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Notice of Consultation
A new Notice of Consultation has been posted in Supreme Court Docket No. 20230284 - In the Matter of the Vacancy in Judgeship No. 2, with Chambers in Grand Forks, North Dakota, Northeast Central Judicial District.
Judge Jackson J. Lofgren Investiture - August 25th Photos
South Central District Judge Jackson Lofgren was formally sworn in during an investiture ceremony at the Burleigh County Courthouse in Bismarck on Aug. 25. Here are the photos.
Job Announcement - Assistant State's Attorney II
A job announcement for an Assistant State's Attorney II with the Burleigh County State's Attorney's office in Bismarck has been posted.
Job Announcement - Assistant State's Attorney
A job announcement for an Assistant States Attorney with the Cass County State's Attorney's office in Fargo has been posted.
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Meetings & Events
9/08/2023 9:00 AM - Personnel Policy Board
National Association of State Judicial Educators (NASJE) Presents the Karen Thorson Award
National Association of State Judicial Educators (NASJE) presents the Karen Thorson Award to Lee Ann Barnhardt at annual conference.
Logan County Clerk of Court Office will be closed Friday, Sept. 8.
The Logan County Clerk of Court and Recorder Office will be closed this Friday, September 8.
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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.
U.S. District Court sets naturalization ceremony for September 19
U.S. District Court to hold two naturalization ceremonies on Sept. 19 in Fargo.
Job Announcement - Court Reporter
A job announcement for a Court Reporter with the District Court in Bismarck has been posted.
Job Announcement - Legal Secretary
A job announcement for a Legal Secretary with Burleigh County State's Attorney's office in Bismarck has been posted.
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Job Announcement - Case Aide
A job announcement for a Part-Time Case Aide with the Juvenile Drug Court in Jamestown has been posted.
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New Opinions: September 14
The Supreme Court posted 6 new opinions on September 14th.
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Court issues order on vacancy in SEJD judgeship
The Supreme Court has issued an order retaining Judgeship No. 1 in Judgeship No. 1 at Jamestown in the Southeast Judicial District.
Job Announcement: Attorney I
A job announcement for an Attorney I for the North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner has been posted.
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Job Announcement - Staff Attorney - District Court
A job announcement for a Staff Attorney with the District Court in Bismarck has been posted.
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Court chooses law clerks for 2024-2025 term
The North Dakota Supreme Court is pleased to announce the following individuals who have been selected to serve a one-year clerkship with the North Dakota Supreme Court beginning August 1, 2024: Jack Blotsky, Gabrielle Frawley, Danielle Middleton, Taylor Schmidt, and McKenna Weisenburger.
Job Announcement - Judicial Referee
A job announcement for a Judicial Referee with the District Court in Fargo has been posted.
Job Announcement - Juvenile Court Youth Coordinator
A job announcement for a part-time Juvenile Court Youth Coordinator in Dickinson has been posted.
Job Announcement - Juvenile Court Youth Coordinator
A job announcement for a part-time Juvenile Court Youth Coordinator in Bismarck has been posted.
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Meetings & Events
9/28/2023 9:00 AM - Joint Procedure Committee
9/28/2023 4:00 PM - Supreme Court Rulemaking
Notice of Judicial Opening
The Judicial Nominating Committee is seeking applicants to fill Judgeship No. 1 in the Southeast Central Judicial District with chambers in Jamestown. This vacancy was created as a result of the appointment of Judge Cherie Clark to Judgeship No. 11 in the East Central Judicial District.
Judge Kristi P. Venhuizen Investiture - September 26th Photos
Northeast Central Judicial District Judge Kristi Venhuizen was formally sworn in during an investiture ceremony at the Grand Forks County Courthouse in Grand Forks on Sept. 26. Attached are the photos.
A job announcement for an Assistant States Attorney with the Ward County State's Attorney's office has been posted.
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New Opinion: Oct. 2
The Supreme Court has issued one new opinion on October 2.
A job announcement for a part-time Juvenile Court Youth Coordinator in Fargo has been posted.
A job announcement for a part-time Juvenile Court Youth Coordinator in Jamestown has been posted.
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New lawyers admitted to the bar in Supreme Court Ceremony
Thirty-one new lawyers were admitted to the North Dakota bar during a ceremony on September 29 in the Russel Reid Auditorium at the North Dakota Heritage Center.
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Meetings & Events
10/05/2023 1:00 PM - Minority Justice Implementation Committee
New Law Review issue available
The North Dakota Law Review has published Volume 98, Issue 3, which is available online.
