ALLEN CO. – The Allen County Judicial Nominating Commission announced three finalists to fill an upcoming vacancy created by Judge David Avery’s retirement.
- Mag. Brian D. Cook
- Mag. Jason C. Custer
- Mag. Michael Douglass
On September 25, the commission, chaired by Supreme Court Justice Christopher Goff, interviewed six candidates. After deliberating in an executive session, the commission publicly voted to send the three finalists to the governor.
According to Indiana law, the commission must submit to the governor “the three most highly qualified candidates” for appointment when a vacancy arises. Upon receiving the list, Governor Holcomb has 60 days to make an appointment to the Allen Superior Court.
Details on the commission, including membership, are online.
