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Weekly Announcements

4/12/2021

OCBA

We are looking for a member with time and interest to serve as one of our OCBA representatives on the LAOC Board of Directors.
- The appointment to the LAOC Board is for a three-year term.
- The LAOC Board consists of 13 directors, five of whom are OCBA representatives.
- For more information or to express interest, please email the OCBA Gmail account.
There is a new deadline for high school seniors graduating this spring to submit an application for one of our two $2,500 scholarships.
- Applications are now due Friday, April 23.
- Applications are available here: https://www.olmstedbar.com/news1/2021-scholarship-application?fbclid=IwAR31sKq9TEwGolvTyCgFWCnnohhoCKqQToTEwgKbWRtOnqHGUTHEJK7rvuQ.
Our next Bar meeting is via Zoom at 5:30 p.m. next Thursday, April 22.

Klampe, Delehanty, Pasternak, & Niesen

Klampe, Delehanty, Pasternak & Niesen, LLC is seeking to hire a full-time associate attorney to work in the dynamic fields of family law, general litigation, and personal injury.
We are searching for an attorney with family law and/or personal injury experience or a desire to learn; however, the attorney may cross-cover other practice areas within the firm, including general litigation, employment law, and workers’ compensation. The associate must be able to advance the principals of our firm: first, to provide exceptional legal service; second, to passionately advocate for clients' interests; and third, to devote our time and talents to our community. The associate must have a demonstrated long-term commitment to southeast Minnesota. Salary will be commensurate with experience. A benefits package include medical insurance, 401(k) match, generous PTO and parental leave and free parking.
All responses will be received in confidence. Interested attorneys should contact Mark Delehanty (mark@klampelawfirm.com), Carole Pasternak (carole@klampelawfirm.com) or Andrea Niesen (andrea@klampelawfirm.com) by email or phone at 507-288-2447.

Have an announcement to share with your OCBA colleagues? Please email olmstedcountybarassociation@gmail.com before 8:00 p.m. the preceding Sunday. Announcements will be shared here and on the OCBA Facebook page unless requested otherwise.

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Weekly Announcements

3/22/2021

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OCBA

Thank you to everyone who attended the March meeting last week. Highlights included:
- Announcement of the vote results for February's action items, and
- A reminder that we are looking for volunteers to serve on next year's OCBA Board. If you are interested, please respond to this email.
Voting is open for the second time to decide whether OCBA should donate $8,000 to LAOC for the 2020-21 Bar year.
- Voting will be open until 11:59 p.m. next Monday, March 29, 2021.
- If you need a new ballot, please email olmstedcountybarassociation@gmail.com.
Applications are being accepted through Friday, April 9, for our annual OCBA Scholarship.
- Each selected scholar will receive $2,500.00 to pursue their educational goals.
- All Olmsted County high school seniors graduating in 2021 are eligible to apply.
- Applications are available here: https://www.olmstedbar.com/news1/2021-scholarship-application?fbclid=IwAR31sKq9TEwGolvTyCgFWCnnohhoCKqQToTEwgKbWRtOnqHGUTHEJK7rvuQ.

Olmsted County Attorney's Office

The Olmsted County Attorney is seeking qualified attorneys to join his team of civil attorneys.
- Apply here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/olmsted/jobs/3011323/assistant-attorney?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs.
- Applications will be accepted through Wednesday, March 24.

Rochester City Attorney's Office

The Rochester City Attorney’s Office is currently seeking applications for an Attorney I position, primarily criminal in nature. Priority deadline to apply is March 28. Please include this posting in next week’s Weekly Announcements.

Link to application: Assistant City Attorney I

Have an announcement to share with your OCBA colleagues? Please email olmstedcountybarassociation@gmail.com before 8:00 p.m. the preceding Sunday. Announcements will be shared on the OCBA website and the OCBA Facebook page unless requested otherwise.

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March Meeting Documents

3/18/2021

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DFO Victim Services: A Review of the Past Five Years

3/15/2021

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2021 Scholarship Application

3/4/2021

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Applications are being accepted for the annual OCBA scholarship! This year we will be awarding scholarships to two Olmsted County high school seniors who plan to pursue a career in the legal profession or a related field. Each of the selected seniors will receive $2,500.00 to assist with educational expenses.

Applications are due on Friday, April 9.

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Weekly Announcements

2/22/2021

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OCBA

Voting on four separate action items starts today, February 22, 2021, and will continue through 11:59 p.m. next Monday, March 1, 2021.
- The link to the ballot was sent to your email.
- If you lost the link or have any questions or concerns, please email us at olmstedcountybarassociation@gmail.com.
Our next Bar meeting is at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 18.

LAOC

Mark your calendars for March 19 and 20! LAOC is partnering with Bleu Duck Kitchen to offer dinner packages for an early spring fundraiser.
- The menu options for the fundraiser are here: https://laocmn.org/tv-dinners/.
- You can place your orders here: https://laocmn.org/bleuduckkitchen/.