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Warning of Fraudulent Financial Charges
The Court has been made aware of a scam involving fraudulent charges to individual’s financial accounts that purport to be charges for e-filing with the North Dakota Court System.
Job Announcement - Assistant States Attorney
A job announcement for an Assistant States Attorney with the Barnes County State's Attorney's office in Valley City has been posted.
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Richland County Courthouse closed Monday, Oct. 9
Richland County Courthouse is to be closed on Monday, October 9th.
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Southeast Judicial Applicants to be Considered for Judicial Appointment
On September 25, 2023 members of the State Bar Association of North Dakota were notified of a judicial opening in the Southeast Judicial District. The opening was created due to the appointment of Judge Cherie Clark to Judgeship No. 11 in the East Central Judicial District.
UND Gerald W. VandeWalle Courtroom Reopening Ceremony Oct. 23
The UND School of Law is hosting a reopening ceremony for the Gerald W. VandeWalle Courtroom on Monday October 23, 2023 in Grand Forks.
Job Announcement - Assistant Attorney General
A job announcement for an Assistant Attorney General with the Attorney General's Office in Bismarck has been posted.
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Supreme Court Arguments
Thursday, October 12th
· 9:30 AM - 20230217 - Shift Services v. Ames Savage Water Solutions
· 10:45 AM - 20230201 - Williams v. Williams, et al.
· 1:30 PM - 20230105 - Grengs v. Grengs, et al.
· 2:45 PM - 20230102 - Estate of Lindberg
New Opinions: Oct. 11
The Supreme Court has issued six new opinions on October 11.
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Supreme Court Arguments
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Meetings & Events
10/13/2023 10:30 AM - Guardianship
10/13/2023 1:30 PM - Supreme Court Rulemaking
8th Circuit decides N.D. case
The United States Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit has affirmed the conviction and sentencing in a North Dakota unlawful firearm and ammunition possession case.
A job announcement for an Assistant State’s Attorney with the Cass County State’s Attorney Office has been posted.
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Supreme Court Arguments
Monday, October 16
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Meetings & Events
10/16/2023 12:00 PM - Uniform Bail
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.
Court system to offer training seminars for guardians
We are happy to announce five upcoming virtual education seminars that may of interest to guardians and attorneys. Participants must register for each session separately for attendance tracking.
Job Announcement: Legal Assistant
A job announcement for a Legal Assistant with the Cass County State's Attorney has been posted.
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Supreme Court accepting applications for Rural Attorney Recruitment Program
The North Dakota Supreme Court is currently accepting applications from counties, municipalities and attorneys interested in participating in the Rural Attorney Recruitment Program.
Steele County Clerk’s office closed Tuesday, October 17.
The Steele County Clerk's office will be closed on Tuesday, October 17th.
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Supreme Court accepting applications for Rural Attorney Recruitment Program
The North Dakota Supreme Court is currently accepting applications from counties, municipalities and attorneys interested in participating in the Rural Attorney Recruitment Program.
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.
Judge Chas Neff, Jr. Investiture - October 11th Photos
Northwest District Judge Chas Neff, Jr. was formally sworn in during an investiture ceremony at the Williams County Courthouse in Williston on Oct. 11.
Court system to offer training seminars for guardians
We are happy to announce five upcoming virtual education seminars that may of interest to guardians and attorneys. Participants must register for each session separately for attendance tracking.
8th Circuit decides N.D. case
The United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit has issued an opinion in a North Dakota case.
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Supreme Court accepting applications for Rural Attorney Recruitment Program
The North Dakota Supreme Court is currently accepting applications from counties, municipalities and attorneys interested in participating in the Rural Attorney Recruitment Program.
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Supreme Court Arguments
Monday, October 23
10:30 AM - 20230134 - State v. Sparkman
A job announcement for a part-time Juvenile Court Youth Coordinator in Williston has been posted.
A job announcement for a part-time Juvenile Court Youth Coordinator in Williston has been posted.
A job announcement for a part-time Juvenile Court Youth Coordinator in Minot has been posted.
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Justices lead professional development for social studies teachers
Justices lead professional development for social studies teachers October 19-20 in Bismarck.
Judge Hayden Investiture set for Nov. 6th
An investiture ceremony for East Central Judicial District Judge Stephanie R. Hayden will be held Monday, November 6th at 2:00 P.M. in Courtroom 302 at the Cass County Courthouse in Fargo.
A job announcement for a Part-Time Case Aide position in Grand Forks has been posted.
