Governor Mills Nominates Julia Pitney to District Court Judge Position

Governor Janet Mills announced today the nomination of Julia Pitney, an attorney at Drummond Woodsum, to serve as a District Court Judge for the State of Maine.

Julia Pitney has cultivated a distinguished career over the past 18 years, demonstrating exceptional skill and dedication in a private practice. Her extensive experience encompasses a wide range of litigated cases, from high-stakes commercial disputes to criminal defense. Her reputation for representing clients with thoughtfulness, poise, and creativity has earned her the respect of her peers and clients alike.

Drummond Woodsum’s Managing Director, Bill Stockmeyer, expressed his enthusiasm for the nomination, stating, “We are enormously proud of Julia and know that she will serve the people of the State of Maine with the same dignity and common sense she has served all our clients here.”

The next step in the appointment process involves a confirmation hearing by the Maine Legislature, where legislators will have the opportunity to evaluate Pitney’s qualifications for the role and vote on her nomination.