LaRoy Baird 1948-2024

UND School of Law graduate and Bismarck attorney LaRoy Baird died on May 21, 2024.

Job Posting: Juvenile Presenting Attorney

A job announcement for a Juvenile Presenting Attorney with the Spirit Lake Tribal Court in Fort Totten has been posted.

Job Announcement - Assistant Attorney General

A job announcement for an Assistant Attorney General with the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit in Bismarck has been posted.

Job Announcement - Assistant Attorney General

A job announcement for an Assistant Attorney General with the Attorney General's Office in Bismarck has been posted.

Job Announcement - Indigent Defense Contractor

The North Dakota Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents is currently looking for contractors in the South Central Judicial District for both adult and juvenile contracts.

Job Announcement - Assistant Attorney General

A job announcement for an Assistant Attorney General with the Attorney General's office in Bismarck has been posted.

Job Announcement - Insurance Department Attorney

A job announcement for an Attorney with the Insurance Department in Bismarck has been posted.

Job Announcement: Legal Assistant

A job announcement for a Legal Assistant with ND HHS Child Support has been posted.

NCSC announces 2024 Civics Education Essay Contest winners

National Center for State Courts announces student winners for the annual Civics Education Essay Contest.

Job Announcement - Lead Attorney Public Defender

A job announcement for a Lead Attorney with the Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents in Devils Lake has been posted.

Job Announcement - Attorney Public Defender

A job announcement with the Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents in Minot has been posted.

Job Announcement - Attorney Public Defender

A job announcement with the Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents in Williston has been posted.

NCSC launches access to justice explainer video series

The National Center for State Courts has launched a new explainer video series to help the public understand complex legal processes and feel more confident navigating the court system.

Job Announcement - Special Assistant U.S. Attorney/Assistant Attorney General/HIDTA Attorney

A job announcement for a Special Assistant United States Attorney/Assistant Attorney General/HIDTA Attorney with the Attorney General in Grand Forks has been posted.

Job Announcement - Assistant Attorney General

A job announcement for an Assistant Attorney General with the Attorney General's Office in Bismarck has been posted.

Leland Manford Stenehjem, Jr. 1945-2024

UND School of Law graduate Leland M. Stenehjem, Jr. died on February 28, 2024.

Job Announcement - Assistant Attorney General

A job announcement for an Assistant Attorney General with the Attorney General's Office in Bismarck has been posted.

Job Announcement - Attorneys for Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents

The Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents is seeking to fill Attorney positions in Bismarck, Fargo, Devils Lake, Minot, and Williston

Job Announcement - Administrative Assistant

A job announcement for an Administrative Assistant with the Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents in Bismarck has been posted.

February 2024 bar examination begins

The North Dakota Bar Examination began on Tuesday, Feb. 27, with 28 applicants taking the exam.

William A. Strutz 1934-2024

Bismarck attorney William A. Strutz died on January 25, 2024.

Michael D. McNair 1945-2024

Former Fargo attorney Michael D. McNair died on February 10, 2024.

Job Announcement - Assistant Attorney General

A job announcement for an Assistant Attorney General with the Attorney General's office in Bismarck has been posted.

UND Pre-Law Society visits Supreme Court

Several members and the advisor of the UND Pre-Law Society visited the Supreme Court to learn about legal career paths and the different roles within the state's legal system.

NCSC Civics Education Essay contest is now open

The National Center for State Courts annual Civics Education Essay contest is now open for students in grades 3-12. Winners to be announced on May 1.

Travis Finck elected to serve on the Board of Directors of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Executive Director of the North Dakota Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents, Travis Finck, elected to Board of Directors of Nation’s Criminal Defense Bar

Ethics Commission to Host Educational Webinars

The Ethics Commission has two upcoming educational webinars at noon on March 14th and 28th approved for 1.5 ND CLE credit (general or ethics).

Marjorie Kohls 1946 - 2024

Former prosecutor and public defender Marjorie Kohls died on February 3, 2024.

Job Announcement - Legal Assistant

A job announcement for a Legal Assistant with the Department of Health and Human Services has been posted.

Mary E. Lee 1935-2024

Former N.D. Supreme Court employee Mary Lee died on February 6, 2024.

Clifton Rodenburg 1949-2024

Clifton Rodenburg, 74, Fargo, N.D., died Saturday, Jan. 27, in New Zealand.

Phyllis A. Ratcliff 1933-2024

Longtime Cooperstown attorney Phyllis A. Ratcliff died on February 5, 2024.

Job Announcement - Assistant Attorney General

A job announcement for an Assistant Attorney General with the Civil Litigation Division in Bismarck has been posted.