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Burke County Clerks Office Closing Early Oct. 25th
Burke County Clerks office closing early Oct. 25th due to deteriorating weather.
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.
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Supreme Court Arguments
Friday, October 27th
Waived - 20230119 - McGinnis v. State
Waived - 20230124 - State v. Richter
Waived - 20230155 - Tracey v. Tracey
9:30 AM - 20230103 - Zander, et al. v. Morsette
10:45 AM - 20230156 - Pagel, et al. v. Weikum
Meetings & Events
10/27/2023 10:00 AM - Caseflow Management Committee
New Opinions: Oct. 26
The Supreme Court posted 8 new opinions on October 26th.
North Dakota Court computer systems unavailable due to planned maintenance on Friday evening, Oct. 27th starting at 6:30 pm Central Time
North Dakota Court computer systems will be unavailable due to planned maintenance on Friday, October 27th starting at 6:30 pm Central Time for approximately two hours.
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Notice of Comment/Hearing - 20230214
A new Notice of Comment/Hearing has been posted in Supreme Court Docket No. 20230214 - Amendments to the North Dakota Rules of Civil Procedure, North Dakota Rules of Appellate Procedure, North Dakota Rules of Court, and North Dakota Supreme Court Administrative Rules.
Order of Adoption - 20230305
A new Order of Adoption has been posted in Supreme Court Docket No. 20230305 - Proposed Amendments to North Dakota Rules of Juvenile Procedure 18 Regarding Dispositions and Conditions and 19 Regarding Juvenile Records. Effective November 1, 2023
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News from the North Dakota Supreme Court
Job Announcement - File Clerk/Legal Secretary
A job announcement for a File Clerk/Legal Secretary with the Burleigh County State’s Attorney’s office in Bismarck has been posted.
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News from the North Dakota Supreme Court
The Supreme Court at UND School of Law - The Oct. 23, 2023 photos
The Supreme Court traveled to the UND School of Law Oct. 23, 2023 to hear arguments, judge the Moot Court competition and to visit with students. Here are the photos.
Supreme Court visit to Griggs County Schools - Oct. 24, 2023
The North Dakota state Supreme Court visited Griggs County schools on October 24, 2023 to hear a case.
UND School of Law honors retired Chief Justice Gerald VandeWalle with courtroom rededication
UND School of Law honors retired Chief Justice Gerald VandeWalle with courtroom rededication on Oct. 23, 2023.
Job Announcement - Deputy Clerk
A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk in Devils Lake has been posted.
Job Announcement - Staff Attorney
A job announcement for a Staff Attorney with the District Court in the Northwest Judicial District has been posted.
Job Announcement - Paralegal
A job announcement for a Paralegal with the District Court in Williston 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.
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Supreme Court Arguments
Thursday, November 2nd
· 10:45 AM - 20230087 - LAWC Holdings v. Vincent Watford
· 1:30 PM - 20230185 - Mead v. Hatzenbeller
· 2:45 PM - 20230127 - Meuchel v. Red Trail Energy
Meetings & Events
11/02/2023 10:00 AM - Overcoming Employment Hurdles for Adults with ASD
Judge Hartl Romanick Retires
Northeast Central Judicial District Judge Lolita Hartl Romanick has retired, effective Nov. 1, 2023.
Logan County Clerk of Court office will be closed Friday, Nov. 3
Logan County Clerk of Court office will be closed Friday, Nov. 3
Billings County Courthouse will be closed on Friday, Nov. 3
Billings County Courthouse will be closed on Friday, November 3, 2023.
8th Circuit decides N.D. case
The United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit has issued an opinion in a North Dakota case.
Job Announcement: Prosecuting Attorney
A job announcement for a Prosecuting Attorney with the Spirit Lake Tribal Court in Fort Totten has been posted.
Job Announcement: Adult Criminal Court Public Defender
A job announcement for an Adult Criminal Court Public Defender with the Spirit Lake Tribal Court in Fort Totten has been posted.
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Supreme Court Arguments
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Supreme Court accepting applications for Rural Attorney Recruitment Program
The North Dakota Supreme Court is currently accepting applications from counties, municipalities and attorneys interested in participating in the Rural Attorney Recruitment Program.
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.
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Supreme Court Arguments
Monday, November 6th
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Order of Adoption
Vacancy in Judgeship No. 2, NECJD
Job Announcement: Attorney I
A job announcement for an Attorney with the North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner has been posted.
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Meetings and Events
Tuesday, November 7th
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Lawyers reminded to verify their mailing address
As the Board moves to an online license renewal process for 2024, it is important the Board has a current e-mail address by which to contact lawyers.
