Mary Jane Fate was known for her advocacy for the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, and her leadership of the Alaska Federation of Natives and the Fairbanks Native Association. Fate had many “firsts” at a formative time in Alaska’s history.
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Court clerk writes Alaska chief justice has no bias in Recall Dunleavy case
The court clerk offered an explanation as to why Alaska Supreme Court Chief Justice Joel Bolger made public statements related to two of the four listed grounds for recalling Gov. Mike Dunleavy.
Alaska Supreme Court Justice Craig Stowers to retire
After more than a decade on the Alaska Supreme Court, Justice Craig Stowers is stepping down. The Alaska Judicial Council will take applications for his replacement through Feb. 14.
Chief justice: Dunleavy must choose a judge from Alaska Judicial Council’s list
Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s decision not to select anyone for a judicial vacancy puts the state in uncharted waters.
New Superior Court Judge Amy Gurton Mead takes oath, dons robe in ceremony
A formal ceremony was held Oct. 26 for the former Juneau city attorney. The new Superior Court judge was sworn in officially back in late August.
What does recidivism mean anyway?
When a person gets out of jail, the process is called re-entry — they’re re-entering society. It can be like starting a life in a foreign land where the people don’t want you there.
Governor to select new Court of Appeals judge soon
One of four Alaska attorneys will fill the seat vacated by departing Court of Appeals Judge Douglas Kossler.
Why Alaska judges don’t make promises, raise campaign funds to retain their seat on the bench
Southeast voters are being asked to weigh in on seven judges and justices for District Court, Superior Court, Court of Appeals and Supreme Court.
Abortion ruling at center of justices’ retention battle
Advocates for keeping the judges say opposition to the judges could harm the state’s tradition of choosing and keeping judges based on merit.
Three nominated to succeed retiring Juneau Judge Levy
The Alaska Judicial Council nominated Michael Franciosi of Glennallen, and Kirsten Swanson and Julie Willoughby, both of Juneau.