The specialty field of Real Property Law is the practice of law in Minnesota dealing with matters relating to real property transactions including but not limited to, real estate conveyances, title searches, leases, condominiums, mortgages, and other liens, property taxes, real estate development, real estate financing, and determination of property rights, all with consideration to related fields of law.
Frequently asked Questions about the exam
When is the exam? 8:30 am on Saturday, February 24, 2018. The
deadline for applying is February 1, 2018. The Standards and an Initial
Application can be found at www.mnbar.org/certify.
Exam will be offered at the MSBA offices and in Duluth (if there is enough
interest).
How long is the exam? 4 hours.
What will be on it? Five short answer essay question and fewer
than 40 multiple choice questions.
Who grades the exams? Each essay will be graded against the
model answers by a Certification Board member.
Do I need to be a member of the MSBA? No, membership in the
MSBA is not required of certified specialists.
How many attorneys are MSBA Certified Real Property Law Specialists?
Currently there are 341.
For more information contact Jessica Thomas at 612-278-6318
or at jthomas@mnbar.org.