Mike Floyd
About Mike Floyd
Mike Floyd serves as an Associate Attorney Editor at Thomson Reuters, specializing in Practical Law Litigation. He has extensive experience in legal research, drafting, and publishing resources related to federal civil procedure and state law updates.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Mike Floyd serves as an Associate Attorney Editor for Practical Law Litigation at Thomson Reuters. He has held this position since 2016, contributing to the development and publication of legal resources. His responsibilities include drafting, editing, and publishing legal updates, particularly in federal civil procedure. He also reviews and updates Practical Law resources to ensure they accurately reflect changes in the law. His work supports legal professionals by providing timely and relevant information.
Previous Experience at Thomson Reuters
Prior to his current role, Mike Floyd worked at Thomson Reuters as a Cases Intern from 2009 to 2010. During this year-long internship in Eagan, MN, he gained valuable experience in legal research and case analysis. This position laid the groundwork for his later career in legal editing and resource development.
Legal Career Background
Before joining Thomson Reuters, Mike Floyd worked as an Associate Attorney at Hoglund, Chwialkowski, and Mrozik from 2014 to 2016 in Roseville, MN. His role involved providing legal counsel and representation in various cases. Additionally, he served as a Student Attorney in the Trial Practice Clinic at Hamline University School of Law in 2011, where he gained practical experience in trial advocacy.
Education and Qualifications
Mike Floyd earned his Doctor of Law (J.D.) degree from Mitchell Hamline School of Law, completing his studies from 2008 to 2011. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from the University of Minnesota, where he studied History, English, and Political Science from 2003 to 2008. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his legal expertise and practice.
Legal Research and Updates
In his current position, Mike Floyd runs daily trawling programs to monitor updates in state law, specifically focusing on New York and California state courts. This role involves staying informed about legal developments and ensuring that the resources he manages are current and accurate for legal professionals relying on Practical Law.