Paul R. Smith, Lauris A. Heyerdahl, Richard J. Nardi, Lisa M. Lamm, and Kevin R. Lewis, formerly attorneys with the Minneapolis litigation firm Abrams & Smith PA, joined Foley & Mansfield effective January 14, 2008. The attorneys were brought in as associates, with the exception of Smith, who is a partner. Kyle Mansfield, managing partner of Foley & Mansfield comments, “This is a great opportunity for Foley & Mansfield to further develop our experience and client base in the product liability, insurance coverage, professional malpractice, employment and construction defect litigation practices. Paul and the group of talented associates joining us from Abrams & Smith bring with them tremendous talent and practical trial experience that will compliment the needs of our existing portfolio of clients, as well as bringing new clients to the firm.”