Overview
Erin Emory represents clients in complex litigation in both the public and private sectors.
Erin comes from a family of journalists and she’s a born question-asker—a talent she brings to bear in depositions, thorny discovery disputes, and strategy determinations.
Erin has played a key role in many high-stakes cases, including representing a Fortune 500 company in a national class action lawsuit and being part of the team that won summary judgment—and the ensuing appeal—on behalf of two municipalities under a novel constitutional theory. Erin is also one of Greene Espel’s lead investigators, where she single-handedly manages critical and sensitive workplace investigations.
Erin joined Greene Espel after clerking for Magistrate Judge Hildy Bowbeer of the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota. Erin has extensive knowledge of the court system in Minnesota and uses her clerkship experience as well as her exceptional writing abilities to assist clients in all stages of litigation.
Erin is also active in the community and works to advance the profession through industry leadership. She serves on the Board of Directors for the American Constitution Society Minneapolis-St. Paul Lawyer Chapter and on the Board of Directors for In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre—a staple of south Minneapolis behind beloved community events like the MayDay Parade. Erin graduated from the University of Michigan Law School, where she was a recipient of the prestigious Darrow Scholarship. During law school, Erin was the Editor-in-Chief of the Michigan Journal of Gender & Law and a founding board member of the Gender Violence Project, a student organization addressing sexual violence.
EDUCATION
- J.D., University of Michigan Law School
- B.A., University of Minnesota – Twin Cities, English Literature and Religious Studies, summa cum laude
EXPERIENCE
- Law Clerk, United States District Court, District of Minnesota, The Honorable Hildy Bowbeer, Magistrate Judge
ADMISSIONS
- State Bar of Minnesota
- U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota
AFFILIATIONS
- Federal Bar Association
- Minnesota Women Lawyers
- Hennepin County Bar Association
- Minnesota State Bar Association
Erin's Practice Areas
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Internal Investigations
Explore Practice AreaWe leverage our experience to conduct sensitive and high-profile internal investigations for our clients. We also help clients navigate investigations to mitigate reputational, regulatory, and litigation risks.
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Class Actions
Explore Practice AreaClients regularly turn to Greene Espel when faced with high-stakes, class-action litigation. Greene Espel attorneys have defended dozens of putative class actions in federal and state courts all across the country.
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Commercial Litigation
Explore Practice AreaOur business litigation practice embraces the wide variety of commercial disputes facing private and public companies today. Areas of particular expertise include intellectual property, antitrust, securities, employment, professional liability, and construction disputes.
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Employment Litigation
Explore Practice AreaBusinesses, public institutions, and individuals seek out Greene Espel for representation in a wide range of employment-litigation matters.
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Employment Investigations
Explore Practice AreaEmployers rely on Greene Espel to conduct internal investigations about their most sensitive and high-stakes workplace issues.
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Constitutional Litigation
Explore Practice AreaConstitutional litigation is a cornerstone of Greene Espel’s practice. We represent individuals, private businesses, and government entities where their actions raise constitutional issues.
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Local Government Defense
Explore Practice AreaLocal government defense is a cornerstone of Greene Espel’s practice.
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Elections and Redistricting
Explore Practice AreaGreene Espel takes on attacks to voting rights and democratic institutions—and wins. We take on lawsuits to tackle voter suppression, election subversion, and districting issues.
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Trademark Litigation
Explore Practice AreaFrom premier brand-owners to niche device manufacturers, clients seek Greene Espel’s counsel in complex disputes involving trademarks.
Erin's Recognition & Awards
- Campbell Moot Court Competition, University of Michigan Law School, Quarterfinalist
Erin's Community Involvement
- Board of Directors, American Constitution Society Minneapolis-St. Paul Lawyer Chapter (2023)
- Board of Directors, In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre (2023-present)
Erin is an active community member and advocate. She maintains an active pro bono practice focused on helping refugees and asylum seekers escape persecution and rebuild their lives.
Before joining Greene Espel, Erin worked for a variety of nonprofit organizations, including Domestic Abuse Project, American Refugee Committee, and Merrick Community Services.