Court reporter Martinson honored on retirement

Retiring Northeast Judicial District court reporter Debra Martinson has been recognized for more than 43 years of service with the court system.

Job Announcement - Electronic Court Recorder/Transcriptionist

A job announcement for an Electronic Court Recorder/Transcriptionist with the District Court in Williston has been posted.

Job Announcement - Paralegal

A job announcement for a Paralegal with the District Court in Williston has been posted.

Job Announcement - Law Clerk

A job announcement for a Law Clerk with the District Court in Williston has been posted.

Job Announcement - Staff Attorney

A job announcement for a Staff Attorney with the District Court in Williston has been posted.

Job Announcement - Staff Attorney

A job announcement for a Staff Attorney with the District Court in Bottineau has been posted.

Job Announcement - Case Aide

A job announcement for a Case Aide with the Juvenile Drug Court Program in Jamestown and Valley City has been posted.

Judge Foughty leads national racial and ethnic fairness conference

From May 21-24, Northeast Judicial District Presiding Judge Donovan Foughty will be heading the 35th annual conference of the National Consortium on Racial and Ethnic Fairness in the Courts.

Job Announcement - Staff Attorney

A job announcement for a Staff Attorney with the District Court in Minot has been posted.

Three apply for NWJD judge vacancy

Three attorneys have applied to be considered for appointment to the Northwest Judicial District vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Paul W. Jacobson. They are Charles Neff, Jr., Jonathan J. Smith, and Christopher K. Votava.

Judge Agotness hosts mock criminal jury trial

Northeast Judicial District Judge Kari Agotness welcomed students from Cavalier High School to the Pembina County courthouse for a mock trial on May 12.

Job Announcement - Electronic Court Recorder/Transcriptionist

A job announcement for an Electronic Court Recorder/Transcriptionist with the District Court in Devils Lake has been posted.

Veterans Treatment Court launches in Grand Forks

Northeast Central Judicial District Presiding Judge Don Hager conducted the “Stand Up” ceremony for the first Veterans Treatment Court in North Dakota on May 11 in Grand Forks.

Judge Thornton welcomed to the bench

In a formal investiture ceremony May 3, Judge Nicholas D. Thornton was installed on the Southeast Judicial District bench.

Deadline extended for applicants to NWJD vacancy

The Judicial Nominating Committee has extended the deadline for applications from qualified attorneys interested in the Northwest Judicial District vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Paul W. Jacobson.

Judge Narum presides over mock trial

Southeast Judicial District Presiding Judge Daniel Narum held a mock trial with the Business Law Class from Ellendale Public School on Tuesday, May 9.

Judge Thornton investiture to be held May 3

An investiture ceremony for Southeast Judicial District Judge Nicholas D. Thornton will be held Wednesday, May 3 at 2:30 p.m. in the Third Floor Courtroom of the Barnes County Courthouse in Valley City.

Job Announcement - Administrative Assistant

A job announcement for an Administrative Assistant with the Juvenile Court in Fargo has been posted.

Nominating committee seeks applicants for NWJD vacancy

The Judicial Nominating Committee is accepting applications from qualified attorneys interested in the Northwest Judicial District vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Paul W. Jacobson.

Job Announcement - Deputy Clerk

A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk with the District Court in Fargo has been posted.

Dakota Datebook: First statewide grand jury

Prairie Public: "In 1984, Law enforcement searches of illegal gambling operations led to the first statewide grand jury in North Dakota history."

Job Announcement - Deputy Clerk

A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk with the District Court in Valley City has been posted.

Job Announcement - Temporary Deputy Clerks

A job announcement for multiple Temporary Deputy Clerks with District Courts in Bismarck, Devils Lake and Mandan has been posted.

Lofgren appointed to SCJD judgeship

Gov. Doug Burgum has appointed Jackson Lofgren to fill the judge vacancy in the South Central Judicial District. He will start work on May 1.

Job Announcement - Paralegal

A job announcement for a Paralegal with the District Court in Williston has been posted.

Judicial Nominating Committee sends SCJD candidates to governor

The Judicial Nominating Committee has forwarded four candidates to Gov. Doug Burgum for his consideration for appointment to the vacant judgeship in the South Central Judicial District. They are Jason J. Hammes, Jackson J. Lofgren, David R. Phillips, and Matthew A. Sagsveen, all of Bismarck.  

Job Announcement - Deputy Clerk

A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk with the District Court in Valley City has been posted.

Courthouses closing early today due to weather

Dunn, Nelson, and Pembina County Courthouses will all be closed for the remainder of the afternoon.

Steele County Clerk of Court office closed tomorrow

The Steele County office will be closed to foot traffic tomorrow. Calls, emails, and court filings will still be available.

Benson County Clerk of Court Office is closed to foot traffic today

Benson County clerk of court office is closed to foot traffic today, March 14, 2023. Phone calls and emails will be answered. Thank you. Contact information: Phone: 701-473-5345 Email: 03clerk@ndcourt.gov

Eddy County Clerk of District Court office closing early

The Eddy County Clerk of District Court office will be closing at 10:00 am today, Monday March 13, 2023.

