Gov. Evers Appoints Jenna Gill as Lafayette County Circuit Court Judge, Seeks Applicants for Lafayette County District Attorney
MADISON — Gov. Evers today announced his appointment of Jenna Gill to the Lafayette County Circuit Court. The appointment fills a vacancy created by the passing of Judge Duane M. Jorgensen. She will complete a term ending July 31, 2025.
“Jenna Gill has shown a deep commitment to both public service and her community,” said Gov. Evers. “She will serve the people of Lafayette County well as their next circuit court judge.”
“As a retired and reserve Lafayette County Circuit Court Judge, I have had the opportunity to work with Jenna where she has presented as knowledgeable on the law and a good litigator, but more importantly, she displays an attitude of fairness with a patient demeanor,” said retired Lafayette County Circuit Court Judge William D. Johnston. “As a hard-working district attorney, mother, and public servant, she is capable and ready to assume and carry out the position of Lafayette County Circuit Court Judge.”
Gill was born and raised in Lafayette County and is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin–Madison and the William Mitchell College of Law. During her time as district attorney, she worked with Judge Jorgensen and the Lafayette County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council to successfully develop a treatment court for Lafayette County.
“I am humbled and deeply honored to accept the appointment to be likely the first female Lafayette County Circuit Court Judge,” said Gill. “I am extremely grateful for the encouragement and support of my legal community, friends, and family. I remain committed to exemplifying the values our community holds while ensuring a fair and efficient court system as I continue to serve the people of Lafayette County.”
Gov. Evers also announced that he is seeking applicants for Lafayette County District Attorney. The appointment will fill the vacancy created by Jenna Gill’s appointment to the Lafayette County Circuit Court. The new district attorney will serve for the remainder of the unexpired term that ends January 2025.
To apply, please email a completed application form and supporting materials to GovDAapp@wisconsin.gov. Applications must be received by 5 p.m. on Mon., July 1, 2024.
The application is available on the “Apply to Serve” page of Gov. Evers’ website at: www.evers.wi.gov.
For questions about the appointment process, please contact the Governor’s Office of Legal Counsel at (608) 266-1212.
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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