Court of Appeals Nominating Commission Announces Application Deadline for Court of Appeals Vacancy

From: Kansas Governor Laura Kelly
December 3, 2024

TOPEKA – The Court of Appeals Nominating Commission on Tuesday announced the application deadline for individuals interested in applying for the impending vacancy to be created by the retirement of Judge Henry Green, Jr.

Applications will be due by 5:00 p.m. Monday, Jan. 6, 2025. Individuals should contact [email protected] for application materials. The interview days and schedule will be announced at a later date.

Governor Kelly signed Executive Order #20-01 on Jan. 28, 2020, establishing the Court of Appeals Nominating Commission. Under Kansas law, the governor appoints judges to the Court of Appeals subject to confirmation by the Senate. The Commission will review each applicant’s background and qualifications, conduct interviews, and then submit three nominees for the governor to consider.

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