Nine apply for appointment to SCJD judge vacancy

Nine lawyers have applied to be considered for the South Central Judicial District judge vacancy: Anna A. Argenti, C. Quinn H. Askew, Patrick A. Brooke, Mary E. DePuydt, Jason J. Hammes, Amanda R. Harris, Jackson J. Lofgren, David R. Phillips, and Matthew A. Sagsveen.

NWJD Judge Jacobson to retire

Northwest Judicial District Judge Paul W. Jacobson has announced that he will retire effective May 31.

Job Announcement - Case Aide

A job announcement for a Case Aide with the Juvenile Drug Court Program in Grand Forks has been posted.

Notice of Judicial Opening

The Judicial Nominating Committee has decided to extend the deadline for applications to fill Judgeship No. 2 in the South Central Judicial District, which is vacant because of the appointment of Justice Douglas Bahr to the Supreme Court. Applications are now due March 6.

Judge Cleveland investiture to be held March 10

An investiture ceremony for East Central Judicial District Judge Constance L. Cleveland will be held March 10 in Fargo.

Job Announcement - Law Clerk

A job announcement for a Law Clerk with the District Court in Williston has been posted.

Job Announcement - Electronic Court Recorder

A job announcement for an Electronic Court Recorder/Transcriptionist with the District Court in Williston has been posted.

Job Announcement - Juvenile Court Officer

A job announcement for a Juvenile Court Officer in Devils Lake has been posted.

Job Announcement - Administrative Assistant

A job announcement for an Administrative Assistant with the District Court in Fargo has been posted.

Job Announcement - Juvenile Drug Court Coordinator

A job announcement for a Juvenile Drug Court Coordinator in Devils Lake has been posted.

Job Announcement - Juvenile Drug Court Coordinator

A job announcement Juvenile Drug Court Coordinator in Jamestown/Valley City has been posted.

ECJD honors Judge Marquart

A retirement celebration in honor of East Central Judicial District Judge Steven L. Marquart was held Dec. 28 at the Cass County Courthouse.

Job Announcement - Staff Attorney

A job announcement for a Staff Attorney with the District Court in Williston has been posted.

Job Announcement - Paralegal

A job announcement for a Paralegal with the District Court in Williston has been posted.

Job Announcement - Deputy Clerk

A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk with the District Court in Bismarck/Mandan has been posted.

Job Announcement - Deputy Clerk

A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk with the District Court in Dickinson has been posted.

Job Announcement - Case Aide

A job announcement for a Case Aide with the Juvenile Drug Court in Devils Lake has been posted.

Job Announcement - Deputy Clerk

A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk with the District Court in Grand Forks has been posted.

Judge Marquart retirement celebration set for Dec. 28

A retirement party in honor of East Central Judicial District Judge Steven L. Marquart will be held Dec. 28 at the Cass County Courthouse in Fargo.

Job Announcement - Staff Attorney

A job announcement for a Staff Attorney with the District Court in Grand Forks has been posted.

NECJD dedicates courtroom to retired Judge Jahnke

On Dec. 5, the Northeast Central Judicial District dedicated its new Courtroom 109 to retired District Judge Lawrence Jahnke.

Job Announcement - Staff Attorney

A job announcement for a Staff Attorney with the District Court in Dickinson has been posted.

Grand Forks court celebrates National Adoption Day

National Adoption Day on Nov. 19 was full of joy at the Grand Forks County Courthouse, where three families participated in the day with six kids finalizing their adoption.

Job Announcement - Deputy Clerk

A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk with the District Court in Dickinson has been posted.

Cleveland, Thornton win district court elections

Connie Cleveland won election to East Central Judicial District Judgeship No. 4 and Nick Thornton won election to Southeast Judicial District Judgeship No. 2 in voting Nov. 8. The remaining Supreme Court and District Court elections in the state were uncontested.

Job Announcement - Case Aide

A job announcement for a Case Aide with the Juvenile Drug Court Program in Devils Lake has been posted.

Dillon appointed referee and magistrate in NCJD

Kelly Dillon has been appointed full-time referee and magistrate for the North Central Judicial District.

Job Announcement - Deputy Clerk

A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk with the District Court in Fargo has been posted.

Dakota Datebook: Judge Lester Ketterling

Prairie Public has published a profile of Judge Lester Ketterling, who was the second blind person admitted to the N.D. bar and who served as county and district judge.

Judge Hill elected to ABA Board of Governors

South Central Judicial District Judge James S. Hill has been elected a member of the Board of Governors of the American Bar Association representing District 10. His first board meeting will be in November.

NECJD hosts 'Justice for Vets' training

Three “Justice for Vets” mentor training professionals guided 12 Veterans Treatment Court team members, Veterans Service Officers and potential mentor candidates through two days of intensive training on Oct. 3-4 in Grand Forks.

