Bench

Unexpected Vacancy: U.S. District Judge Joshua Kindred Steps Down from Alaska Bench

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Anchorage, Alaska – In a sudden yet quiet departure, U.S. District Court Judge Joshua Kindred has resigned from his position in Alaska. His resignation, set to take effect on July 8, was confirmed through a posting on the court’s website though no formal press release was issued. Appointed in 2019 by then-President Donald Trump, Kindred has served the District of Alaska following a career path that bridges both the legal and the oil industries. He earned his law degree from Willamette University College of Law in 2005, after completing his undergraduate studies at the University … Read more

Judge Melissa R. DuBose’s Historic Approval Paves the Way for Diversity on Rhode Island’s Federal Bench

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Providence, Rhode Island – The U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary has given its approval to the nomination of District Court Judge Melissa R. DuBose to the federal bench. With a vote of 12-9, mainly along party lines, DuBose is now one step closer to taking the U.S. District Court seat relinquished by Judge William E. Smith. If the nomination is confirmed by the full Senate, DuBose will make history as Rhode Island’s first person of color and LGBTQ+ judge. DuBose’s nomination was put forward by President Joe Biden in January, following the recommendation of … Read more

Mississippi Resident Andrew S. Harris Appointed as New U.S. Magistrate Judge, Bringing Extensive Legal Expertise to the Federal Bench

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Jackson, Miss. – Andrew S. Harris has been named as the successor to U.S. Magistrate Judge F. Keith Ball in the Northern Division at Jackson by the United States District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi judges. The transition is set to take place on March 1, according to a press release from the court. Harris, a resident of Mississippi for 37 years, has a strong background in law and a deep connection to the state. He earned his B.A. from Millsaps College in 2007 and graduated with top honors from the University of … Read more

Judge Robert Adrian Dismissed from Bench for Blatant Violations: Illinois Courts Commission Takes Action

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QUINCY, IL – An Illinois judge has been dismissed from the bench following a ruling by the Illinois Courts Commission on allegations of judicial misconduct. Eighth Judicial Circuit Judge Robert Adrian faced a hearing regarding his potential misconduct, and after nearly three months of deliberation, the commission decided to remove him from his position. This latest development raises concerns about the integrity of the judicial system and the impact of such violations on the administration of justice. The commission’s ruling document, spanning over thirty pages, outlines the various criteria used to determine appropriate sanctions for … Read more