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News from the North Dakota Supreme Court
Courthouses to close for Veterans Day holiday
The Supreme Court and courthouses across the state will be closed Friday, November 10th, for the Veterans Day holiday.
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News from the North Dakota Supreme Court
Supreme Court accepting applications for Rural Attorney Recruitment Program
The North Dakota Supreme Court is currently accepting applications from counties, municipalities and attorneys interested in participating in the Rural Attorney Recruitment Program.
The State Board of Law Examiners is excited to announce the launch of an online license renewal process for 2024.
Job Announcement: Staff Attorney
A job announcement for a short-term Staff Attorney with the State Court Administrator's Office has been posted.
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Meetings & Events
November 15, 2023 12:00 PM - Uniform Bail
Job Announcement: Juvenile Court Youth Coordinator.
A job announcement for a part-time Juvenile Court Youth Coordinator in Jamestown has been posted.
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.
Irv Nodland, 1935-2023
Long-time Bismarck Attorney Irvin B. Nodland died on November 11, 2023.
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Supreme Court Arguments
Thursday, November 16th
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Online Lawyer license renewal available starting Nov. 15
Online Lawyer license renewal available starting November 15, 2023.
Job Announcement - State's Attorney
A job posting for a State's Attorney for Oliver County has been posted.
William Schmidt 1950-2023
Longtime Bismarck attorney William Schmidt died on November 1, 2023.
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Meetings & Events
Friday, November 17th 10:00 AM - Attorney Standards Joint Committee
Vaagen appointed referee and magistrate in SCJD
Tessa Vaagen has been appointed as a referee and magistrate in the South Central Judicial District
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Job Announcement - Assistant City Prosecutor/Assistant City Attorney
Job Announcement - Assistant City Prosecutor/Assistant City Attorney for the City of Grand Forks.
Job Announcement - Attorney II
The ND Protection and Advocacy Project is hiring an Attorney located in Bismarck.
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Meetings & Events
Nov. 21, 2023 8:45 AM - Judicial Conference
Job Announcement - District Court Administrative Assistant
A job announcement for an Administrative Assistant with the District Court in Minot has been posted.
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Job Announcement: Summer Law Clerk
Cass County State's Attorney’s Office in Fargo, North Dakota will be hiring a law clerk for the summer of 2024.
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Courthouses closed for Thanksgiving holiday
The Supreme Court and courthouses across the state will be closed Thursday for Thanksgiving. The Supreme Court and the courthouses in Barnes, Burleigh, Cass, and Morton counties will be open Friday. The state's other county courthouses will be closed.
Order of Adoption - 20230386
Amendments to N.D. Sup. Ct. Admin. R. 7 - Effective immediately.
Order of Adoption - 20230214
Amend. to N.D.R.Civ.P., App. P., Ct., Admin. R. - Effective March 1, 2024
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New Opinions: Nov. 24
The Supreme Court posted 12 new opinions on November 24th.
Notices
Notice of Comment/Hearing - 20230388
Proposed N.D. Sup. Ct. Admin. R. - Comments due January 3, 2024
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Northeast Central Judicial Applicants to be Considered for Judicial Appointment
On November 13, 2023 members of the State Bar Association of North Dakota were notified of a judicial opening in the Northeast Central Judicial District.
Gary W. Lawrence 1943-2023
Former Northwood, N.D. lawyer and UND School of Law graduate Gary W. Lawrence died on November 12, 2023.
A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk in Devil's Lake has been posted.
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UTTC Criminal Justice Students Visit South Central District Court
Led by Instructor Mark Turner, students from the Criminal Justice class at the United Tribes Technical College, Bismarck, N.D. attended and observed a Master Calendar setting at the Burleigh County Courthouse on November 20, 2023 presided over by SCJD Judge James Hill.
Job Announcement: Temporary Law Clerk
A job announcement for a Temporary Law Clerk with Burleigh County in Bismarck has been posted.
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Supreme Court Arguments
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New Opinions: Dec. 1
The Supreme Court posted 5 new opinions on December 1st.
Shockman appointed to SEJD judgeship
Gov. Doug Burgum today appointed LaMoure County State’s Attorney James Shockman to an open judgeship in the Southeast Judicial District.
Online Lawyer license renewal available starting November 15, 2023
U.S.: Former U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor dies at 93
Retired Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States Sandra Day O’Connor died December 1st, in Phoenix, Arizona.
