Velva High School students visit state Supreme Court and meet justices
Students from Velva High School visited North Dakota’s Supreme Court on April 20. They observed oral arguments and met with Chief Justice Lisa Fair McEvers and Justice Jerod Tufte to learn about court procedures.
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U.S. District Court announces law clerk opening in Fargo for Magistrate Judge Senechal
A new two-year term law clerk position is open at the U.S. District Court in Fargo under Magistrate Judge Alice R. Senechal starting August 2027. Applicants must meet specific academic criteria and submit required documents by email.
New lawyers admitted to the bar in Supreme Court ceremony
New attorneys were officially admitted to practice law during a Supreme Court ceremony on April 16. Justices led pledges and oaths while leaders offered encouragement for balancing career and personal life.
Judge Marina Spahr visits Sunrise Elementary School to discuss legal system
Judge Marina Spahr visited Sunrise Elementary School in Bismarck to talk with fifth graders about courts, judges’ work, and civic duties like jury service. She led a mock trial activity so students could experience courtroom roles firsthand.
Fargo North Law and Justice students visit Supreme Court for educational experience
Fargo North Law and Justice students visited the Supreme Court on April 15 for an educational experience. They met state officials including Secretary of State Michael Howe and Justices Douglas Bahr and Mark Friese. The visit included observing oral arguments and learning about government roles.
Devils Lake attorney Ulysses S. Jones dies at age 75
Ulysses S. Jones, a longtime Devils Lake attorney, has died at age 75. His obituary is available online for those seeking more information.
North Dakota Supreme Court issues notices of comment on proposed rule amendments
The North Dakota Supreme Court has issued notices inviting public comment on proposed changes to various court rules. These include lawyer discipline procedures, juvenile procedure rules, appellate processes, and administrative provisions.
North Dakota Supreme Court posts notice of consultation for judicial vacancy
The North Dakota Supreme Court has posted a notice regarding a vacant judgeship in Grafton. The action begins formal proceedings under established court rules to fill Northeast Judicial District Judgeship No. 6.
8th Circuit Court of Appeals issues decision in U.S. v. Christopher Hardy
The Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals has issued a decision in U.S. v. Christopher Hardy, Case No: 24-3460. The full opinion is available online.