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About Patrick Kelly Patrick J. Kelly is a Partner at Kelly & Lemmons and also serves as President of the fine. He has practiced law for over 30 years. He recently ended his term as President of the Minnesota State Bar Association in June, 2007. Mr. Kelly obtained his juris doctor degree from Creighton University School of Law in 1975. Mr. Kelly attended National University of Ireland, with honors, and graduated from Marquette University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1971. Mr. Kelly is licensed to practice before all Minnesota and Wisconsin courts, the Federal District Courts in both states, the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals, and the Supreme Court of the United States. He has argued cases before the Minnesota Court of Appeals, Minnesota Supreme Court, and the Federal 8th Circuit Court of Appeals. Mr. Kelly's current representation of municipal entities includes the City of Little Canada, the City of Taylors Falls, White Bear Township, Eureka Township and the City of Gem Lake. In addition, his 31 years advising the City of Maplewood made him one of the longest - serving City Attorneys with any one city in Minnesota's history. Mr. Kelly is aware of the importance of well balanced, orderly, affordable and high quality attractive community development. Mr. Kelly, through his prior and current clients, has extensive experience in land use planning, property development, acquiring properties for community projects such as parks, community centers, and public improvements. Mr. Kelly has established relationships with many Members of Congress and Senate, as well as local law makers. He also has a strong relationship with financial institutions and recognizes the importance of economic vitality in the community. Mr. Kelly assisted bond counsel for the issuance of debt - related instruments and has provided opinions to clients as requested. He has also provided opinions to various cities regarding procedures and compliance with bonds. In addition, Mr. Kelly is a recognized and sought -after arbitrator of labor contract and employment disputes, as well as being a frequent speaker at local and state bar functions. Mr. Kelly's general counsel practice has included development of employment policies, employee seminars, labor negotiations, general advisory assistance, civil service commissions, and frequent lectures on ethics, sexual harassment and discrimination. Mr. Kelly has also served as President of the Ramsey County Bar Association, and Chairperson of the Second Judicial District Ethics Committee appointed by the Supreme Court of Minnesota.