Thinking About the Bench? Demystify the Judicial Appointment Process
Mon, Mar 23
|Virtual Event
Join Minnesota’s Commission on Judicial Selection members for an inside look at becoming a judge. Learn how vacancies are filled, what qualifications matter, and how to navigate the application, interview, and appointment process. Gain practical insights to assess your readiness.


Time & Location
Mar 23, 2026, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Virtual Event
About the event
Have you ever considered becoming a judge—but weren’t sure where to start?
Join us for an informative and empowering session, “Judicial Appointments: Demystifying the Process,” featuring members of Minnesota’s Commission on Judicial Selection. This program is designed to break down the path to the bench and provide practical insight into how attorneys can successfully navigate the appointment process.
You’ll gain a clear understanding of:
How judicial vacancies arise and are filled in Minnesota
What the Commission looks for in candidates—including key qualifications and
