professional credentials
- Member, State Bar Association of North Dakota (“SBAND”)
BAR ADMISSIONS
- Admitted to practice in North Dakota, since 2026
- Admitted to practice in United States District Court, District of North Dakota, since 2026
Liam is not licensed to practice law in any jurisdiction not identified above.
Publications
BACKGROUND
Liam is an attorney in SW&L’s civil litigation practice, focusing on commercial litigation and intellectual property. He brings a unique combination of scientific training and legal skill to his practice, and is a member of the Order of Barristers, a national honor society recognizing excellence in oral and written advocacy.
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
Liam began his career at SW&L as a law clerk in 2025, supporting the firm’s litigation attorneys before joining the firm as an attorney. During law school, he served as a Burtness Scholar Research Assistant, focusing on patent law, artificial intelligence, and judicial decision-making.
EDUCATION HISTORY
Before law school, Liam attended the University of Manitoba, Faculty of Science, earning a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Biology, and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology.
Liam then earned his Juris Doctor from the University of North Dakota School of Law. While at UND, Liam concentrated on courses and activities related to trial and appellate advocacy. He served as President of the UND Moot Court Board; competed in the Giles S. Rich Memorial Moot Court Competition in Texas, the National Trial Competition in Wisconsin, and the UND Internal Moot Court Competition; and was named to The Order of Barristers (for recognition of excellence in advocacy skills).
Liam also served as the Outside Articles Editor and the Technical Editor on the North Dakota Law Review Board of Editors, and earned the Highest Grade Awards in Intellectual Property and in AI and the Law.
PERSONAL BACKGROUND
Liam was born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba, where he grew up playing competitive hockey, football, and soccer. In his free time, Liam enjoys playing sports, going to the gym, hiking, and strategy board games.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Liam volunteered in the Children’s Ward at the Health Sciences Centre Hospital in Winnipeg. He also volunteered with the Parkinson’s Canada Superwalk, Science Rendezvous, and Festival du Voyageur.