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February 14, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 14, 2024
Contact: press@michigan.gov
Gov. Whitmer Announces Tremblay Appointed to the Bench
LANSING, Mich. —Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the upcoming appointment of Patti Tremblay to the 30th Circuit Court in Ingham County.
“Patti has been an instrumental member of my team and will bring decades of experience to the Ingham County Circuit Court,” said Governor Whitmer. “As a trained lawyer who has served in both the executive and legislative branches, I know Patti will treat every case with dignity and respect and bring a deep sense of empathy to the bench.”
30th Circuit Court – Ingham County
Patti Tremblay is the outgoing Director of Legislative Affairs for the Executive Office of the Governor, where she also previously served as a deputy legal counsel and deputy director of legislative affairs. Prior to her time in the executive office, Tremblay worked in the Michigan House of Representatives for nearly two decades and served in many different roles during her tenure, including Chief Legal Counsel. Tremblay holds a Bachelor of Arts from Michigan State University and a Juris Doctor from the Michigan State University College of Law.
“I am deeply honored to be appointed to serve on the 30th Circuit Court in Ingham County,” said Patti Tremblay.” “It has been a privilege to work alongside of Governor Whitmer and serve the people of Michigan as the Director of Legislative Affairs. I am excited to bring my passion for justice, commitment to fairness, and dedication to public service to the bench. I look forward to serving the community in this new capacity with integrity and respect for the law.”
This appointment will be made to fill a partial term following the resignation of Judge Joyce Draganchuk. Judge Tremblay’s term will commence on March 3, 2025, and expire at twelve o’clock noon on January 1, 2027.
“I have known Patti Tremblay as someone who has succeeded for Michigan residents in the Legislature, as an advocate, and as a trusted leader in Governor Whitmer’s office,” said Mayor Andy Schor, City of Lansing. “She has incredible integrity, and a passion and love for our state. Patti will be fair to all, and a tremendous champion for the families of Lansing and Ingham County. Her passion and hard work has made a lasting impact, and we are excited to see all she will continue to accomplish in this next chapter. We are lucky to have someone of her intellect, talents, and compassion, serving on the bench for our circuit court.”
"Patti has been an invaluable member of the executive office, demonstrating unwavering dedication and tireless commitment to improving the lives of Michiganders,” said State Senator Sam Singh, 28th Senate District. “Her passion and hard work has made a lasting impact, and we are excited to see all she will continue to accomplish in this next chapter."
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