Walz announces upcoming vacancy on Minnesota Court of Appeals

Published 9:31 pm Monday, January 6, 2020

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced Monday a vacancy on the Minnesota Court of Appeals, according to a press release. This vacancy will occur upon the retirement of the Honorable Edward J. Cleary on April 30. This seat is designated for Minnesota’s 4th Congressional District. Walz has asked a merit selection panel consisting of leadership in the governor’s office, the chairperson of the Commission on Judicial Selection and the at-large members of that Commission to solicit applicants, review candidates and recommend finalists for appointment.

The panel is searching for fair, experienced and civic-minded individuals to serve on the bench and offer their talents and services to Minnesota’s judicial system. The following qualities will be considered for judicial office: integrity, maturity, health (if job related), judicial temperament, legal knowledge, ability, experience and community service. The application process is now open for these vacancies.

An individual wishing to apply may request an application by contacting Carl Dennis, judicial appointments coordinator, via email at Carl.Dennis@state.mn.us. Applicants must have resided in the 4th Congressional District for at least one year to be eligible for appointment to this seat. A cover letter and resume should also be submitted with the application. Application materials are due by close of business on Feb. 10 and should be addressed to Walz.

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For inquiries concerning the application process, contact Carl Dennis at Carl.Dennis@state.mn.us or at 651-201-3433.