to contribute to our community train future leaders of the firm. throughout Minnesota and the United Statesin meaningful ways. This year, we found a unique opportunity to Taylor D. Sztainer focusing on professional liability claimsgive back while also maintaining our commitment to responsible Peter is an experienced corporate lawyeragainst accountants and attorneys; business who primarily works in the areas of emergingasset management. We are in the process of upgrading our and personal torts; shareholder and trust disputes; employment- technology infrastructure, and rather than simply disposing of old growth, alternative investing, and mergersrelated disputes; and commercial real estate litigation.and acquisitions (M&A). He acts as outsideservers, networking equipment, and other computer peripherals, general counsel for his clients, with a focusPeter and Taylor will each continue practicing law on awe have chosen to donate these items to PCs for People, anSome of the equipment donated to PCs for People pictured with on creative, practical solutions. His practicefull-time basis in addition to handling their managementorganization that can put our old tech to excellent use. Office Services Specialist Erik M. Tonder.includes advising startups and emergingresponsibilities. They serve on the Board along with directorsPCs for People is a non-profit whose mission is to provideWe are thrilled to engage in this initiative that aligns so closely Peter J. Kaiser growth companies from inception to exit,John P. Boyle, Jana Aune Deach, Brian T. Grogan,affordable technology access to individuals and non-profitwith our core values and are thankful for the continued support of often coordinating their many legal needs. Peter represents buyersTimothy L. Gustin, Christopher D. Stall, and James J. Vedder. organizations in need. They refurbish and recycle donatedour clients which allows us to contribute to such impactful efforts. and sellers in all stages of the M&A process, with a focus on cuttingtech gear, providing a valuable second life to items that mightOur old tech gear may no longer serve our firm, but it is sure to through the legalese and helping his clients decide what matters.otherwise end up as e-waste. By donating our old technology, weserve our community in its new life. To learn more about PCs for not only help reduce waste but also empower those in need withPeople, visit pcsforpeople.org.James J. Vedder Elected President of the Minnesota Chapteraccess to technology.of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers(AAML-MN) "Sick and Safe Leave" Continued From Page 2Statewide Changes Next Steps for EmployersMoss & Barnett is pleased to announce that shareholder andspousal maintenance and child support; family law attorney, James J. Vedder, was elected President ofcustody settlement and litigation; settlementOn May 24, 2023, Governor Walz signed the Omnibus Jobs Act,All Minnesota employers should review their policies regarding the Minnesota Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonialnegotiations; and appeals. which includes ESSL provisions that take effect on January 1, 2024.paid sick leave and ensure compliance with any applicable city Lawyers (AAML MN). Jims term as President began on June 7,Notably, the new law does not preempt ESSL city ordinances. Forordinances and Minnesotas new ESSL law. Please contact your 2023, and will run for two years. Jim previously served as PresidentJim has been included in The Best Lawyersemployers subject to a city ESSL ordinance with more generousemployment law attorney at Moss & Barnett for guidance specific Elect from 2021-2023. AAML-MN helps to educate Minnesotain America since 2015 and was named thebenefits than those provided by state law, the employer is requiredto your workplace.family lawyers, propose legislation on important family lawBest Lawyers Family Law "Lawyer of theto provide the more generous benefits to employees.initiatives, and discuss new trends in the law. Year" in 2023 in Minneapolis. He has been James J. Vedder listed in the Minnesota Super Lawyers Jim has significant trial and settlement experience in complex"Top 100" list since 2015, and included in Minnesota Super Lawyers"Cannabis Legalization" Continued From Page 9marital dissolution matters, including the division of marital andsince 2012. Jim serves as a Director on Moss & Barnetts Board ofConclusionnonmarital assets, the division of closely held businesses, spousalDirectors. In addition, he has served as an adjunct professor and has maintenance, child support, and custody issues. He regularlytaught numerous classes and seminars on various family law topics.In light of Minnesotas move to permit adult use of cannabis,drug and cannabis testing policies created before the recent law advises in the areas of antenuptial and postnuptial agreements;Jim received his J.D. from Hamline University School of Law and hisemployers are well-advised to review and update their work ruleschange may not be legally compliant. The employment law business valuation litigation; complex litigation and the settlementB.A. from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. or policies relating to employee drug and cannabis use as well aslawyers at Moss & Barnett are ready to assist employers in of marital and nonmarital assets; complex nonmarital tracing;their employee drug and cannabis testing policies. Any employeethis area.10 11#'