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Governor Phil Scott yesterday announced the appointment of Jessica Seman of Reading as Family Division Magistrate serving the southeastern region of the state and Patricia Gabel of Stowe as Assistant Judge in Lamoille County. “Both Patricia and Jessica have demonstrated a strong commitment to public service throughout their careers,” said Governor Phil Scott. “I believe…
Vermont Public Defender Mary Kay Lanthier was confirmed by the US Senate yesterday (Sept. 11) to be the next US District Court judge for the District of Vermont. She will join Chief Judge Christina Reiss on Vermont’s federal bench. Lanthier will primarily preside in U.S. District Court in Rutland with Reiss continuing in in Burlington.…
Vermont notary commissions will expire at the end of January 2025. The Office of Professional Regulation of the Secretary of State’s Office has mandated that for non-attorney notaries who are not otherwise exempt, a minimum of one hour of relevant continuing education must be completed and documented prior to re-commissioning. See the Administrative Rules…
There can be no argument: Communication is key. In 2024, that means access to broadband and cell service. The need for expanded, cutting-edge communications coverage in Vermont is critical for health, safety, education, and the economy. According to the Department of Public Service, in 2020, 71% of calls to E911 in Vermont were made…
Constitution Day is an annual celebration to mark the day in 1787 when the delegates to the Constitutional Convention signed the U.S. Constitution in Philadelphia. In Vermont, the occasion has been marked by a gathering of legal experts, students, and the public at Vermont Law and Graduate School to talk about major issues facing…
The Caledonia Courthouse in St. Johnsbury will be closing at 3pm today, Thursday, July 11 due to flooding. Please email the Caledonia Superior Court at caledoniaunit@vtcourts.gov with any questions or call 1-802-748-6600. Thank you.
This just in from the Judiciary. What attorneys need to know about using the courtroom TVs to display evidence: MEMO TO: Vermont Bar Association FROM: Andy Campbell, Digital Content Manager, Vermont Judiciary DATE: June 6, 2024 SUBJECT: Information about evidence sharing cables in Vermont courtrooms Most Vermont courtrooms are now equipped with evidence sharing…
When U.S. District Court Judge Geoffrey Crawford announced his intention to retire from the federal bench in Vermont last year, the VBA worked with the offices of Senators Bernie Sanders and Peter Welch to convene a joint Judicial Nomination Advisory Panel to screen candidates and make recommendations to the senators, who made a final recommendation…
Do you and a client have a disagreement about your billed attorney’s fees? The VBA offers free services to resolve disputes over an attorney’s billed fees. The free services include both mediation and arbitration, and are provided by the VBA Fee Dispute Committee (f/k/a the Fee Arbitration Committee) (the “Committee”) to those who choose to…
MONTPELIER, Vermont – The Vermont Bar Association joins the American Bar Association in condemning the continued attacks on judges and other members of our judicial system. The VBA is a non-profit and non-partisan organization that is committed to robust civil discourse and the exercise of First Amendment rights – but we will not, and…