Judge Sean Cahill

Appointed/Elected:

Appointed by Governor Tim Walz in June 2026.

Education:

B.A., University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
M.A., Theology, Marquette University
J.D., University of St. Thomas School of Law

Past Employment:

Assistant Public Defender, Hennepin County Public Defender's Office, 2011-2016
Senior Assistant Hennepin County Attorney, Hennepin County Attorney's Office, 2016-2026

Professional Memberships

Statewide Advisory Committee on Rules of Evidence, October 2024-present

Professional and Community Activities:

Adjunct Professor, University of St. Thomas School of Law
Adjunct Professor, Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Member Author, Minnesota CLE Criminal Benchbook

Additional Information:

Judge Cahill volunteers with several moot court and mock trial organizations, in addition to his work with his children's schools and activities. He lectures regualrly at several local schools and colleges.