This just in from the Judiciary: UPDATE – August 11, 2026: The software update to the Vermont Digital Evidence Portal (VDEP) scheduled for tonight, August 11, has been postponed. No maintenance will occur tonight, and VDEP will remain available as usual. The Vermont Judiciary expects to receive potential new dates for the update soon and…
Montpelier was busy on July 1 with the Tri-Branch celebration of the birthday of the Declaration of Independence. An ad hoc committee, co-chaired by Supreme Court Justice Nancy Waples and State Court Administrator Teri Corsones, worked for nearly a year to plan inspiring, educational, and fun events to mark the occasion. These were scheduled…
This just in (Sept. 29, 2025) from the Governor’s Office: Governor Phil Scott today announced his appointment of Colin Owyang as a superior court judge. “Colin is a strong leader with diverse experience working in both the public and private sectors,” said Governor Phil Scott. “I believe this will help him to excel in this new…
In April of this year, Vermont Supreme Court Associate Justice Karen Carroll announced her plans to retire at the end of this month. (No word yet on her successor). Yesterday (Aug. 7, 2025), the Vermont Judiciary announced that Associate Justice William Cohen will also be retiring at the end of this year. Here is the…
The Judiciary sent a memo to members of the Vermont Bar today (8/5/25) with lots of information about new and promulgated orders, particularly for family court and the professional responsibility program. There’s other information there too. Some proposed changes have Oct. 3 as the deadline for commentary. If you missed it in your inbox, you…