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Board drops complaint after judge agrees to retire
Judge Jennifer K. Fischer agreed to retire, leading the Board on Judicial Standards to dismiss its misconduct complaint against her.
Walz appoints Fischmann, Doom as judges in 10th District
Gov. Tim Walz appointed Jacob Fischmann and Carrie Doom as judges in Minnesota’s 10th Judicial District, filling seats in Kanabec and Isanti counties.
Former Crow Wing County Judge Casey dies
Frederick J. Casey, longtime Crow Wing County judge and Minnesota attorney, died Aug. 10 at 83 after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer.
Judicial vacancy opens in Minnesota’s 1st District
A judicial vacancy in Minnesota’s 1st District opens with Judge Vicki Vial Taylor’s resignation. Applications are due Sept. 23.
Application deadline extended for 6th District bench
Minnesota’s Commission on Judicial Selection extended applications for the 6th Judicial District vacancy to Sept. 8, 2025, with interviews in mid-September.
Three recommended for judgeship in 5th District
The Commission on Judicial Selection recommended three finalists for the 5th Judicial District vacancy in St. Peter, Nicollet County, after Judge Krehbiel’s retirement.
Minnesota Lawyer announces 2025 Top Women in Law
Minnesota Lawyer announces the 2025 Top Women in Law, honoring attorneys recognized for leadership, mentorship, and impact across the legal profession.
Three recommended for judgeship in 9th District
Minnesota’s Judicial Selection Commission recommends three finalists to fill Judge Donna Dixon’s seat in the 9th Judicial District in Roseau.
Taft to merge with Morris, Manning & Martin, expanding Southeast position
Taft will merge with Morris, Manning & Martin effective Dec. 31, 2025, adding 100+ lawyers, expanding in Atlanta, D.C., and surpassing $1 billion in revenue.
Judicial vacancy opens in Minnesota’s 6th District
Judge Eric Hylden's retirement creates a vacancy in Minnesota’s 6th Judicial District. Applications are due Aug. 21 for this Duluth-based judgeship.
Suspended lawyer suspended again for practicing law
Larry Laver, already suspended for misconduct, was sanctioned again by the Supreme Court for practicing law while suspended. Court split on penalty length.
Five recommended for judgeships in 10th District
Minnesota's Judicial Selection Commission recommends five candidates for vacancies in the 10th Judicial District following the retirement of two judges.
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