Governor Nominates Joyce A. Wheeler to Maine Superior Court

Governor Nominates Joyce A. Wheeler to Maine Superior Court

Governor John Baldacci today nominated Joyce A. Wheeler of Kittery to the Maine Superior Court. Wheeler currently serves on the District Court in York.

"Joyce Wheeler will bring an extensive breadth of experience and knowledge to the Maine Superior Court," said Governor Baldacci. "She has distinguished herself as an advocate for victims of domestic violence and is an authority on family law. She will make an outstanding addition to the Superior Court."

Judge Wheeler has served as the vice president of the Maine Trial Judges Association. Prior to her appointment to the bench, she practiced law, taught at the University of Maine School of Law and served as counsel for the University of Maine System.

Wheeler earned a B.A. and an M.A. at Boston University. She received her law degree from Boston College.

Upon appointment, Wheeler will be replacing Justice John Atwood, who is retiring.

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