Elena Modl
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Elena Modl

Associate
modl.elena@dorsey.com
Minneapolis P +1 (612) 492-6988 F +1 (952) 516-5141
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Overview

ELENA IS AN ASSOCIATE IN THE LABOR & EMPLOYMENT GROUP. 

Elena brings her experience as a Trial associate to guide clients and assist them at every stage of litigation in state and federal courts. She also conducts internal investigations to proactively advise clients on practices and policies to mitigate risk and future disputes. 

Education & Admissions

University of Minnesota Law School (J.D., 2022), magna cum laude; Dean’s List; National Moot Court Competition Team; Public Service Recognition 

University of Minnesota (B.A., Political Science, 2017), Graduate with Distinction; Dean’s List (all semesters); President’s Student Leadership and Service Award

Admissions

  • Minnesota
  • U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota

News & Resources

Articles

What impact has New York’s expanded employee whistleblower statute had on the scope of workers’ protected activities, and what steps can employers take to mitigate the risks of whistleblower claims?
August 11, 2024
DOJ to Develop New Whistleblower Program to Augment Existing Federal Whistleblower Programs
March 14, 2024
Minnesota Legislature Amends Commercial Eviction Law: What Landlords and Tenants Need to Know
July 25, 2023
Post-Pandemic Update on Commercial Evictions in Minnesota
June 21, 2023
Department of Justice Announces First-Ever Pilot Program on Compensation Incentives and Clawbacks, Revisions to Corporate Guidance Regarding Electronic Communications, and Resource Commitments for Corporate Compliance with Sanctions and Export Control Laws
March 6, 2023
DOJ Announces Additional Incentives for Corporate Cooperation in Criminal Enforcement
January 26, 2023

Accolades

  • Dorsey & Whitney – Scales of Justice Team Award (Afghan Asylee Team), 2024

Pro Bono 50 Hours 2022

  • Contributed 50+ Challenge pro bono hours, 2022-2023

North Star Lawyer

  • MSBA North Star Lawyer, 2022-2023
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