The Minnesota Supreme Court is seeking two non-attorney members to join the Minnesota State Board of Continuing Legal Education. This 13-member board includes three public members, nine attorneys, and one judge. The board plays a key role in ensuring that attorneys in Minnesota comply with continuing legal education (CLE) and lawyer registration requirements.
The responsibilities of the board include evaluating and approving CLE programs offered both within and outside Minnesota to make sure they meet quality standards. The board also manages the system that tracks how many education credits each attorney completes annually, oversees the process for suspending lawyers who do not fulfill their required credits, and handles the annual license renewal process including suspensions for nonpayment. Additionally, it considers appeals from attorneys and sponsors regarding course accreditation or other CLE-related matters, as well as issues related to lawyer registration.
According to the announcement: “A member of the public interested in ensuring quality education for Minnesota’s legal professionals. A good communicator comfortable reviewing written material and speaking up in discussion. Able to commit to approximately 4 meetings each year in St. Paul, for 2-3 hours each.”
Applicants are asked to submit a brief letter of interest highlighting relevant experience, community involvement, or expertise that could benefit board discussions. Letters should be sent to Christa Rutherford-Block, Clerk of Appellate Courts, by email at mjcappellateclerkofcourt@courts.state.mn.us or by U.S. Mail at 305 Minnesota Judicial Center, 25 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, St. Paul, MN 55155. Email applications are preferred.
Applications must be received by 4:30 PM on Friday, March 27, 2026.
The Minnesota Judicial Branch serves residents across the state by upholding the rule of law and delivering fair and impartial justice statewide. It operates as the official judicial system throughout Minnesota and promotes transparency through public court proceedings and opinions. The branch also provides public access to court records, forms, and case information.