Job Announcement - Clerk of Court

A job announcement for a Clerk of Court for the City of Devils Lake Municipal Court has been posted.

Job Announcement - Deputy Clerk

A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk for the City of Mandan Municipal Court has been posted.

Job Announcement - Assistant Attorney General

A job announcement for Assistant Attorney General with the Attorney General's Office in Bismarck has been posted.

Robert G. Hanson 1937-2024

Robert Gustav Hanson, UND School of Law graduate, died on January 19, 2024.

Retired Judge John Grinsteiner recently named as a faculty member for All Rise

Retired Judge John Grinsteiner has recently been named as a faculty member for All Rise

Job Announcement - Child Support Attorney

A job announcement for a Child Support Attorney with the Department of Health & Human Services has been posted.

Gregory Scott Larson 1959 - 2024

Greg Larson, Fargo native and UND School of Law Graduate, died on January 2, 2024.

Justices participate in the 2023 North Dakota We the People State Competition

Four North Dakota Supreme Court justices served as judges for the North Dakota We the People State Competition held Jan. 10 at the State Capitol.

Big Muddy Bar Association posts 2024 schedule, seeks members

The Big Muddy Bar Association will again be hosting meetings and providing CLE opportunities for its members in the South Central Judicial District.

Lawyer licenses and pro hac vice registrations expire Dec. 31

All license and pro hac vice fees and the completed forms are due on or before December 31, 2023.

Judge Burt Riskedahl 1940-2023

Retired District Judge Burt Riskedahl died on December 12th, 2023.

Frequently asked questions about 2024 attorney license renewal

A new online license renewal system for currently licensed lawyers and for pro hac vice admitted lawyers is available. The State Board of Law Examiners has developed a list of frequently asked questions, which is available here.

Sharon Gallagher 1951-2023

Former Mandan attorney, Sharon Gallagher, died on December 3, 2023.

Charles Gilje 1942-2023

Former Stutsman County State's Attorney Charles Gilje died on November 25, 2023.

Gary W. Lawrence 1943-2023

Former Northwood, N.D. lawyer and UND School of Law graduate Gary W. Lawrence died on November 12, 2023.

Job Announcement - Attorney II

The ND Protection and Advocacy Project is hiring an Attorney located in Bismarck.

William Schmidt 1950-2023

Longtime Bismarck attorney William Schmidt died on November 1, 2023.

Irv Nodland, 1935-2023

Long-time Bismarck Attorney Irvin B. Nodland died on November 11, 2023.

Job Announcement - Legal Counsel

A job announcement for an Attorney I with the Commission on Legal Counsel for indigents in Devils Lake has been posted.

Job Announcement - Legal Counsel

A job announcement for an Attorney I with the Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents in Bismarck has been posted.

North Dakota Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents seeking Contractors

The North Dakota Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents is currently looking for contractors in the Northeast Judicial District.

Job Announcement: Attorney I

A job announcement for an Attorney with the North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner has been posted.

Board of Law Examiners announces online license renewal

The State Board of Law Examiners is excited to announce the launch of an online license renewal process for 2024.

North Dakota Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents seeking Contractors

North Dakota Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents is currently looking for contractors in the East Central Judicial District.

Loren D. Jones 1957-2023

Attorney and UND Law School graduate Loren D. Jones died on October 8, 2023. A memorial visitation will be Friday, Oct. 27 in Eden Prairie, MN.

Job Announcement - Assistant Attorney General

A job announcement for an Assistant Attorney General with the Attorney General's Office in Bismarck has been posted.

New Law Review issue available

The North Dakota Law Review has published Volume 98, Issue 3, which is available online.

North Dakota Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents seeking Contractors

North Dakota Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents is currently looking for contractors in the East Central Judicial District.

Fred E. Whisenand, Jr. 1929-2023

Former Williston attorney Fred Whisenand , Jr. died on Sept. 21, 2023. A memorial service will be held Sunday, October 1 in Whitefish, Montana.

Job Announcement: Attorney I

A job announcement for an Attorney I for the North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner has been posted.

Michael Hoffman 1955-2023

Bismarck attorney Michael Hoffman died on September 16, 2023. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, September 21 in Bismarck.

Tom Patrick Slorby 1948-2023

Longtime Minot attorney Tom Slorby died September 8, 2023. He was a graduate of UND School of Law and was admitted to the North Dakota State Bar Association in 1973. A memorial service will be held September 13th in Minot, N.D.

July 2023 Bar Examination Results

The State Board of Law Examiners have announced the results of the July 2023 bar examination. Of the 43 applicants who sat for the bar examination in Bismarck, North Dakota, 26 applicants achieved a passing score. This is a 60 percent overall pass rate, compared to 59 percent a year ago. The passage rate for those taking the North Dakota examination for the first time was 69 percent.