Job Announcement: Staff Attorney
A job announcement for a short-term Staff Attorney with the State Court Administrator's Office has been posted.
Job Announcement - Staff Attorney
A job announcement for a Staff Attorney with the District Court in Dickinson has been posted.
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December 5, 2023
Charles Gilje 1942-2023
Former Stutsman County State's Attorney Charles Gilje died on November 25, 2023.
8th Circuit decides N.D. case
The United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit has issued an opinion in a North Dakota case.
Job Announcement - Juvenile Court Youth Coordinator
A job announcement for a part-time Juvenile Court Youth Coordinator in Devils Lake has been posted.
Job Announcement - Juvenile Drug Court Coordinator
A job announcement for a part-time Juvenile Drug Court Coordinator in Devils Lake has been posted.
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News from the North Dakota Supreme Court
December 6, 2023
Meetings & Events
December 7, 2023
12:00 PM - Northeast Central Judicial District Attorney Forum
Sharon Gallagher 1951-2023
Former Mandan attorney, Sharon Gallagher, died on December 3, 2023.
U.S. District Court sets naturalization ceremony for December 12
News Release: "The United States District Court for the District of North Dakota announces two ceremonies for the naturalization of new citizens will be held in Fargo on Tuesday, Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at 9:00am, at 11:00 a.m."
Job Announcement - Assistant State's Attorney
A job announcement for an Assistant States Attorney with the Williams County State's Attorney's office in Williston has been posted.
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December 7, 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.
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December 8, 2023
Interest rate set for 2024 judgments
The State Court Administrator has set the interest rate on judgments entered in 2024 at 11.5 percent.
Job Announcement - Assistant States Attorney
A job announcement for an Assistant States Attorney with the Barnes County State's Attorney's office in Valley City has been posted.
Job Announcement - Deputy Clerk
A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk with the District Court in Grand Forks has been posted.
Job Announcement - Paralegal
A job announcement for a Paralegal with the District Court in Rugby has been posted.
Job Announcement - Electronic Court Reporter/Transcriptionist
A job announcement for an Electronic Court Recorder/Transcriptionist with the District Court in Rugby has been posted.
Job Announcement - Assistant States Attorney
A job announcement for an Assistant States Attorney with the Barnes County State's Attorney's office in Valley City has been posted.
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News from the North Dakota Supreme Court
December 11, 2023
Meetings & Events
December 14, 2023 1:00 PM - ND Legal Self Help Center Guardianship Forms
Mercer County Courthouse will be closed on Dec. 13, 2023.
The Mercer County Courthouse will be closed on December 13, 2023.
Job Announcement - Administrative Assistant
A job announcement for an Administrative Assistant with the Office of Disciplinary Counsel in Bismarck has been posted.
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December 12, 2023
The Mercer County Courthouse will be closed on December 13, 2023. Litigants should call (701)222-6682 with questions or to make payments on Dec. 13th.
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December 14, 2023
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McIntosh County Clerk/Recorders offices will be closing at 11:30 AM Friday, December 15th
McIntosh County Clerk/Recorders offices will be closing at 11:30 A.M. on Friday, December 15th.
Judge Burt Riskedahl 1940-2023
Retired District Judge Burt Riskedahl died on December 12th, 2023.
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Court Staff in the McIntosh County Clerk’s Office will be unavailable after 11:30 am on Friday, December 15th
Court Staff in the McIntosh County Clerk’s Office will be unavailable after 11:30 am on Friday, December 15th. For questions about court cases or assistance with on-line payments please contact the Kidder County Clerk’s Office at 701-475-4548.
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Supreme Court Oral Arguments
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New Opinions: Dec. 15
The Supreme Court posted 12 opinions on December 15th.
Nominating committee forwards four NECJD candidates to governor
Judicial Nominating Committee Forwards Four Names to Governor Doug Burgum for the Northeast Central Judicial District Judgeship.
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Meetings & Events
December 19, 2023 11:00 AM - Operations Committee
December 19, 2023 2:45 PM - Supreme Court Rulemaking
Job Announcement - File Technician
A job announcement for a File Technician with the Grand Forks County States Attorney’s office in Grand Forks has been posted.
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U.S. Supreme Court Comments on the Death of Sandra Day O’Connor.
Funeral held in Washington, D.C. for former U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor.
A job announcement for an Assistant States Attorney with the Grand Forks County State's Attorney's office in Grand Forks has been posted.
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Courthouses to close for Christmas holiday
The Supreme Court and all county courthouses will be closed Monday, Dec. 25, Christmas Day. On Dec. 22, a number of county courthouses will close at noon.
