Justices lead professional development for social studies teachers

Sixteen history, government, and social studies teachers from across the state took part in the eighth North Dakota Justices Teaching Institute Oct. 21-22 in Bismarck.

Reminder: Supreme Court continuing education series Friday, Oct. 15

The Supreme Court will hold an education seminar Friday, Oct. 15 from 12-1 p.m. CDT on appellate briefs and arguments.

Supreme Court continues livestreaming oral argument

On Aug. 23, the Supreme Court invited public input on continued livestreaming of audio and video of oral arguments. Thank you to all who submitted comments. The Supreme Court considered the comments and will continue livestreaming oral argument.

Court system to present educational seminars

The 2021 Fall Seminar Series begins Nov. 3 and will focus on understanding dementia and diminished capacity. There is no cost to attend but preregistration is required. Sessions will be presented by Zoom and are approved for two hours of CLE credit each.

Supreme Court names law clerks for 2022-2023 term

The Supreme Court has selected five people to serve a one-year clerkship beginning Aug. 1, 2022. They are: Austin Artz, Minot, Claire Hoplin, Grand Forks, Krista Christopherson, Mandan, Samantha Schmidt, Harwood, and Rainey Selvig, Jamestown.

Chief Justice Jensen to co-chair law dean search

Chief Justice Jon Jensen and Amy Henley, dean of the UND Nistler College of Business & Public Administration, will co-chair a national search for the next UND law dean.

36 new attorneys admitted to N.D. bar

Thirty-six new lawyers were admitted to the North Dakota bar during a ceremony on Sept. 29 at the state capitol building.

Reminder: Supreme Court continuing education series Friday

The Supreme Court will hold an education seminar Friday, Sept. 17 from 12-1 p.m. CDT on format and filing. The seminar is open to anyone interested in appellate document format and filing.

July 2021 bar examination results released

The State Board of Law Examiners have announced the results of the July 2021 bar examination. Of the 65 applicants who sat for the bar examination in Bismarck, 42 applicants achieved a passing score.

Supreme Court seeking input on livestreamed oral argument

Currently, the Supreme Court offers oral argument in-person and by reliable electronic means. The Court is seeking public input on the continued livestreaming of oral argument audio and video.

Law library offers guide to legislative history research

The Supreme Court Law Library has put together a quick guide to conducting research into legislative history.

Supreme Court offers continuing education series (approved for 1 CLE credit per session)

The Supreme Court will hold an education series from 12-1 p.m. CDT on the third Friday of August, September, October and November. The first session will be held Friday, Aug. 20.

Application deadline extended for Justices Teaching Institute

The deadline for application to the 2021 Justices Teaching Institute, The Constitution and Judicial Decision Making, is extended to Sept. 1.

Call for Vendors for Transcription Services

The Administrative Office of the Courts is accepting applications from persons or businesses interested in providing audio transcription services on an infrequent, as-needed basis.

Family law mediator applications now being accepted

Applications are now being accepted for mediators to mediate for the Family Mediation Program statewide.

Court welcomes law clerks for 2021-2022 term

On Aug. 1, the Supreme Court welcomed five new law clerks for the 2021-2022 term.

Procedural rule amendments take effect Aug. 1

Amendments to N.D.R.Civ.P. 54 on judgments, N.D.R.Civ.P. 55 on default, N.D.R.Crim.P. 32.1 on deferred sentences, N.D.R.App.P. 34 on hearings and N.D.R.Ct. 3.2 on motions take effect Aug. 1.

July bar examination begins

The North Dakota Bar Exam began on Tuesday, July 27, with 65 applicants taking the exam. Of the applicants sitting on Tuesday, 60 percent are graduates of the UND School of Law and 79 percent are first-time test takers. The exam ends Wednesday.

Law clerks honored for service to Court

The Supreme Court's law clerks for the 2020-2021 term were recognized for their work on behalf of the Court at a July 21 luncheon.

Court issues order on vacancy in SCJD judgeship

The Supreme Court has issued an order retaining Judgeship No. 9 in the South Central Judicial District in its present location.

Courthouses to close for Independence Day holiday

The Supreme Court and county courthouses across the state will be closed July 5 in observance of the Independence Day holiday.

Dakota Datebook: Gudmundur Grimson

Prairie Public: "North Dakota Supreme Court Justice Gudmundur Grimson was born in Iceland in 1878. When he was four, his family of 15 emigrated to Dakota Territory and settled north of Milton."

Chief Justice Jensen administers governor's oath at Boys State

Last week, Chief Justice Jon J. Jensen participated at the 78th Session of American Legion North Dakota Boys State in Wahpeton by administering the oath of office to the duly elected governor of Boys State.