William James Brudvik 1946-2023

Longtime attorney William James Brudvik died August 22, 2023. He graduated from the University of Minnesota and was admitted to the N.D. bar in 1976. Funeral services will be held on September 22 in Lake Park, Minnesota.

North Dakota Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents seeking Contractors

North Dakota Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents is currently looking for contractors in the Northwest Judicial District

Job Announcement - Assistant Attorney General

A job announcement for an Assistant Attorney General with the Attorney General's Office in Bismarck has been posted.

Job Announcement: Attorney I Public Defender

Job Announcement: Attorney I Public Defender in Williston, North Dakota

Job Announcement: Supervising Attorney Public Defender

Job Announcement: Supervising Attorney Public Defender in Williston, North Dakota

Job Announcement - Assistant Attorney General

A job announcement for an Assistant Attorney General with the Natural Resources and Native American Affairs Division in Bismarck has been posted.

Sign up for email notifications from Child Support

Members of the bench and bar can sign up to receive email updates and other notifications from Child Support.

Job Announcement - Assistant Attorney General

A job announcement for an Assistant Attorney General with the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit in Bismarck has been posted.

Job Announcement - Assistant Attorney General

A job announcement for an Assistant Attorney General in Bismarck has been posted.

Carlton Hunke 1943-2023

Longtime Fargo attorney Carlton "Mike" Hunke passed away on August 10, 2023. Services to be held Friday, August 18, 2023, 2:00 P.M. at Christ Church Lutheran, Minneapolis.

Job Announcement - Paralegal

A job announcement for a Paralegal with the Attorney General's office in Bismarck has been posted.

Job Announcement - Legal Assistant

A job announcement for a Legal Assistant with the Stark County State’s Attorney Office has been posted.

Judge Richard W. Goldberg 1927 – 2023

Judge Richard Wayne Goldberg, former Fargo attorney and judge for the U.S. Court of International Trade, passed away at the age of 95.

Albert A. Wolf April 27, 1931 — July 24, 2023

Albert A. Wolf, 92, Bismarck, passed away on July 24, 2023. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10:30AM, Saturday, July 29 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Bismarck.

July bar examination begins

The North Dakota Bar Exam began on Tuesday, July 25.

North Dakota Child Support guidelines amended

North Dakota Child Support guidelines amended effective July 1, 2023.

Job Announcement - Chief Assistant State's Attorney

A job announcement for a Chief Assistant State's Attorney with Stutsman County has been posted.

Job Announcement - Assistant State's Attorney II

A job announcement for an Assistant State's Attorney II with Stutsman County has been posted.

Job Announcement - Assistant State's Attorney I

A job announcement for an Assistant State's Attorney I with Stutsman County has been posted.

Job Announcements - Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents

Five job announcements - three for attorneys, one for investigator lead, and one for support staff - with the Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents have been posted.

Job Announcement - Assistant State’s Attorney

A job announcement for an Assistant State’s Attorney with the Burleigh County State's Attorney's office in Bismarck has been posted.

Job Announcement - Legal Secretary

A job announcement for a Legal Secretary position available in the Burleigh County State’s Attorney’s Office has been posted.

Job Announcement - Special Assistant United States Attorney/Assistant Attorney Genral/HIDTA Attorney

A job announcement for a Special Assistant United States Attorney/Assistant Attorney Genral/HIDTA Attorney with the Attorney General in Bismarck has been posted.

Job Announcement - Assistant Attorney General

A job announcement for an Assistant Attorney General with the Civil Litigation Division in Bismarck has been posted.

Job Announcement - Legal Director

A job announcement for a Legal Director with the Protection & Advocacy Project in Bismarck has been posted.

Job Announcement - Assistant Attorney General

A job announcement for an Assistant Attorney General with the Civil Litigation Division in Bismarck has been posted.

June 22 declared Legal Assistant/Paralegal Day

Governor Doug Burgum has issued a proclamation declaring Thursday, June 22, as Legal Assistant/Paralegal Day.

Job Announcement - Public Defenders

Job announcements for Public Defenders with the Commission on Legal Counsel for indigents in Williston have been posted.

Job Announcement - General Counsel

A job announcement for General Counsel of the North Dakota Ethics Commission has been posted.

Job Announcement - Attorney Advisor

A job announcement for an Attorney Advisor at Grand Forks Air Force Base has been posted.

Ethics commission seeks members

Applications are being accepted for service on the North Dakota Ethics Commission.

Job Announcement - Assistant Attorney General

A job announcement for an Assistant Attorney General with the Natural Resources and Native American Affairs Division in Bismarck has been posted.