Passing of the Gavel Marks New Leadership on the North Dakota Supreme Court

Chief Justice Jon J. Jensen formally transfers the gavel to Chief Justice-elect Lisa K. Fair McEvers

The North Dakota Supreme Court held a formal Passing of the Gavel ceremony on Tuesday, January 6, in the state supreme court chambers, marking the transition from Chief Justice Jon J. Jensen to Chief Justice-elect Lisa K. Fair McEvers, a 1997 graduate of the UND School of Law. The ceremony, which honors the continuity of judicial leadership, featured remarks from Justices Daniel J. Crothers and Jon J. Jensen, as well as Aaron Birst, Debra L. Joffarth, Judge Susan L. Bailey, and Donald S. Fair, Esq. Speakers reflected on Chief Justice Fair McEvers’ legal career, service on the court, and path to the judiciary. Chief Justice Fair McEvers closed the ceremony by addressing attendees, including family members, former justices, and state and federal leaders.