Dean of Students

If, after enrollment, you recall or are made aware of an incident that you should have disclosed upon application, you are required to disclose this information to the school.

Online Student Amendment Form

Students who enroll at Mitchell Hamline are required to disclose violations of the law until graduation from Mitchell Hamline. There are two exceptions: (1) parking violations do not need to be reported; and (2) moving violations that do not involve drugs or alcohol do not need to be reported.  Note: Parking or moving violations that indicate a pattern of conduct should be disclosed.  Generally, a single incident during your law school career falls within the exceptions.

Student Update Form

Dean LeMoine can help with bar application and character and fitness questions.

Mitchell Hamline encourages students and landlords to use the hashtag #GreatForMitchellHamlineStudents on craigslist.org.

Find and list rental property

Earn part of your law degree while living in a foreign country. As a student of Mitchell Hamline, you can choose from several summer, J-term, or semester-abroad programs.

Study Abroad

Although Mitchell Hamline School of Law does not provide health insurance, there are some external resources available for those seeking health insurance coverage: Health insurance information for students

Parking Passes and Bus Passes

There are a limited number of parking spaces available on campus for student parking. Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Bus Passes are available at a discounted price for Mitchell Hamline students.

Student lockers in the basement near the bookstore are available on a first-come, first-served basis. No fee is required. Students must provide their own lock.

Student locker guidelines

1. 1. All lockers are the property of the school. Lockers are made available for students’ convenience as space is available. Students may not use more than one locker.
   2. The law school reserves the right to open a locker with or without consent in instances where this policy is being violated or in an emergency.
   3. The law school is not responsible for lost or stolen property.
   4. The law school reserves the right to determine what may be kept in a locker. No flammable materials, chemicals, explosives, or weapons of any kind are permitted in lockers.
   5. No perishable items should be stored in lockers.
   6. Nothing may be affixed on the inside or outside of a student locker.
   7. Lockers are available for temporary student use during the academic year. Student lockers are located on the second and third floors of the law school.
   8. Lockers are available for individual student use on a first come first served basis. Any student wishing to use a locker may do so by placing a lock on the locker of their choice.
   9. Student lockers must be cleaned out at the end of spring semester within 3 days after the last day of the finals period. After this time, any remaining locks and personal items will be removed and discarded.

Student organization lockers

1. 1. Lockers are available for student organization use during the academic year. Student organizations are provided with a magnetic sign identifying the organization that must be placed on the outside of the locker. Unidentified or abandoned lockers will be emptied, and contents discarded after notice to the organization leaders, if known.
   2. One locker is available per student organization. Additional lockers may be used if space and availability permit.
   3. Student organizations wishing to store materials too large for lockers should contact Student.Services@mitchellhamline.edu for assistance.

Book lists will be found on the Canvas page for each course.

Find book lists online

Once you choose the course names, you will be asked to select the section number.  Be sure to buy the exact edition of the book listed, older editions will vary greatly and page numbers will not be the same as the edition your professor lists.

The bookstore is located in the lower level of the school. Stairs leading down from the commons/food area will take you to the bookstore.

Sign up for text and email alerts after logging in to the campus portal, under the IT tab.

The demands of law school can place stress on individuals, relationships, and work and academic performance.

Initial consultations and subsequent counseling is free for Mitchell Hamline students.

Counseling Services is designed to provide short-term counseling.  If longer-term services are required, your Mitchel Hamline counselor will refer you to providers in the community for ongoing care.

Counseling Services can also provide assessments and referrals when appropriate. Discussions are confidential and can be reflective of personal concerns as well as those of an academic nature. Students use Counseling Services for normal life concerns as well as feeling of crisis. The therapists are experienced and licensed professionals, not otherwise connected with Mitchell Hamline School of Law.

Counseling is available a variety of days and times.  If you would like to speak to a counselor, you may schedule by clicking the Make an appointment button. If the counseling times offered are not workable for you, please email counseling@mitchellhamline.edu for possible alternatives. Counseling sessions are held remotely using a secure telehealth system.

For students outside of Minnesota: different states may have different laws regarding tele-counseling across state boundaries. When you speak to your counselor, please inform them where you are located so such laws can be confirmed. Please see our Out-of-State webpage to see which counselor you should choose for support. If your state does not permit out-of-state tele-counseling, your  counselor can discuss options for referrals.

Counseling Services

Minnesota State Bar Examination Subjects and Comparable Mitchell Hamline Subjects
Current application materials, rules, and other related bar examination Information for Minnesota can be found at ble.state.mn.us.  Information about other jurisdictions can be found here:  ncbex.org/exams/ube.
Multistate Professional Responsibility Exam
The Multistate Professional Responsibility Exam (MPRE) is required for admission to the bar in most states. Students should check with the board of law examiners in the state in which they plan to seek admission to the bar. Passing scores, which are established by each jurisdiction, are subject to change.For more information on the MPRE, visit the NCBE website here: https://www.ncbex.org/exams/mpre. If you have further questions on the MPRE, you can contact NCBE here: https://www.ncbex.org/contact. 

