Public Hearings Set for Four Alaska Judicial Vacancies in May

The Alaska Judicial Council will hold public hearings in May to receive comments on applicants for four judicial vacancies across the state.

The council is seeking to fill positions on the Alaska Court of Appeals, Anchorage Superior Court, Anchorage District Court, and Kotzebue Superior Court. Members of the public can comment in person or by phone.

For the Court of Appeals, Anchorage Superior Court, and Anchorage District Court positions, the hearing will take place at 11:15 a.m. on Monday, May 18, 2026, in the Alaska Judicial Council Conference Room at 510 L Street, fourth floor, in Anchorage. The public can also participate by calling toll-free at 1-833-928-4609 with Meeting ID 815 1517 1588 and Passcode 422271.

For the Kotzebue Superior Court position, the hearing will be held at noon on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at the Nullagvik Hotel in the Katimavik Meeting Room at 306 Shore Avenue in Kotzebue. Remote participation is available by calling toll-free at 1-833-548-0276 with Meeting ID 811 3238 6657 and Passcode 557471.

The council considers public input when evaluating judicial applicants. For more information about the applicants or the process, visit www.ajc.state.ak.us or call (907) 279-2526.