Gov. Kay Ivey Appoints New Justice to Alabama Supreme Court

Ivey appoints judge to replace new Alabama Supreme Court justice

Jay Mitchell's resignation from the Alabama Supreme Court on Monday triggered two judicial appointments.

Alabama Supreme Court Justice Jay Mitchell resigns to run for attorney general

On Monday, Alabama Supreme Court Justice James L. “Jay” Mitchell announced his resignation from office. According to Yellowhammer News, Mitchell stepped down in order to launch a campaign for the Republican nomination for Alabama Attorney General in 2026. Mitchell’s resignation coincided with the first day candidates can begin fundraising for next year’s primary elections. Mitchell was reelected to the nine-member Alabama Supreme Court last year…

Gov. Kay Ivey appoints new justice to Alabama Supreme Court

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WHNT) — Gov. Kay Ivey has appointed a new justice to replace an outgoing vacancy left by Justice Jay Mitchell. Governor Ivey appointed Judge Bill Lewis to serve on the Supreme Court of Alabama on Tuesday. The appointment comes as following yesterday’s announcement from Justice Jay Mitchell that he was resigning his position on the state’s top court. “Judge Bill Lewis continues demonstrating justice and fairness under the law, a…

Associate Justice resigns to run for AG; Ivey appoints Lewis

MONTGOMERY — After serving six years on the state's top bench, Alabama Supreme Court Associate Justice Jay Mitchell submitted his letter of resignation Monday to Gov. Kay Ivey to launch a bid for attorney general in 2026.

Ivey appoints first Black Republican on Alabama Supreme Court

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has appointed state appellate Judge Bill Lewis to the Alabama Supreme Court. Lewis will be the first Black Republican to serve on the court. Lewis serves on the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals. Ivey appointed him…

Appellate Judge Bill Lewis Appointed First Black Republican on Alabama Supreme Court

BY KIM CHANDLER | Associated Press MONTGOMERY — Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday appointed state appellate Judge Bill Lewis to the Alabama Supreme Court. He will be the first Black Republican to serve on the court. Lewis replaces Justice Jay Mitchell, who resigned Monday. Lewis most recently served on the Alabama Court of Civil […]