Emily F. Weichsel

Emily F. Weichsel is an Adjunct Professor at Mitchell Hamline University School of Law, where she teaches courses in critical lawyering, constitutional law, and estates and trusts. She also serves as an attorney at Hennepin County Adult Representation Services, representing adults in guardianship and conservatorship proceedings.

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree from College of St. Scholastica (Duluth)
  • J.D. from Mitchell Hamline University (2018)
• Research Interests:

  Emily focuses on Elder Law, with expertise in legal frameworks for adult guardianship and conservatorship. Her work intersects with Constitutional Law (powers and rights) and Estate Law, particularly in trusts and probate. She emphasizes practical legal education through Critical Loyaering methodologies.

• Scientific Awards:
  • Marshall-Brennan Fellow
• Professional Roles:

  Emily clerked at the Minnesota Court of Appeals for Judges Jill Flaskamp Halbrooks and James B. Florey. She has led structured study groups and currently balances her adjunct teaching role with legal advocacy in elder rights and adult representation.