The Third Judicial District is seeking attorneys to serve as Conciliation Court referees. Conciliation Court, also known as "small claim courts,” is a division of District Court that handles claims for money and property that do not exceed $20,000 and consumer credit transactions that do not exceed $4,000. Conciliation Court referees preside over a general and collection calendars of 20 to 30 cases per half-day session. Conciliation hearings are heard remotely using Zoom technology.
This opportunity is a pro bono position. Referee training will be provided by the Third District.
Requirements
- Must be a licensed attorney in the State of Minnesota
- Must have at least five years of experience as a practicing attorney
- Must be in good standing and have no disciplinary actions within the past five years
- May not have a client base that would create a frequent conflict in the type of cases most commonly heard in the conciliation court (e.g. credit card debt, landlord-tenant)
- Must pass criminal background and Office of Lawyers Professional Responsibility disciplinary history checks
Please use this link to submit your letter of interest or mail to:
Third Judicial District
Administration Office
ATTN: District Administrator
1696 Greenview Drive SW
Rochester, MN 55902
*Include your name, phone number and/or email address.