Missouri Governor ? Michael L. Parson

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE?

August 2, 2024

Governor Parson Announces Four Judicial Appointments

(JEFFERSON CITY, MO) ? Today, Governor Mike Parson announced judicial appointments to the 13th, 19th, 22nd, and 27th Judicial Circuits.

Benjamin J. Miller, of Holts Summit, was appointed as Circuit Judge for the 13th Judicial Circuit.

Mr. Miller serves as the Callaway County Prosecuting Attorney. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in history from Palm Beach Atlantic University and a Juris Doctor from Regent University. He will fill the newly-created position in the circuit.

The Honorable Christopher K. Limbaugh, of Jefferson City, was appointed as Circuit Judge for the 19th Judicial Circuit.

Judge Limbaugh serves as an associate circuit judge for the 19th Judicial Circuit. He holds Bachelors of Arts in psychology and anthropology from Southern Methodist University and a Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri?Columbia. He will fill the newly-created position in the circuit.

Patrick E. Richmond, of St. Louis, was appointed as Associate Circuit Judge for the 22nd Judicial Circuit.

Mr. Richmond serves as an assistant prosecuting attorney in St. Louis County. He holds a Bachelor of Science in biology and a Juris Doctor from St. Louis University. He will fill the vacancy created by appointment of the Honorable David A. Roither as Circuit Judge.

Blane Baker, of Lowry City, was appointed as Associate Circuit Judge for St. Clair County in the 27th Judicial Circuit.

Mr. Baker is a partner at Baker Law Firm, L.L.C. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in business administration from the University of Missouri?Kansas City and a Juris Doctor from the University of Tulsa. He will fill the vacancy created by the passing of the Honorable Jeremiah J. Rellihan.

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