Stark County Clerk of Court Linda Splichal Retiring
Stark County Clerk of Court Linda Splichal retiring on December 31, 2023.
A job announcement for an Assistant States Attorney with the Cass County State's Attorney's office in Fargo has been posted.
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New Opinions: Dec. 28
The Supreme Court posted 8 opinions on December 28th.
Courthouses to close for New Year's holiday
The Supreme Court and county courthouses across the state will be closed Monday, Jan. 1, for the New Year's holiday. Several courthouses will close early on Friday, December 29 or Tuesday, January 2, but some courthouse services will be available.
8th Circuit decides N.D. cases
The United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit released opinions on three North Dakota on Dec. 27th.
A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk in Valley City has been posted.
Job Announcement - Assistant State's Attorney
A job announcement for an Assistant States Attorney with the Cass County State's Attorney's office in Fargo has been posted.
Job Announcement - Assistant State's Attorney
A job announcement for an Assistant States Attorney with the Burleigh County State's Attorney's office in Bismarck has been posted.
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Meetings & Events
January 3, 2024 9:00 AM - Guardianship Task Force
January 3, 2024 2:00 PM - Joint Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee
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Job Announcement - Legal Assistant I
A job announcement for a Legal Assistant with the Burleigh County State’s Attorney’s office in Bismarck has been posted.
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Judge Romanick will not run for reelection in SCJD
South Central Judicial District Judge Bruce Romanick has announced that he will not be running for reelection in 2024. Judge Romanick was first elected district judge in 2000.
A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk with the District Court in Bismarck has been posted.
Job Announcement - Case Aide
A job announcement for a Case Aide for the Richland County Treatment Court in Wahpeton has been posted.
Job Announcement - Paralegal
A job announcement for a Paralegal with the District Court in Dickinson has been posted.
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Job Announcement: Juvenile Court Youth Coordinator.
A job announcement for a part-time Juvenile Court Youth Coordinator in Jamestown has been posted.
A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk with the District Court in Minot has been posted.
Job Announcement - Staff Attorney
A job announcement for a Staff Attorney with the District Court in Dickinson has been posted.
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Meetings & Events
January 11, 2024 10:00 AM - Lawyer Licensing Task Force
January 11, 2024 12:00 PM - Pattern Jury Instruction Commission
January 11, 2024 1:00 PM - Court Facilities Improvement Advisory Committee
New Opinions: Jan. 10
The Supreme Court posted 7 opinions on January 10th.
Governor appoints Sandberg to NECJD judgeship
Gov. Doug Burgum on Jan. 10 announced the appointment of attorney Theodore "Ted" Sandberg to Judgeship Number 2 in the Northeast Central Judicial District.
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.
Job Announcement - Assistant Attorney General
A job announcement for an Assistant Attorney General with the Civil Litigation Division in Bismarck has been posted.
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Friday, January 12th
Waived - 20230249 - Swanson v. State
Waived - 20230252 - Plaisimond v. State
Waived - 20230236 - State v. Glaum
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.
Barnes County Clerk of Court Office Closed Friday, Jan. 12 at 3:00 PM
The Barnes County Clerk Office Closed Friday, Jan. 12 at 3:00 PM. The Stutsman County Clerk of Court office will cover phones.
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Courthouses closed for Martin Luther King Day
The Supreme Court and county courthouses across the state will be closed Monday, Jan. 15, for the Martin Luther King Day holiday.
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Wednesday, January 17th
10:45 AM - 20230264 - Nelson v. Nelson, et al.
1:30 PM - 20230283 - Whitetail Wave v. XTO Energy, et al.
Meetings & Events
January 17, 2024 2:45 PM - Supreme Court Rulemaking
Gregory Scott Larson 1959 - 2024
Greg Larson, Fargo native and UND School of Law Graduate, died on January 2, 2024.
A job announcement for an Assistant Attorney General with the Attorney General's office in Bismarck has been posted.
A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk in Williston has been posted.
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Harvey High School students visit the Supreme Court
Students from Harvey High School visit the Supreme Court to listen to live oral arguments and visit with Justices.
Job Announcement - Law Clerk
A job announcement for a Law Clerk with the District Court in Dickinson has been posted.
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January 19, 2024 10:00 AM - Rural Attorney Recruitment Program
Supreme Court seeks law clerk applicants for 2025-2026 term
The Supreme Court is seeking applications from second year law students for five Law Clerk positions for the 2025-2026 term. Applications must be postmarked by Friday, July 12, 2024.
