FAQ

When will the MSBA host the day-long CLE in my area?
We will host a one-day CLE in each of the 8 outstate judicial districts so we are sure to be somewhere near you.  Check the calendar to learn what day.

What is the cost?
The daily registration fee in 2012 is $30 ($50 for non-MSBA members) in the eight outstate districts. Day 9 registration is $40 ($80 for non-MSBA members) or $85 for CLE and the Presidents' Reception.

That includes CLE credits, a continental breakfast, lunch and a break.

How many credits will I get?
Approximately 6 CLE credits.  Check the individual web pages for details.

Are Ethics or Elimination of Bias credits offered?
Ethics credits are being offered most days.

May I attend more than one day?  Will the programs/credits be the same?
You may attend more than one day.  The CLE programming for each district was designed based on input from MSBA members practicing in that district so each will be different (although there may be some overlap).  Check out the scheduled programs detailed on the website.

Why change the ‘old’ Convention?
After reviewing data on recent statewide MSBA Conventions and highly successful Bench/Bar Conferences, the MSBA Assembly voted to merge them to create a new convention format that will reach many more members. In 2011, 1,327 lawyers participated in Nine Days in June compared to 225 at the 'old' convention in 2009.

How do I get there?
Links to venue information are provided on the individual district web pages.

Is there free parking?
The majority of the district venues have free parking. Unfortunately, there is no free parking for Day 9 (the statewide event) in Saint Paul on June 28. 

Is there internet access at the location?
Most of the venues will have internet access.  If you have a specific need, please check with the MSBA staff.

Cancellation Policy: Refunds will be processed for cancellations received 48 hours prior to the CLE. Requests should be directed to Jennifer Carter at jcarter@mnbar.org. Cancellation requests received after this time are not eligible for refunds. You may send a colleague in your place if you are unable to attend and the deadline has passed.

CLE Handout Materials will be posted on the website approximately ten days prior to each judicial district's meeting. Hardcopies of handouts will not be available on site. If you would like to have materials at the CLE sessions, please bring them with you.

Teleconference or Webcast participation will not be available.