Minnesota Judicial Branch

Chief Justice Gildea issued a new order on February 18 regarding COVID-19 procedures.
- The new order will take effect Monday, March 15.
- Criminal jury trials will be permitted to occur in person effective that date.
- Civil jury trials will be permitted to occur in person if parties agree and with the Court's permission.
- The full text of the order is available here: https://www.mncourts.gov/mncourtsgov/media/CIOMediaLibrary/COVID-19/Order-021821.pdf.

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Meeting Documents for 2.11.2021

2/10/2021

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Weekly Announcements

2/8/2021

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OCBA

Please join us at 5:30 p.m. this Thursday, February 11, for our monthly member meeting!
- The meeting is available here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82221966309?pwd=YldRMHdWNjhHOTNzZFBiam5QYUROZz09
- Agenda, treasurer's report, and January minutes are available here: https://www.olmstedbar.com/news1/meeting-documents-for-2112021.
- We will discuss LAOC's 2021 funding request for $12,000.
- We will discuss the viability of establishing an OCBA foundation to support our philanthropic endeavors.
- Our guest speaker is Naquita Niles, Program Manager of Olmsted County's Diversity, Equity, and Outreach Program.
  - Read more about Ms. Niles and the program here: https://www.medcitybeat.com/news-blog/2020/niles-appointed-to-lead-olmsted-countys-outreach-program.
Michael Walters, our representative on the OCJC, reported the following from Olmsted County Public Health:
- Olmsted County businesses, including law firms and non-profit businesses, are encouraged to go to https://www.olmstedcounty.gov/covid/vaccine and click on “COVID-19 Vaccination Planning for Businesses” to file a vaccine planning form.
  - Private-sector attorneys who have a speedy jury trial scheduled are particularly encouraged to complete the form. This does not guarantee higher priority for vaccination, but it will allow public health authorities a more complete picture of the vaccination needs for in-person court.
  - Government-employed attorneys (public defenders, county attorneys, etc.) should not use this form; government law offices are working directly with public health authorities for distribution of vaccines.

Olmsted County District Court

The Bench and Court Administration have decided to extend the current suspension of in-person hearings through the end of May.
- Exceptions for jury trials will be granted in accordance with Chief Justice Gildea's order of January 21, 2021.
- The full text of that order is available here: https://mncourts.gov/mncourtsgov/media/CIOMediaLibrary/COVID-19/12121-Order.pdf.

Olmsted County Law Library

The Law Library has written a letter in support of LAOC's 2021 funding request.
- The request is up for discussion at the Bar meeting this Thursday, February 11.
- Read the letter here: https://www.olmstedbar.com/news1/law-library-supports-laoc-2021-funding-request
Need to do some legal research and prefer to research from your home office? The Olmsted County Law Library can help. Due to COVID we are able to procure a temporary Westlaw password for our patrons. If you’re interested, please contact us at (507) 218-3778 or staff@olmstedlawlibrary.com.

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Law Library Supports LAOC 2021 Funding Request

2/4/2021

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Weekly Announcements

1/25/2021

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OCBA

Our next Bar meeting is at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 11, via Zoom. Agenda items include:
- A discussion of LAOC's funding request for 2021 in the amount of $12,000; and
- A presentation from Naquita Niles, Program Manager for Olmsted County's new Diversity, Equity, and Outreach Program.
We are seeking volunteers to serve on our Scholarship Committee for 2020-21.
- Committee members review applications and assist in choosing scholarship recipients.
- Time commitment is nominal.
- If interested, please email Danielle DiFiore: danielle@carlandersonlaw.com

Olmsted County District Court

Chief Justice Gildea issued a new order on Thursday, January 21, regarding COVID restrictions on district court proceedings. The highlights are as follows:
- No new in-person criminal jury trials before March 15 unless an exception is granted by the district's chief judge because:
  - Speedy trial has been demanded,
  - Defendant is in custody, and
  - Case involves either a felony crime or non-felony person crime.
- No new in-person civil jury trials before March 15 unless an exception is granted by the district's chief judge with consultation and permission of the Chief Justice.
Additionally, the Olmsted County Bench has decided that all hearings, other than those meeting criteria for an exception, will be held remotely until March 31.

Grinde & Dicke Law Firm, P.A.

Grinde & Dicke is looking for the right lawyer to join their practice. This individual enjoys collaborating with others and concentrating in areas of law including family, criminal and civil law, and exploring other areas of interest. The right lawyer is interested in courtroom and ADR work and intends to remain in the SE MN region on a long-term basis. Experience or judicial clerkship, preferred. Competitive salary depending on experience. Benefits include 401K profit sharing, health insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, supplemental insurance and annual performance bonus. If you enjoy working in a collegial and flexible atmosphere please send a cover letter, resume and references to tami@grindelaw.com.
Grinde & Dicke also has a full-time paralegal position available. Candidates with family law experience are encouraged to apply. Excellent research, writing and computer skills are required. Benefits include 401K profit sharing, health insurance, life insurance, long term disability insurance, paid holidays, PTO, and annual performance bonus. If you enjoy working in a collegial and flexible atmosphere please send a cover letter, resume and references to tami@grindelaw.com.

Have an announcement to share with your OCBA colleagues? Please email olmstedcountybarassociation@gmail.com before 8:00 p.m. the preceding Sunday. Announcements will be shared here and linked to the OCBA Facebook page unless requested otherwise.

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