Massachusetts Governor Maura T. Healey has put forward Justice Amy L. Blake as her pick for Chief Justice of the Massachusetts Appeals Court. Justice Blake, who has been serving on the Appeals Court since 2014 and is a seasoned vet in the courtroom with a mix of experience ranging from family court to private practice, is set to succeed retiring Chief Justice Mark Green, as detailed in a recent announcement from the governor's office.
In her statement, Governor Healey highlighted Justice Blake's "decade of service on the Massachusetts Appeals Court" as a proof to her qualifications, and with an array of legal roles under her belt, Blake's career reflects the depth of experience Healey values, as stated in the announcement. Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll reinforced the commendation, indicating her readiness to collaborate with the Governor's Council on the upcoming confirmation process. The Appeals Court, a key component of the Massachusetts judiciary, plays an important role in reviewing decisions from various Trial Court departments and handling appeals from certain state agencies.
Before her tenure on the Appeals Court, Justice Blake was associated with the Probate and Family Court from 2008 until 2014, and her years in private practice were spent at reputable firms such as Casner & Edwards, LLP and White, Inker, Aronson. Aside from her judicial responsibilities, Blake also gives back to the legal community through adjunct professorship and active participation in legal review boards and associations dedicated to justice.
Justice Blake's numerous accolades include being named 'Jurist of the Year' by the Middlesex County Bar Association and 'Lawyer of the Year' by the North Shore Women Lawyers’ Association, both of which highlight her prominence in the Massachusetts legal community. Her educational achievements from the University of Rochester and New England Law further affirm her qualifications for the role. Residing in Peabody with her husband, she remains connected to the community she serves.
