In addition, Keiko will serve as a member of the Executive Committee and co-chair of the Grants Committee for the 2018-2019 FBA year.

The rankings are the result of extensive client interviews and research to assess technical legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial astuteness, diligence, commitment, and other qualities most valued by the client.

For more than 30 years, NAELA has been recognized as the leading professional organization for attorneys specializing in elder law and special needs planning.

The Pro Bono Challenge is a commitment made by major law firms around the country in which firms must devote a certain amount of their billable hours to the provision of pro bono legal services.

Along with federal judges, the rules committees include practicing lawyers, law professors, state chief justices, and high-level officials from the Department of Justice and federal public defender organizations.

David Herr, who served as co-editor on the book, was joined by several members of Maslon's Litigation Group who contributed chapters to the book.

This year's honorees were recognized for their professional achievements, leadership, and contributions to the broader Twin Cities community.

Susan Link, head of Maslon's Estate Planning Group, was named to the Top 50 Women List.

The "Advancing Innovation in the Profession" Award will be given to Susan in recognition of her work as a founder and program director of Minnesota Wills for Heroes.

Maslon UPLIFT was created to offer middle school students who reflect the rich diversity of the Twin Cities engaging opportunities to learn about the legal field.