Dean LeMoine can help with bar application and character and fitness questions.

To sit for a bar exam, a student must complete all requirements necessary for graduation, including payment in full of one’s student account and maintenance of a current balance on all Perkins loan accounts from the law school. A student also must submit a bar certification from the school.

The following is a list of State Bar Examination administrators for states in the region:

Minnesota Board of Law Examiners

180 E. 5th Street Suite 950
Saint Paul, MN 55101

651-297-1857
fax: 651-297-1196

Minnesota Board or Legal Examiners

Other states

See the National Conference of Bar Examiners

Mitchell Hamline School of Law Commencement

Anytime Fitness

Anytime Fitness at 1059 Grand Ave offers Mitchell Hamline students, staff, and faculty reduced membership rates as well as reduced sign up fees. You must show your Mitchell ID at time of enrollment in order to receive this discount.

Please contact Liza Lomax, General Manager, at 651-340-2811 with questions.

Statera

Mitchell Hamline School of Law students receive a discounted joiner fee at Statera, a health and fitness club located approximately one mile from Mitchell Hamline at 755 Selby Ave. in St. Paul. To contact Statera about membership, call 651-225-4737.

Support During Pregnancy and Childbirth

The law school prohibits discrimination based on parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, lactation; medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, or lactation; or recovery from pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, lactation, or related medical conditions in all its educational programs and activities pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

The law school engages in an interactive process with pregnant and parenting students to identify reasonable modifications that are appropriate for each person’s circumstances. Any modifications are made on a case-by-case basis depending on the needs of the individual and may include (but are not limited to) exam or assignment variances, assistance with course load and scheduling, classroom modifications, remote access, and/or class recordings for absences related to pregnancy or childbirth. You can also visit the U.S. Department of Education’s Know Your Rights – Title IX guide to learn more.

Please contact the Dean of Students and Deputy Title IX Coordinator, at lynn.lemoine@mitchellhamline.edu if you would like to discuss pregnancy-related modifications, or to learn more about other supports available to all students who are current or expectant parents. You can reach out at any time during your/your partner’s pregnancy, but it is recommended to do so as early as you feel is appropriate.

For law school faculty, administrators, and staff who are pregnant and/or parenting, please consult the Office of Human Resources (hr@mitchellhamline.edu).

Lactation Rooms

Mitchell Hamline supports lactating parents who return to school/work and continue to breastfeed their child by maintaining private spaces where lactating parents can feed their child or express milk. Lactating parents, including faculty, staff, students, and guests, can use these lactation rooms.

Mitchell Hamline School of Law has two dedicated lactation rooms. The first is in room 157 on the first floor. The second is in room 202 on the second floor. Both rooms may be locked for privacy and are equipped with a comfortable chair, an electrical outlet, and a table or counter, as well as sanitary wipes, and a refrigerator.

Access to the lactation rooms is open on a first-come, first-served basis. If any scheduling conflicts arise, please contact Lynn LeMoine, Dean of Students and Deputy Title IX Coordinator, at lynn.lemoine@mitchellhamline.edu.

Parenting & Caregiver Support

Students who are parents or caregivers at Mitchell Hamline School of Law should feel free to utilize law school resources to handle issues that may arise. All requests for supportive measures from pregnant and parenting students will be considered consistent with the law school’s attendance policy and technical standards.

Short-Term Absences

For short-term absences from classes due to unforeseen extraordinary circumstances, such as a child becoming ill or childcare falling through, students should follow the process in their course syllabus as they would for any other short-term absence such as for appointments or illness. Guidance will vary depending on the course. Students may also contact their academic advisor for assistance with short-term absences or extensions.

Long-Term Absences

For more long-term issues, such as a student’s or child’s or ongoing health issue related to which requires a student to miss an extensive amount of class time or deliverables, the student should reach out to the Dean of Students (lynn.lemoine@mitchellhamline.edu) to determine the best course of action.

Course Scheduling

For assistance with scheduling required courses and planning your academic progress as a parenting student, please contact Academic Affairs at academicaffairs@mitchellhamline.edu.

Community Support

Parents and Caregivers Attending Law School (PALS) is a student organization designed to support parents, future parents, and caregivers navigating the challenging, yet rewarding, journey of law school. Welcoming all types of families, PALS offers peer support, resources, and information to help members balance their academic and caregiving duties. For more information on how to get involved, contact Student Services at student.services@mitchellhamline.edu.