Four finalists named for Minnesota appeals court
Gov. Tim Walz’s judicial selection panel recommended Stephanie Beckman, Lisa Beane, Liz Kramer and Anne Rasmusson for two upcoming Minnesota Court of Appeals vacancies, per a Nov. 24 release. The seats open upon the retirements of Judges Louise Dovre Bjorkman and Randall J. Slieter; one is an at‑large position and the other is designated for the 7th Congressional District.
📌 Key Facts
- Finalists: Stephanie Beckman (Chief Judge, 8th Judicial District), Lisa Beane (Senior Associate General Counsel, UMN), Liz Kramer (Minnesota Solicitor General), Anne Rasmusson (Assistant Chief Judge, 9th Judicial District)
- Vacancies arise with retirements of Judges Louise Dovre Bjorkman and Randall J. Slieter
- Seats: one at‑large, one designated for Minnesota’s 7th Congressional District; recommendations came from the Governor’s merit selection panel