Christopher A. Neisen at a glance
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- Judge
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- Minnesota · State
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Christopher A. Neisen
Biography
Professional career
- He took the oath of office in Wabasha County Courtroom No. 2 in July 2018, succeeding Judge Walters, and was introduced by law partner Pat Goggins
- Employment: Partner, O’Neill, Traxler, Zard, Neisen & Morris, Ltd
- Employment: Managing Partner, Wornson, Goggins, Neisen, Morris & Brever, P.C
Education
- St. John’s University — B.A.
- University of Minnesota Law School — J.D.
Additional information
- Elected in 2020 and is currently running unopposed for re‐election in the November 3, 2026 general election for Seat 17 of the 3rd Judicial District
- Appointed/Elected: Appointed June 29, 2018, by Governor Mark Dayton.
- Appointed on June 29, 2018 by then-Governor Mark Dayton to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Terrence M. Walters.
- He was admitted to the Minnesota Bar in 1990
- Employment: City Prosecutor for City of New Prague
- Current term expires Jan.
- Employment: First Judicial District Child Support Magistrate
Applicable Court Rules & Procedures
Remote appearances
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Minnesota Judicial Branch remote-hearing guidance says recording or broadcasting a remote proceeding is not authorized except as provided by court rules.
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Recording and broadcasting
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Minnesota court guidance cites Rule 4 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice and says pictures or voice recordings are not allowed except the official court record.
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