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Originally presented: December 18, 2025 | Course length: 2.0 hours
For 50 years, Black lawyers in Minnesota have shaped history, fought for justice, and broken barriers in the legal profession. The Black Lawyer in Minnesota: 1973 to 2023 is a powerful and comprehensive retrospective that chronicles their impact, struggles, and triumphs.
This book features in-depth profiles of trailblazers like Alan Page, Minnesota’s first Black Supreme Court justice, Pamela Alexander, who made landmark rulings on racial disparities, and Keith Ellison, who led the prosecution of Derek Chauvin in the George Floyd trial. It explores the formation of key legal organizations, the fight for diversity in law, and the legal battles that redefined justice.
With compelling narratives, historical insights, and never-before-told stories, this book is essential reading for legal professionals, history enthusiasts, and those passionate about racial justice.
WELCOME & INTRODUCTION (5 MINUTES)
The Black Lawyer in Minnesota – 1973 to 2023: A Story of Firsts and Those Who Made a Difference (120 MINUTES)
An opportunity to hear directly from author Jeffrey A. Hassan regarding his book of the same title. Hear stories and in-depth profiles of trailblazers like Alan Page, Minnesota’s first Black Supreme Court justice, Pamela Alexander, who made landmark rulings on racial disparities, and Keith Ellison, who led the prosecution of Derek Chauvin in the George Floyd trial. Explore the formation of key legal organizations, the fight for diversity in law, and the legal battles that redefined justice.
– Jeffrey A. Hassan
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Minnesota CLE is applying to the Minnesota State Board of CLE for 2.0 elimination of bias credits. The maximum number of total credits attendees may claim for this program is 2.0 credits.
Depending on the jurisdiction in which you practice, you may or may not be able to claim credit for viewing this on demand seminar. Please check with your licensing agency for accreditation information.
