Melissa Raphan Dorsey & Whitney LLP, Minneapolis, MN Partner in the Labor and Employment practice group. Practices exclusively in the area of employment law. Represents employers in employment litigation matters including class actions, collective actions, multi-plaintiff actions and single plaintiff cases nationwide and in administrative settings, including state and federal agencies. Counsels employers on a full range of issues including performance management, selection and termination. Designs and delivers training on every aspect of the employment relationship. Frequent speaker on employment law topics.Admissions:* Minnesota* Admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court* The United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit* The United States District Court for the District of Minnesota* The Minnesota Supreme Court and all other Minnesota State CourtsHonors:* Named in "The Best Lawyers in America" 2009, 2010* Named one of “America’s Leading Business Lawyers” by Chambers USA (Labor & Employment), 2005-2009* Selected by Minnesota Journal of Law & Politics as a "Super Lawyer" in Minnesota Employment Law (2005-2009) and One of the Top 100 Women Lawyers in Minnesota (2007 and 2008)Education:* Boston College Law School; J.D., 1987, Boston College International and Comparative Law Review, Notes and Comments Editor, 1986-87* Duke University; B.A., 1982, cum laudeProfessional Activities:* Member, Minnesota Women Lawyers, 1987 – present; Director, Minnesota Women Lawyers, 1993-1995* Member, ABA, MSBA, HCBA Litigation and Labor & Employment Section* Member, Minnesota Bar Association