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Laura Kelly appoints K. Christopher Jayaram to replace retired Supreme Court chief justice

Governor Laura Kelly has announced her choice for the Kansas Supreme Court seat that will open after retired Chief Justice Marla Luckert steps down. The announcement, made Monday, July 13, names K. Christopher Jayaram as the governor’s appointee.

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KSNT 27 News reports that Jayaram was selected by the Supreme Court Nominating Commission as one of three finalists for Kelly to consider. With Kelly’s appointment now made, Jayaram is set to fill the role associated with Luckert’s retirement.