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Founded in 1883 the Minnesota State Bar Association is the oldest professional association for attor

07/08/2026

Get to know the new MSBA President Kenya Bodden, the self-described "reluctant extrovert," in this month's Bench & Bar cover story: https://mnbars.org/?pg=BenchBarofMinnesota&pubAction=viewIssue&pubIssueID=70928&pubIssueItemID=470870

06/29/2026

NEWS RELEASE: Kenya Bodden Becomes 2026-2027 President of Minnesota State Bar Association; New Officers Announced.

Following its last Assembly meeting of the bar fiscal year on June 25, 2026, the MSBA announced the composition of its 2026–2027 Executive Committee.

On July 1, Kenya Bodden begins his one-year term as president of the MSBA. Bodden, a legal risk manager at Amazon, earned his JD at Mitchell Hamline School of Law in 2001. Bodden previously served as the 2022–2023 President of the Ramsey County Bar Association.

"I just want to assist our lawyers and our membership, and make sure they know the value that they get from this voluntary bar," said Bodden. "Whether you work at a large firm or work by yourself, you don't have to be alone. The bar is here for our members.”

Joining Bodden on the MSBA Board of Governors as officers for 2026–2027 are:

· President-Elect: Nicole Kettwick (Brandt Kettwick Defense)
· Treasurer: Sarah Soucie Eyberg (Soucie Eyberg Law LLC)
· Secretary: Brandon Vaughn (Robins Kaplan LLP).
Rounding out the Executive Committee is Madeline Gustafson (McGough Construction), who serves as chair of the New Lawyers Section.

06/24/2026

MSBA President Tom Pack passed the ceremonial leadership gavel to incoming president Kenya Bodden at last night's MSBA Convention reception. Bodden begins his term as MSBA President on July 1.

05/26/2026

The practice of law asks a great deal of us. Long hours, high stakes, emotional strain, and constant pressure to perform. Too often, mental health struggles remain hidden behind professionalism and perseverance.

In this month's President’s Page, MSBA President Tom Pack, Hennepin County Bar Association President Jessica Klander, and Ramsey County Bar Association President Maya Missaghi share their personal experiences to help destigmatize mental health discussions in the legal profession. https://mnbars.org/?pg=BenchBarofMinnesota&pubAction=viewIssue&pubIssueID=69276&pubIssueItemID=458335

05/21/2026

Our annual convention is just a month away. Join us Tuesday, June 23 and Wednesday, June 24 at Minnesota CLE for two days of CLE sessions and networking, exhibitors and prize drawings, and the President's Reception.

9.25 CLE credits, including 1.0 mental health/substance use credit applied for. Just $95 for MSBA members. Reserve your spot today: https://www.minncle.org/seminar/1452292601

05/11/2026

On May 8, we celebrated the admission of the newest members of the Minnesota Bar in three consecutive ceremonies at the Minnesota Supreme Court Courtroom, located in the State Capitol. Chief Justice Natalie Hudson, Justice Paul Thissen, and MSBA President Tom Pack delivered inspiring remarks. Congratulations to our newest MSBA members.

04/30/2026

The 2026 MSBA Convention brochure is here.
Check it out and reserve your spot today for this year's event: June 23-24 in Minneapolis.
9.25 CLE credits applied for. Just $95 for MSBA members. https://www.minncle.org/seminar/1452292601

04/16/2026

Take a moment this Law Day to join Minnesota’s legal community on May 1 at 2:00 PM at the Hennepin County Government Center for a brief and meaningful gathering centered on retaking the attorney’s oath.

This short program offers an opportunity to stand with colleagues and publicly reaffirm a shared commitment to the Constitution, the rule of law, and the foundational principles of our legal system. After the oath, attendees will hear brief remarks from leaders in the legal community, including Michelle Behnke, Robert Vischer, James Rosenbaum, and Tom Pack.

All are welcome—attorneys, judges, and members of the public—and we hope you will take part in this shared moment of reflection on the importance of the rule of law.

Learn more and RSVP: https://mnbars.org/?pg=events&evAction=showDetail&eid=321776&evSubAction=viewMonth&calmonth=202605

04/08/2026

What bit of legal jargon, or legal euphemism, annoys you the most?
Read what Catlin Hedeman, Bryan Lindsay, and Isaac Manchego had to say in this month's Bench & Bar Colleague Corner: https://mnbars.org/?pg=BenchBarofMinnesota&pubAction=viewIssue&pubIssueID=67370&pubIssueItemID=443160

04/01/2026

“Lawyers are often trained—explicitly or implicitly—to project constant competence and control. Our profession values reliability and steadiness, and rightly so. But that culture can also create the impression that we must always be operating at full capacity, regardless of what else is happening in our lives. That is not healthy. Or possible.”

In this month’s Bench & Bar, MSBA President Tom Pack reflects on extending grace to ourselves and others. Read more: https://mnbars.org/?pg=BenchBarofMinnesota&pubAction=viewIssue&pubIssueID=67370&pubIssueItemID=443158

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Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

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