ST. PAUL, MN - On April 4, 2025, the Commission on Judicial Selection announced the extension of the application period for the upcoming vacancy in Minnesota’s Ninth Judicial District. The new application deadline is 4:00 pm on April 14 . The commission expects to hold interviews in early May.

Please refer to the original vacancy announcement issued on March 13:

Today, the Commission on Judicial Selection announced a vacancy in Minnesota’s Ninth Judicial District. The vacancy will occur upon the retirement of the Honorable Erik J. Askegaard.?This seat will be chambered in Aitkin in Aitkin County.

The application process is now open for this vacancy. The commission 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. Per statute, the commission will consider the following qualifications for judicial office: integrity, maturity, health (if job related), judicial temperament, legal knowledge, ability, experience, and community service. The commission is seeking applicants who reflect Minnesota’s full diversity.

Individuals wishing to apply may request an application by contacting the Office of the Governor and Lt. Governor via e-mail at [email protected] .

For more information about the judicial selection process, please visit the Governor’s Judicial Appointments webpage.