Governor Seeks Judicial Candidates for the Maine District Court

For Immediate Release: October 1, 2015 Media Contact: Peter Steele, Communications Director, peter.a.steele@maine.gov

AUGUSTA – Governor Paul R. LePage today announced that his Judicial Selection Committee will continue to accept applications for vacancies on the Maine District Court.

Applications will be accepted until October 16, 2015.

“I take great pride in the process to select outstanding members of the Maine Bar who are expected to fill these important roles within our justice system,” said Governor LePage. “I have great respect for the Judicial Branch of Government and look forward to selecting candidates of the highest ethical, legal and intellectual caliber to fill these positions on the bench."

The Governor’s Judicial Selection Committee will accept applications until October 16, 2015. All inquiries and applications materials are to be directed to John McGough, Chief of Staff.

Interested individuals who have submitted an application since July 1, 2014 to the present need not reapply to be considered for these vacancies. Individuals who may have submitted applications prior to July 1, 2014 and who wish to be considered for the current openings should send a letter of interest or other transmittal indicating their continued interest in the position.

Application materials are online at http://www.maine.gov/governor/lepage/administration/appointments/process.shtml