Business People: Kenya Bodden to lead Minnesota State Bar Association

July 6, 2026 - 00:03

The Minnesota State Bar Association has named Kenya Bodden as its incoming president, with the term set to begin on July 1. Bodden currently serves as a legal risk manager at Amazon, bringing a corporate legal perspective to the state's leading attorney organization. His leadership background includes a previous term as the 2022-2023 president of the Ramsey County Bar Association, where he focused on increasing access to legal services and supporting diversity within the profession.

Bodden's election marks a shift for the MSBA, as the organization continues to adapt to changes in the legal industry, including the rise of remote work and evolving client expectations. In his new role, he is expected to prioritize initiatives that address lawyer well-being, equity in the justice system, and the integration of technology into legal practice. The MSBA represents thousands of attorneys across Minnesota, and Bodden's experience in both public service and a major tech company's legal department positions him to bridge traditional practice with modern demands. His presidency comes at a time when bar associations nationwide are grappling with declining membership and the need to demonstrate value to a younger generation of lawyers.