THIRTEENTH CIRCUIT JNC ANNOUNCES NOMINEES FOR COUNTY AND CIRCUIT COURT VACANCIES
The following nominations have been forwarded to Gov. Ron DeSantis to fill the two positions of county court judge created by the elevations of Judge Jeffrey Rich and Judge Richard Martin:
- Adam Bantner
- Jeffrey Bristol
- David Chee
- Travis Coy
- Michelle Doherty
- Cheryl Mason
- Matthew Mullinax
- Jessica O’Connor
- Christopher Saba
The following nominations have been forwarded to Gov. Ron DeSantis to fill the position of circuit court judge created by the resignation of Judge Nancy Jacobs:
- Lisa Allen
- Adam Bantner
- Corey Lee Chandler
- David Chee
- Travis Coy
- Leslie Schultz-Kin
These nominations are the result of the commission’s deliberations October 1, 2025, following interviews with 19 applicants. The commission thanks all of those who participated in the nomination process. Input from the community by way of reference, recommendations, or general information about the Applicants is vital to the process and is appreciated.
For further information, please email Candace Garcia Rich, chair, or call her at 813-758-4177.
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