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January 19, 2024 - 20240006 - Notice of Comment/Hearing - Vacancy in Judgeship No. 3, SCJD
Meetings & Events
January 22, 2024 12:00 PM - Operations Committee
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The court affirmed the district court's judgment, ruling that the stimulus payment funds were subject to turnover towards Valentino Bagola's restitution obligations.
Job Announcement - Child Support Attorney
A job announcement for a Child Support Attorney with the Department of Health & Human Services has been posted.
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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.
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New Opinions: Jan. 22
The Supreme Court posted 7 opinions on January 22nd.
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Barnes County Clerk’s Office closed Friday, January 26th from 3:00-5:00pm.
The Barnes County Clerk’s Office will be closed Friday January 26th from 3:00-5:00pm. For questions about court cases or assistance with on-line payments please contact the Stutsman County Clerk’s Office at 701-252-9042.
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January 26, 2024 9:00 AM - Joint Procedure Committee
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Annual Parenting Investigator and Guardian ad Litem 6-Hour Training Scheduled
Annual Parenting Investigator and Guardian ad Litem 6-Hour Training moving online for 2024.
Barnes County Clerk’s Office closed Friday, January 26th from 3:00-5:00pm.
The Barnes County Clerk’s Office will be closed Friday January 26th from 3:00-5:00pm. For questions about court cases or assistance with on-line payments please contact the Stutsman County Clerk’s Office at 701-252-9042.
Eddy County Clerk’s Office unavailable after 2:00 pm on Friday, January 26, 2024
Eddy County Clerk’s Office will be unavailable after 2:00 pm on Friday, January 26, 2024. For questions about court cases or assistance with on-line payments please contact the Foster County Clerk’s Office at 701-652-1001.
Robert G. Hanson 1937-2024
Robert Gustav Hanson, UND School of Law graduate, died on January 19, 2024.
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Monday, January 29th
9:30 AM - 20230140 - Ward, et al. v. Herbel, et al.
10:45 AM - 20230239 - State v. Fischer
1:30 PM - 20230190 - State v. Glaum
2:45 PM - 20230258 - Keller v. Keller, et al.
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Supreme Court seeks law clerk applicants for 2025-2026 term
The Supreme Court is seeking applications from second year law students for five Law Clerk positions for the 2025-2026 term. Applications must be postmarked by Friday, July 12, 2024.
Job Announcement - Assistant Attorney General
A job announcement for Assistant Attorney General with the Attorney General's Office in Bismarck has been posted.
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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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Job Announcement - Juvenile Court Youth Coordinator
A job announcement for a part-time Juvenile Court Youth Coordinator in Williston has been posted.
Job Announcement - Juvenile Drug Court Coordinator
A job announcement for a Juvenile Drug Court Coordinator in Jamestown/Valley City has been posted.
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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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Monday, February 5th, 2024 9:00 AM - Guardianship
Judge joins Salus Populi advisory board
North Dakota Judge Donovan Foughty has been named to the Advisory Board of Salus Populi.
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February 5, 2024
A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk for the City of Mandan Municipal Court has been posted.
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A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk for the City of Devils Lake Municipal Court has been posted.
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February 7, 2024
Supreme Court Arguments
Thursday, February 8th
9:30 AM - 20230354 - Weber v. NDDOT
10:45 AM - 20230295 - Hoever v. Wilder
A federal appeals court has upheld the sentence of a man for his involvement in a drug-trafficking conspiracy transporting drugs to North Dakota for distribution.
A job announcement for an Assistant Attorney General with the Civil Litigation Division in Bismarck has been posted.
Phyllis A. Ratcliff 1933-2024
Longtime Cooperstown attorney Phyllis A. Ratcliff died on February 5, 2024.
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Monday, February 12th
1:30 PM - 20230306 - Garaas, et al. v. Continental Resources, et al.
Waived - 20230221 - State v. Wiese
Waived - 20230220 - State v. Wiese
New Opinion: Feb. 9
The Supreme Court posted 1 opinion on February 9th.
New Opinions: Feb. 8
The Supreme Court posted 13 opinions on February 8th.
E-filing Maintenance Scheduled for Friday, February 9, 2024
Friday evening, February 9th, starting at 7:00 PM CST, ND Efile will be undergoing maintenance.
NECJD Judge Sandberg investiture set for March 8, 2024
The investiture of Northeast Central Judicial District Judge Theodore T. Sandberg will be held March 8, 2024 at the Grand Forks County Courthouse in Grand Forks.
