Gov. Evers Appoints Alex Seifert as Forest County District Attorney
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Alex Seifert to serve as Forest County District Attorney. The appointment fills a vacancy created by District Attorney Charles J. Simono’s resignation. Seifert will serve for the remainder of the unexpired term that ends January 2025.
“Alex Seifert is an experienced attorney who is committed to public service, having served both his country and his community,” said Gov. Evers. “He will serve the people of Forest County well.”
Prior to his legal career, Seifert served his country in the Wisconsin National Guard and the United States Army. He first joined the National Guard in 1998 and was deployed to Iraq from 2003 to 2004. After earning his bachelor’s degree, he enlisted in the United States Army in 2008, serving as a diesel mechanic, and was deployed to Afghanistan from 2011 to 2012.
“I am pleased to know that Attorney Alex Seifert has been appointed as Forest County District Attorney,” said Forest County Circuit Court Judge Leon Stenz. “During his term as Assistant District Attorney, he has demonstrated the skill and competency necessary to protect and serve the citizens of Forest County. His character and adherence to his ethical and moral obligations will contribute to a fair and effective criminal justice system. The citizens of Forest County will be well served by District Attorney Alex Seifert.”
“I would like to thank Governor Evers for giving me this opportunity to serve the people of Forest County as the district attorney,” said Seifert. “Having been in the office for over four years, I’m confident the transition will be seamless. I look forward to serving the citizens of Forest County.”
A photo of Seifert is available here.
An online version of this release is available here.
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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