Welcome to the Minnesota Chapter of ALA

A chapter of the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA). ALAMN currently has a membership of over 200 legal administrators and legal professionals dedicated to enhancing their career through education and networking.

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Members say they find no better resource for professional development, continuing education opportunities, guidance in technology issues, personal motivation, and professional support than the Association of Legal Administrators Minnesota. It is the members themselves that make ALAMN such an invaluable resource. We invite your active participation in this dynamic association.

Is your firm looking for solutions?

Whether it’s banking, moving, remodeling, insurance, software, staffing, swag, payroll, cybersecurity and so much more—we've got your covered. Come chat with our ALAMN Business Partners at the 2025 ALAMN Education Conference.

They are ready to help legal professionals like you connect with trusted resources to meet your firm's evolving needs.

Plus play along for a chance to win prizes in Expo Bingo and Meaningful Conversations between 11-12 pm!

Conference Information & Registration

2025 - 2026 Board of Directors

The following slate has officially been APPROVED and the Nominating Committee is happy to announce the Board of Directors for 2025 – 2026.

OFFICE	ELECTED BOARD MEMBER
President	Bernie Theis
Past President	Vanessa Kahn
President-Elect	Jessica Johnson
Communications Director	Melissa Johnson
Membership Director	Nancy Lewer
Education Director	Gayle Hildahl
Administrative Director	Rebecca Doyle
Finance Director	Suzette Allaire

Check out ALAMN's Latest Article in Minnesota Lawyer

CLICK HERE to read the article, "The Best Leadership Lessons I Learned from My Mom" by Laura J. Broomell, CLM which was recently published in Minnesota Lawyer.

2025 Business Partner Sponsorship Program

The ALAMN 2025 Business Partner Sponsorship Program is OPEN!

2023 Unsung Legal Hero: ALAMN

The ALAMN Board is pleased to share that the ALAMN Chapter has been selected as an 2023 Unsung Legal Hero by Minnesota Lawyer.

This award is given to professionals in the legal industry who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and contribution to the legal field, but do not often receive public recognition for their work. Thank you to all of the current and past volunteers for your exceptional work ethic and dedication to elevating the legal administration profession for all!