Conor Kennelly, JD
About Me
I grew up in Fargo, went to college in the Twin Cities, law school in Grand Forks, and now live in Bismarck with my wife and seven children. My profession is in the law. In my day job, I serve as a career law clerk to United States District Judge Daniel Traynor. I also have experience prosecuting crimes in state court. Here at the University of Mary, I am an adjunct instructor in the business department and teach courses in business law. Other than that, I play rhythm banjo and sing for the band Asher, and I enjoy cooking, reading, and poetry.
Why I’m At MaryI'm at Mary because it takes Catholicism seriously and expects it to permeate the entire curriculum.
Expertise
Federal law clerks have to be generalists by nature. So, my area of expertise is the law generally. But we deal with everything from torts, contracts, and business disputes, to federal crimes and major constitutional issues.
Education
JD: University of North Dakota, 2015
BA (Philosophy & Catholic Studies): University of St. Thomas (St. Paul), 2009