Judge Chase formally installed on bench

On Sept. 21, East Central Judicial District Judge Nicholas W. Chase was installed on the bench in a formal investiture ceremony at the Cass County courthouse.

Judge Cruff to lead mental health initiative

Southeast Judicial District Judge Brad Cruff recently completed the Judges and Psychiatrists Leadership Initiative and will be teaming with Dr. Rose Julius of the Northeast Human Service Center to train North Dakota judges on working with individuals with behavioral health needs who come into the justice system.

NECJD issues updated COVID-19 courthouse protocol

On Sept. 16, the Northeast Central Judicial District released a revised COVID-19 courthouse protocol that includes updated information on Zoom appearances, mask wear and trial procedure.

Job Announcement - Paralegal

A job announcement for a Paralegal with the District Court in Williston has been posted.

Referee Portscheller to retire after long career in the courts

North Central Judicial District Referee Connie S. Portscheller has announced that she will retire effective Nov. 4. She has worked in the judicial system for almost 30 years.

Job Announcement - Deputy Clerk

A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk with the District Court in Williston has been posted.

Job Announcement - Deputy Clerk

A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk with the District Court in the Bismarck/Mandan area has been posted.

Job Announcement - Case Aide

A job announcement for a Case Aide with the Juvenile Drug Court Program in Grand Forks has been posted.

Job Announcement - Case Aide

A job announcement for a Case Aide with the Juvenile Drug Court Program in Minot has been posted.

ECJD Judge Chase investiture set for Sept. 21

The investiture of East Central Judicial District Judge Nicholas Chase will be held Sept. 21 at the Cass County Courthouse in Fargo.

Job Announcement - Limited Term Judicial Referee

A job announcement for a Limited Term Judicial Referee with the District Court in Minot has been posted.

Job Announcement - Administrative Clerk/Deputy Clerk of District Court

A job announcement for a Administrative Clerk/Deputy Clerk of District Court in Grand Forks has been posted.

Job Announcement - Deputy Clerk

A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk with the District Court in Fargo has been posted.

SCJD welcomes new law clerk

Alex Wegner of Bismarck began a one year clerkship with the South Central Judicial District on Aug. 1.

Job Announcement - Deputy Clerk

A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk with the District Court in Minot has been posted.

Hutton named officer of National Association for Court Management

Kelly Hutton, the assistant court administrator for Unit 1, has been named secretary/treasurer of the National Association for Court Management.

Job Announcement - Paralegal

A job announcement for a Paralegal with the District Court in Bismarck has been posted.

Job Announcement - Deputy Clerk

A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk with the District Court in Watford City has been posted.

Job Announcement - Electronic Court Recorder

A job announcement for an Electronic Court Recorder with the District Court in Williston has been posted.

Job Announcement - Deputy Clerk

A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk with the District Court in Dickinson has been posted.

Job Announcement - Paralegal

A job announcement for a Paralegal with the District Court in Bismarck has been posted.

Finalists chosen in judicial primaries

Primary elections were held June 14. In the East Central Judicial District, David Chapman and Connie Cleveland were the top vote getters for election to Judgeship No. 4. In the Southeast Judicial District, Paul Murphy and Nick Thornton will face each other for election to Judgeship No. 2.

Job Announcement - Deputy Clerk

A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk with the District Court in Bismarck has been posted.

Huffman, Peterson graduate from Institute for Court Management

Megan Huffman, Cass County Clerk of Court, and Shawn Peterson, Director of Juvenile Court for Unit 1, have graduated from the Court Executive Development Program and been named Fellows of the Institute for Court Management.

SCJD updates policy on returning to in person proceedings

South Central Judicial District Presiding Judge Bruce Romanick has issued an updated policy on returning to in person proceedings in criminal cases.

Job Announcement - Staff Attorney

A job announcement for a Staff Attorney with the District Court in Williston has been posted.

Job Announcement - Court Reporter

A job announcement for a part-time Court Reporter with the District Court in Bismarck has been posted.

SBAND presents gavel to Judge Brady

On May 26, the president of the State Bar Association of North Dakota, South Central Judicial District Judge Doug Bahr, presented a gavel to East Central Judicial District Judge Reid Brady in recognition of his elevation to the bench.

Job Announcement - Deputy Clerk

A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk with the District Court in Fargo has been posted.

Job Announcement - Deputy Clerk

A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk in Mandan has been posted.

Job Announcement - Deputy Clerk

A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk in Jamestown has been posted.

Job Announcement - Juvenile Drug Court Coordinator

A job announcement for a Juvenile Drug Court Coordinator in Fargo has been posted.

NEJD to stop using law enforcement center courtroom

Starting June 1, the Northeast Judicial District will cease using the courtroom at the Lake Region Law Enforcement Center in Devils Lake.

Job Announcement - Deputy Clerk

A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk with the District Court in Watford City has been posted.

Job Announcement - Case Aide

A job announcement for a Case Aide with the Juvenile Court in Grand Forks has been posted.

Job Announcement - Staff Attorney

A job announcement for a Staff Attorney with the District Court in Bismarck has been posted.