Federal Bar Association Student Civics Essay Contest
Federal Bar Association sponsoring a student civics essay contest for high school students
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Judge Irby announces retirement
East Central Judicial District Judge John Irby has announced that he will not be running for reelection in 2024. Judge Irby was appointed District Judge in 2002.
Clifton Rodenburg 1949-2024
Clifton Rodenburg, 74, Fargo, N.D., died Saturday, Jan. 27, in New Zealand.
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Thursday, February 15th
Waived - 20230336 - Archambault v. State
10:45 AM - 20230195 - SPOTTIE v. BAIUL-FARINA, et al.
1:30 PM - 20230194 - Kemmet v. Kemmet
Meetings & Events
February 15, 2024 2:45 PM - Supreme Court Rulemaking
Local Rules Committee will begin the process of reviewing and proposing amendments to the local rules of the United States District Court for the District of North Dakota in March 2024.
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February 16, 2024 11:30 AM - Lawyer Licensing Task Force
Courthouses closed for President's Day
The Supreme Court and courthouses across the state will be closed Monday, Feb 19, for the President's Day holiday.
A job announcement for a Legal Assistant with the Department of Health and Human Services has been posted.
Marjorie Kohls 1946 - 2024
Former prosecutor and public defender Marjorie Kohls died on February 3, 2024.
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February 16, 2024 - 20240028 - Order of Adoption - Amend. to N.D. Sup. Ct. Admin. R. 35
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Supreme Court nearing completion of new public access, e-filing, and docket system
The Supreme Court is nearing completion of a new public access, e-filing, and docket system, which will replace the current docket system, which was created in the 1990s
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).
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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.
Job Announcement - Assistant State's Attorney
A job announcement for an Assistant States Attorney with the Burleigh County State's Attorney's office in Bismarck has been posted.
February 21, 2024
Job Announcement - Assistant State's Attorney - Senior
A job announcement for an Assistant States Attorney - Senior with the Burleigh County State's Attorney's office in Bismarck has been posted.
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New Opinions: Feb. 22
The Supreme Court posted seven opinions on February 22
Meetings & Events
February 23, 2024 1:00 PM - Judicial Education Commission
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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.
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A job announcement for an Assistant Attorney General with the Attorney General's office in Bismarck has been posted.
Michael D. McNair 1945-2024
Former Fargo attorney Michael D. McNair died on February 10, 2024.
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The United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit has affirmed a judgment in a North Dakota case.
William A. Strutz 1934-2024
Bismarck attorney William A. Strutz died on January 25, 2024.
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February 2024 bar examination begins
The North Dakota Bar Examination began on Tuesday, Feb. 27, with 28 applicants taking the exam.
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The United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit has affirmed the sentencing in a North Dakota case.
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Job Announcement - Deputy Clerk
A job announcement for a Deputy Clerk in Williston 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 - Part-Time Assistant State’s Attorney
A job announcement for a part-time Assistant State's Attorney located in Grand Forks County has been posted.
Job Announcement - Administrative Assistant
A job announcement for an Administrative Assistant with the Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents in Bismarck has been posted.
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8th Circuit decides N.D. case
The United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit has affirmed the District Court decision in Mandan, Hidatsa & Arikara Nation v. U.S. Dept. of the Interior.
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Thursday, March 7th
Waived - 20230321 - Adoption of R.E.M.
Waived - 20230338 - Happel v. State
Waived - 20230346 - State v. Nelson
Meetings & Events
March 7, 2024 12:00 PM - Mental Health Workgroup
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March 8, 2024 9:00 AM - Minority Justice Implementation Committee
New Opinions: March 7
The Supreme Court posted 9 new opinions on March 7th.
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.
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Monday, March 11th
Waived - 20240056 - Adoption of T.J.R. and B.L.R.
10:00 AM - 20230320 - State v. Alameen
Waived - 20240053 - Interest of S.S.C.
1:30 PM - 20230389 - East Central Water District v. City of Grand Forks, et al.
Waived - 20240043 - Interest of S.B.
Notices
3/07/2024 - 20240006 - Order of Adoption - Vacancy in Judgeship No. 3, SCJD
Meetings & Events
3/11/2024 12:00 PM - Uniform Bail
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The United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit has affirmed the District Court decision in a North Dakota case.
Job Announcement - Clerk of Court, 8th Circuit Court of Appeals in St. Louis, Missouri
The 8th Circuit Court of Appeals in St. Louis, Missouri has posted a job opening for Clerk of Court, 8th Circuit Court of Appeals