Tod Eggenberger
About Tod Eggenberger
Tod Eggenberger is a Senior Attorney Editor at Thomson Reuters, where he manages editorial projects related to statutes and regulations across the United States. He has a strong academic background, including a JD from Columbia Law School and a BA summa cum laude from the University of Minnesota, and has contributed significantly to legal scholarship and innovation in the field.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Tod Eggenberger has held multiple roles at Thomson Reuters, demonstrating a progression in responsibilities and expertise. He served as Manager of Central Editorial for Practical Law from 2013 to 2016, where he oversaw editorial processes. Following this, he worked as Managing Editor for Commercial Transactions (State Content) from 2016 to 2023, supervising the development of state resources for Practical Law’s online platform. In 2023, he transitioned to his current role as Senior Attorney Editor in the Codes Editorial department, focusing on statutes, court rules, and regulations across all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
Education and Expertise
Tod Eggenberger earned a Bachelor of Arts degree summa cum laude in Political Science with a minor in History from the University of Minnesota. He furthered his education by obtaining a Juris Doctor degree from Columbia Law School. His academic background supports his expertise in legal matters, particularly in commercial transactions and editorial work within the legal field.
Background in Legal Practice
Before joining Thomson Reuters, Tod Eggenberger practiced law as an Associate Attorney at Dorsey & Whitney LLP from 1988 to 1990. His experience in this role took place in both New York and Minneapolis, providing him with a solid foundation in legal practice that informs his editorial work in the legal publishing industry.
Achievements in Legal Publishing
Tod Eggenberger has made significant contributions to legal publishing, including supervising the creation and maintenance of over 1000 state resources for the Commercial Transactions Service at Thomson Reuters. His published article in a legal journal was cited by the US Supreme Court in a landmark First Amendment case, highlighting his impact on legal scholarship. Additionally, he won a company-wide 'Big Idea' innovation competition at Thomson Reuters, recognizing his innovative contributions within the organization.
Academic Involvement
Since 1990, Tod Eggenberger has served as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Minnesota, where he has been involved in legal education for over three decades. His role in academia complements his professional experience, allowing him to share his knowledge and expertise with students in the field of law.