Governor Parson Announces Two Judicial Appointments

From: Missouri Governor Mike Parson
August 23, 2024

Jefferson City - On August 23, 2024, Governor Mike Parson announced judicial appointments to the 21st and 22nd Judicial Circuits.

The Honorable Lorne J. Baker, of University City, was appointed as Circuit Judge for the 21st Judicial Circuit.

Judge Baker serves as an associate circuit judge in the 21st Judicial Circuit. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in political science from the University of Michigan and a Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri–Columbia. He will fill the vacancy created by the retirement of the Honorable Jospeh L. Walsh III.

The Honorable Heather J. Hays, of St. Louis, was appointed as Circuit Judge for the 22nd Judicial Circuit.

Judge Hays serves as an associate circuit judge in the 22nd Judicial Circuit. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in political science and a Juris Doctor from St. Louis University. She will fill the vacancy created by the retirement of the Honorable Rex M. Burlison.

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