National Paralegal Day Celebration Happy Hour & Trivia (August 06, 2026)

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:30:00 GMT

YOU'RE INVITED: MPA HAPPY HOUR AND TRIVIA

Celebrate National Paralegal Day with Us!

Paralegals keep the legal profession moving every day. Now it’s time to celebrate you! Join the Minnesota Paralegal Association for a National Paralegal Day happy hour filled with great company, casual networking, food, drinks, trivia, and prizes.

For just $5, reserve your spot for one of MPA’s most fun celebrations of the year!

ATTEND FOR A CHANCE TO WIN ED SHEERAN TICKETS*!

Every attendee** will be entered into a prize drawing for a pair of tickets to see Ed Sheeran on August 15th at U.S. Bank Stadium.

Whether you come for the trivia, the networking, the chance to unwind, or the opportunity to win a pair of Ed Sheeran concert tickets, this is a simple way to connect with fellow MPA members and colleagues and celebrate the paralegal community.

DATE: Thursday, August 6, 2026

TIME:

- 4:30pm Grab food and drinks

- 5:00pm Trivia Mafia

COST: $5

We hope you’ll join us for an evening of celebration, connection, and fun. We can’t wait to recognize the incredible work of Minnesota paralegals and celebrate with you at Graze Food Hall!

RSVP DEADLINE: August 5, 2026

Questions? Email us at events@mnparalegals.org.

*Winner will receive the tickets electronically. Must have a Ticketmaster account to receive the tickets.

**Attendees who bring guests will be given an extra entry per guest for a chance to win the pair of Ed Sheeran tickets.

THANK YOU SPONSORS!

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Door Prize Donors:

The Price of Love: Salstrom Calculations Explained (October 15, 2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Topic: The Price of Love: Salstrom Calculations Explained

This presentation provides a clear and engaging overview of the Salstrom Calculations, explaining the core principles, methodology, and real-world applications behind the model. Attendees will learn how the calculations are structured, what variables influence outcomes, and how the framework can be applied to analyze patterns, decision-making, and measurable results across different scenarios. Designed for both beginners and experienced audiences, the session breaks down complex concepts into practical, easy-to-understand insights.

Speakers: Victoria Brenner and Laura Kvasnicka

Victoria Brenner is an experienced and well-respected family law attorney. She provides trusted support to clients and their dependents going through separations and divorces. Victoria has extensive experience handling custody, parenting time, child support, orders for protection, alimony, divorce, divorces involving closely held businesses, and post-divorce matters for high net worth individuals. She also serves as a Rule 17 Guardian ad Litem and a Rule 53 Special Master.

Victoria is also committed to improving the practice of family law. She is an active member of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (Minnesota Chapter), whose mission is to minimize the negative impact of divorce and separation on parties and their children. This mission mirrors her view and approach to family law.

In addition, she currently teaches the next generation of lawyers Domestic Violence & the Law at St. Thomas School of Law. Prior to that, she taught family law at Mitchell Hamline School of Law for several years. Victoria has written and presented numerous articles and CLE courses on divorces involving closely held businesses, spousal maintenance, family law appeals, attorney ethics, and grandparent rights.

Victoria proudly serves on the Board of Directors and the Executive Committee for Twin Cities Diversity in Practice and Wanton Injustice Legal Detail.

Prior to joining Taft, Victoria served as managing partner of a full-service law firm in Minnesota. She currently serves on Taft’s Executive Committee. Among other recognitions, in 2023, she was awarded Top Woman Lawyer by Minnesota Lawyer.

Laura Kvasnicka is a family law attorney whose background in social work helps her provide trusted advice to her clients. She understands that her clients are often going through one of the most difficult times in their lives and are navigating significant life transitions. Laura is a dedicated advocate for her clients and her attention to detail and clear communication allow her to work with her clients to understand and achieve their goals.

Laura focuses her practice on cases involving divorce, high-conflict custody and parenting time, complex financial situations, child support, spousal maintenance, orders for protection, post-separation matters, and appeals. Laura also assists clients in cases involving interstate jurisdictional issues and international child custody involving the Hague Convention.

Laura works with her clients to negotiate comprehensive solutions for them, whether in or out of court. Prior to joining Taft, Laura practiced commercial litigation and she uses that experience when her clients’ cases proceed to trial.

Laura is an active member of her community, serving on the University of St. Thomas School of Law Alumni Association Board, the Hennepin County Bar Association New Lawyers’ Section Board, MSBA Access to Justice Committee, and the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts Legislative and Public Policy Committee. Laura is also actively involved in pro bono work and serves on Taft’s Pro Bono Committee. She currently teaches Family Law at the University of St. Thomas School of Law as an adjunct professor.

Remote attendance only.

Member Cost: Free
Non-Member Cost: $15

CLE credit has been applied for this session.

Please RSVP by October 14, 2026.

Sponsored by: Family Law Sectional

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Amanda Bean at amandab@hllawfirm.com.

Minnesota Paralegal Association upcoming events

National Paralegal Day Celebration Happy Hour & Trivia (August 06, 2026)

The Price of Love: Salstrom Calculations Explained (October 15, 2026)