As we released earlier in April, Mankato Web Design has begun work on the United States District Court Of Minnesota Website. Through this exciting project our team has started learning what components are crucial to a successful government website. Below are some tips we’ve learned thus far, as well as information for other United States District Courts interested in redesigning their existing websites.

For a “before” glance at the existing Minnesota District Court website click the link above, and be sure to check back for the completed product!

Design:  As with any website the overall design is extremely important, however is especially true with any government website. A clean, professional, easy-to-navigate website is crucial due to the large demographic of visitors. The design should be easy to understand whether the visitor is 9 or 90. Also, as some states have various district court websites (for example the Southern District of Texas or the Eastern District of Wisconsin) having a cohesive design throughout the various websites may give a more “grouped” feeling for the state.

Font Sizes: While all issues related to font are typically considered part of the design, having adjustable font sizes on your United State District Court websites is a great feature. Adjustable font sizes allow visitors to make the font as large or as small as they prefer in order to read content comfortably.

Organization: Organization of navigational elements, content, and text and media files must be considered when designing a government website. Unlike other websites where the goal is to market/sell a product or service, government websites are intended to inform visitors. Insuring your content is laid out in an organized way will help prevent visitors from becoming frustrated and ultimately help them gain the information they need quicker and more efficiently.

As design work continues on the Minnesota District Court website project we will  continue to keep our readers posted with more details, information, and tips. For those of our readers who are in different states please remember although Mankato Web Design is Minnesota based we can complete websites regardless of your location. Whether you are looking for an Arizona District Court Website, Florida District Court Website, New York District Court Website, or California District Court Website we have the experience and talent necessary to represent your state!