Welcomes

Santa Barbara Welcomes New Attorney Olivia Wilson Amid Griffith & Thornburgh’s Centennial Celebration

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Santa Barbara, Calif. – In a ceremonial courtroom atmosphere, the local legal community welcomed its newest member early this month, as Olivia Wilson took the oath of office, administered by Superior Court Judge Thomas Anderle. This swearing-in event, held on December 12, marked a significant career milestone for Wilson, recently minted from Pepperdine Caruso School of Law. Olivia Wilson, whose academic journey included a rigorous program at the University of Southern California before completing her law degree, is joining the prestigious team at Griffith & Thornburgh LLP. Situated in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara … Read more

Jackson County Welcomes Veteran Attorney as New Probate Judge, Boasting 33 Years of Legal Expertise

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Jackson, MI — Jackson County welcomes Allison Bates as its new probate judge, bringing with her a robust 33-year tenure in the legal field. Bates, who assumes her new role after being appointed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer, steps into the position following the retirement of Judge Diane Rappleye earlier this year. Bates’ extensive experience as an attorney in private practice emphasized her expertise in family law, civil litigation, and probate matters, making her a fitting successor to manage the sensitive and complex issues that often come before the probate court. Throughout her career, she has … Read more

Minnesota Judicial District Welcomes New Judges, Strengthening Legal Landscape in Park Rapids and Grand Rapids

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St. Paul, Minnesota — In a significant judicial reshuffling, Clearwater County Attorney Kathryn Lorsbach and Kimberly Wimmer, Executive Vice President and General Counsel of TruStar Federal Credit Union, were appointed to the Ninth Judicial District bench on Thursday. The appointments fill the void left by the retirement of Judge Robert D. Tiffany and Judge Korey Wahwassuck in the districts of Park Rapids and Grand Rapids, respectively. The selection of Lorsbach and Wimmer came after a thorough vetting process by the Minnesota Commission on Judicial Selection, which presented four candidates for consideration. Ultimately, Governor Tim Walz … Read more

Yankees’ Aaron Judge Welcomes Bigger Contract for Juan Soto, Prioritizes Team Strength Over Salary Concerns

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New York – In the wake of his unanimous selection for a second AL MVP award, New York Yankees’ outfielder Aaron Judge made it clear that he wouldn’t mind if teammate Juan Soto landed a bigger contract than his own recent nine-year, $360 million deal. Judge, focused on team success, expressed indifference toward salary comparisons within the roster. “As long as we are bringing in the best talent and maximizing our team’s potential, I’m satisfied,” Judge remarked, emphasizing the pursuit of championship-caliber play over financial figures. Judge’s sentiment comes amid speculation about Soto’s ongoing free … Read more