Jayaram Named Kansas Chief Justice | Wichita News

Governor Laura Kelly has appointed K. Christopher Jayaram as the new Chief Justice of the Kansas Supreme Court, succeeding retiring Chief Justice Marla Luckert. Jayaram, a seasoned trial attorney and district judge since 2021, was one of three finalists selected by the Nominating Commission. Governor Kelly praised his legal expertise and commitment to impartial justice, while Jayaram pledged to serve all Kansans fairly. With a background including stints at major law firms and degrees from the University of Kansas and Northwestern School of Law, Jayaram now calls Lenexa home. Meanwhile, Kansas voters will decide in August’s primary whether to dissolve the Supreme Court Nominating Commission. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2727aca5aa9a9965